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    West Virginia hosts outdoor economy summit as communities rethink economics

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — For many West Virginia communities, outdoor recreation is no longer a quality-of-life extra. It's the new economic infrastructure that's attracting private...
    Lore and Legend

    The house that vanished overnight: West Virginia’s Neerly House haunting

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    FAIRMONT, W.Va. — At least two mysteries tangle in...
    Economic Development

    Morrisey awards $2.1 million for business-ready sites in 23 W.Va. counties

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Ahead of the start of the...
    Fishing

    West Virginia trout stocking Jan. 5: biologists stock 46 waters statewide

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Officials at the W.Va. Division of...
    Festivals / Events

    Jan. 15 marks Midwinter Day, but the most wintry weather is ahead in West Virginia

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — By mid-January, many West Virginians will...
    Health and Medicine

    Ticks on the rise in West Virginia: WVU experts warn of Lyme, alpha-gal risks

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    MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Two West Virginia University experts are...
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    How to research historic homes in West Virginia: Free state webinar offers tools

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Homeowners, local historians, and community members...

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    West Virginia Pepperoni Roll Museum to open this spring in Fayetteville

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    The house that vanished overnight: West Virginia’s Neerly House haunting

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    W.Va. DNR to sponsor West Virginia Hunting and Fishing Show in Charleston

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    West Virginia trout stocking Jan. 5: biologists stock 46 waters statewide

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    W.Va. Natural Resources partners with youth in stream restoration

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The W.Va. Division of Natural Resources is working with West Virginia youth to help restore stream...

    Invasive Box Tree Moth has reached West Virginia's eastern panhandle

    Agriculture Clyde Craig -
    CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The W.Va. Department of Agriculture has confirmed the presence of the Box Tree Moth (Cydalima perspectalis)...

    Outdoor drama "Honey in the Rock" returns to Grandview amphitheater

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    BECKLEY, W.Va. — After a five-year pause, the outdoor drama "Honey in the Rock" is returning to the stage...

    Second craft beverage summit on tap for Oct. 23 in Fairmont

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    The Robert C. Byrd Institute and the West Virginia Food-and-Farm Coalition will present the second “Craft: A Farm-to-Bottle Summit”...

    Monongahela National Forest sets opening dates for recreation sites

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    ELKINS, W.Va. — Officials at the Monongahela National Forest have announced the 2024 opening dates for developed recreation sites...

    Economy building around new Elk River Trail State Park

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    Excitement is building around the new Elk River Trail State Park in central West Virginia, especially downstream along the...

    West Virginia Film Office marks thrilling anniversary with Hollywood momentum

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Film Office quietly turned three years old in 2025, but the celebration is...

    New River Gorge national park in West Virginia now attracting more runners

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    BECKLEY, W.Va. — The fantastic recreational opportunities in the New River Gorge in West Virginia are no longer a...

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    Why West Virginia's state parks matter now more than ever

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As the 100th anniversary of West...

    Overlook at Coopers Rock State Forest in West Virginia closed for repairs

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    MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The renowned main overlook at Coopers...

    New historical society to help conserve New River Gorge region in West Virginia

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    THURMOND, W.Va. — Historians, history buffs, and preservationists have...

    Ghost town fundraiser to highlight film, uncertain future of Thurmond, West Virginia

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    HICO, W.Va. — Deep in the New River Gorge,...

    Communities

    Vape shops and gray-area drugs put West Virginia towns at a regulatory crossroads

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    BECKLEY, W.Va. — They're hard to miss in downtowns...

    WVU: Federal funding could lower bills, boost winter energy resilience in West Virginia

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    MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Winter in West Virginia can be...

    The quiet vision of Morris Harvey, an early West Virginian who bet on education

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — In the late 19th century, as...

    Doctor urges West Virginia to use opioid settlement funds for new state hospital

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A West Virginia physician and former...

    Culture

    Quiet West Virginia village of Clayton named for 1835 hot-air balloon crash

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    CLAYTON, W.Va. — Few West Virginia place names come...

    Farmington Mine Disaster still echoes across West Virginia coal country

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    FARMINGTON, W.Va. — Before dawn on November 20, 1968,...

    Why paranormal tourism is booming in almost heaven West Virginia

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Paranormal tourism is booming across West...

