David Sibray

Historian, real estate agent, and proponent of inventive economic development in West Virginia, David Sibray is the founder and publisher of West Virginia Explorer Magazine. For more information, he may be reached at 304-575-7390.

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

State Parks, Forests David Sibray - November 4, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia officials have launched the West "FURginia" State Park Ranger program, a pet-friendly initiative designed...

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

Lore and Legend David Sibray - November 2, 2025

BEAVER, W.Va. — For those who step outside on Wednesday to look up, the full moon that rises over...

Hatfield–McCoy trails system now connected to Virginia’s Spearhead trails

ATV Touring David Sibray - October 29, 2025

BRAMWELL, W.Va. — Off-road enthusiasts have even more ground to cover in central Appalachia. The Hatfield–McCoy Trail System announced...

Don’t ignore the winter blues: Seasonal affective disorder is a serious form of depression

Health and Medicine David Sibray - October 29, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — As the days grow shorter and sunlight becomes scarce, a West Virginia University clinical psychologist is...

West Virginia historic preservation grants open for 2026 applications

Economic Development David Sibray - October 27, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia is now accepting applications for economic development grants to support and maintain historic properties,...

Blackwater Falls State Park begins online ticket sales for sled run

State Parks, Forests David Sibray - October 27, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia State Parks officials today announced that tickets for the sled run at Blackwater Falls...

West Virginia University insect tracker says light pollution threatens rare fireflies

Wildlife / Conservancy David Sibray - October 26, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — While rare “synchronous fireflies” are becoming a tourist attraction across Appalachia, a West Virginia University researcher...

Friday Night frights and delights light up West Virginia this Halloween season

Arts David Sibray - October 23, 2025

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Film fans across West Virginia are in for a frightfully fun weekend as Halloween-themed screenings, premieres,...

Professors at WVU trace Halloween through ancient, cross-cultural traditions

Lore and Legend David Sibray - October 22, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — From cauldrons to candy corn, favorite Halloween traditions in the U.S. have been brewing for thousands...

Account claims lost Swift silver mine delved near Big Sandy River in West Virginia

Lore and Legend David Sibray - October 20, 2025

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — One of the most appealing of all Appalachian legends is that of the tale of the...

Historic movie theaters in West Virginia: reviving a cultural legacy in rural areas

Landmarks / Museums David Sibray - October 19, 2025

ELKINS, W.Va. — Historic movie theaters in West Virginia once played a vital role in isolated sections of the...

WVU president urges university to ‘think big’ in first State of the University address

Higher Education David Sibray - October 14, 2025

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Michael T. Benson, new president of West Virginia University, urged faculty, staff, students, and alumni Monday...

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