    West Virginia family communications expert shares Thanksgiving conflict tips

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — With Thanksgiving approaching, a West Virginia...

    Recreation

    Beneath West Virginia’s Greenbrier Valley, a vast underground world draws adventurers

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    LEWISBURG, W.Va. — Beneath the bluegrass pastures of eastern...

    White Grass cross-country skiing elevates winter in Canaan Valley, West Virginia

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    CORTLAND, W.Va. — Cross-country skiing is enjoying quite a...

    West Virginia state parks to ring in 2026 with 24 First Day hikes across the state

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia state parks will welcome...

    Bumper nut, acorn crop and disease reduced West Virginia buck harvest in 2025

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A bumper crop of nuts and...

    History and Prehistory

    Prehistoric West Virginia was never a so-called "uninhabited" hunting ground

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — When I moved to West Virginia...

    Charles Town grave marks the last resting place of restless John Yeats Beall

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    CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. — In the Zion Episcopal churchyard...

    The Confederacy’s last major offensive in West Virginia: the Battle of Bulltown

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    BULLTOWN, W.Va. — On a quiet October morning in...

    Forgotten grave of priest sheds light on West Virginia’s religious past

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    GLEN DALE, W.Va. — Lone graves aren't rare in...

    Lore and Legend

    Quiet West Virginia village of Clayton named for 1835 hot-air balloon crash

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    CLAYTON, W.Va. — Few West Virginia place names come...

    Why paranormal tourism is booming in almost heaven West Virginia

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Paranormal tourism is booming across West...

    First documented poltergeist in U.S. haunted this historic W.Va. town

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    MIDDLEWAY, W.Va. — The Wizard Clip haunting, the first...

    Biggest of the year, Beaver Moon will light November sky, recall early West Virginia history

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    BEAVER, W.Va. — For those who step outside on...

    State Parks

    Overlook at Coopers Rock State Forest in West Virginia closed for repairs

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    MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The renowned main overlook at Coopers...

    West Virginia state park playgrounds targeted in new fundraising drive

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    HURRICANE, W.Va. — The West Virginia State Parks Foundation...

    West Virginia launches pet-friendly "West FURginia" state park ranger program

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia officials have launched the...

    Blackwater Falls State Park begins online ticket sales for sled run

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia State Parks officials today...

    Hunting

    2025 wild turkey hunting season in West Virginia to launch October 11

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Wild turkey hunting will return to...

    Duck, goose, waterfowl hunting season in West Virginia open October 4

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Several migratory bird hunting seasons will...

    2025 archery and crossbow hunting seasons open September 27 in West Virginia

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Officials at the W.Va. Division of...

    First section of autumn 2025 black bear firearms season opens in West Virginia

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Officials at the W.Va. Division of...

    Fishing

    Fall study to provide insight into trout harvest rates, movement in West Virginia

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Biologists in West Virginia will be...

    Monster trout contest returns to West Virginia as fall fishing season heats up

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia officials have announced the...

    Family-friendly Free Fishing Days in West Virginia to return June 7-8

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Free Fishing Days will return June...

    W.Va. officials expect more record-breaking fish amid growing trend

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Record-breaking fish seem to have become...

    Hiking

    Nature’s classroom in the Kanawha Valley: A vibrant trail system blossoms in Buffalo

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    BUFFALO, W.Va. — Among the fields and wetlands of...

    Strange single-leafed orchid sprouts in winter woodlands in West Virginia

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    FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — Only the most sharp-eyed outdoor enthusiasts...

    W.Va. Gov. celebrates expanded access to Endless Wall hiking trail

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    LANSING, W.Va. — Gov. Jim Justice and other state...

    Expert New River Gorge hiker shares her four favorite national park trails

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    FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — Which are the best hiking trails...

    Skiing

    Five reasons why your family should visit West Virginia this winter 

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    CANAAN VALLEY, W.Va. – During a time of year...

    Snowshoe Mountain replacing iconic Shavers Center with modern lodge

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    SLATYFORK, W.Va. — Construction is nearing completion on top...

    West Virginia officials predict big President's Day skiing weekend

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia ski resorts are experiencing...

    Snowshoe Mountain ski resort to open 50th season Nov. 27, 2024

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    SLATYFORK, W.Va. — Snowshoe Mountain ski resort in West...

    National Parks

    Sandstone Falls emerges as a must-see destination in the New River Gorge

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    SANDSTONE, W.Va. — Sandstone Falls, one of the most...

    A hidden parkway travels beneath the New River Gorge Bridge in W.Va.

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    FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — Nearly all who cross the towering...

    Organizations join forces to apprehend New River Gorge vandals

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    GLEN JEAN, W.Va. — Two organizations in West Virginia...

    Grandview panoramas showcase New River Gorge at its widest, deepest

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    SHADY SPRING, W.Va. — Perched more than 1,400 feet...

    Kayaking

    W.Va. flatwater trail commission set to build connections

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    Established a year ago, West Virginia’s flatwater trail commission...

    Flatwater paddling expanding quickly across West Virginia

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    West Virginia is growing rapidly as a destination for...

    Kayaks opening Guyandotte valley to new exploration

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    The valley of the Guyandotte might be counted among...

    June 1 float supports West Fork, now prime kayak-fishing destination

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    The West Fork River is fast becoming one of...

    Whitewater Rafting

    Cool autumn weather could super-charge Gauley River rafting

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    The return of autumn could result in an end-of-season...

    Gauley River whitewater rafting season begins Sept. 6

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    One of the most scenic rivers in the U.S....

    Help build guide to booming West Virginia paddling events

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    Paddling sports such as kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding are...

    Eventful and colorful, October ideal for rafting in West Virginia

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    October may be the biggest month yet when it...

    Biking

    New Parkersburg-area trail designed for intermediate level bikers

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    Already among the most popular destinations for mountain biking...

    Piney Creek trails attracting dozens daily; trail map unveiled

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    Hikers, bikers, and runners in growing numbers are venturing...

    Gorge resort introduces electric-assist mountain bike adventures

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    Imagine peddling less and riding faster. The new electric-assist...

    New trail to historic mill ruin to open Saturday in Beckley

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    Officials in Beckley, West Virginia, on Saturday will open...

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    West Virginia hosts outdoor economy summit as communities rethink economics

    Economic Development David Sibray -
    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — For many West Virginia communities, outdoor recreation is no longer a quality-of-life extra. It's the new...

    W.Va. DNR to sponsor West Virginia Hunting and Fishing Show in Charleston

    Fishing Will Reedy -
    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The W.Va. Division of Natural Resources will sponsor the annual West Virginia Hunting and Fishing Show,...

    West Virginia Pepperoni Roll Museum to open this spring in Fayetteville

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    FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. — One of the most iconic foods in West Virginia is getting its own permanent home. Rachel...

    Milder-than-average winter favored for West Virginia through February

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As the calendar passes Midwinter Day on Jan. 15, forecasters with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric...

    Webinar examines housing stairway safety in growing West Virginia small towns

    Economic Development Clyde Craig -
    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As remote work reshapes where Americans choose to live, small-town housing in West Virginia has emerged...

    The house that vanished overnight: West Virginia’s Neerly House haunting

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    FAIRMONT, W.Va. — At least two mysteries tangle in the tale of the Neerly house. What happened to the...

    Morrisey awards $2.1 million for business-ready sites in 23 W.Va. counties

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Ahead of the start of the 2026 legislative session, Gov. Patrick Morrisey has awarded $2.1 million...

    West Virginia trout stocking Jan. 5: biologists stock 46 waters statewide

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Officials at the W.Va. Division of Natural Resources in Charleston announced that hatchery crews stocked trout...

    Jan. 15 marks Midwinter Day, but the most wintry weather is ahead in West Virginia

    Festivals / Events Clyde Craig -
    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — By mid-January, many West Virginians will notice a subtle but welcome change: daylight is beginning to...

    Ticks on the rise in West Virginia: WVU experts warn of Lyme, alpha-gal risks

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    MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Two West Virginia University experts are warning residents and visitors that ticks are more prevalent than...

    How to research historic homes in West Virginia: Free state webinar offers tools

    Economic Development David Sibray -
    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Homeowners, local historians, and community members interested in historic homes in West Virginia will have an...

    West Virginia trout stocking resumes in lakes and streams statewide

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    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Trout stockings have resumed in select lakes and streams across West Virginia, the W.Va. Division of...
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