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Historian: Movie theaters played a vital role in rural West Virginia

David Sibray - September 2, 2018

The marquee over the Star Theater in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, glows in the Potomac night.

ELKINS, W.Va. — Movie theaters once played a vital role in isolated sections of West Virginia, says a historian who's helped breathe new life...

Historian to speak on evolution of theaters in West Virginia

Bianca Bosworth - April 6, 2019

Fantastic detailing decorates the inside the Keith-Albee Theater in Huntington, West Virginia.

On April 13, Dr. Kelli Shapiro will present “The Evolution of the West Virginia Movie Theatre” in the Archives & History Library at the...

Denise Giardina to portray Minnie Pearl at Bramwell Sept. 13

David Sibray - August 23, 2019

Denise Giardina portrays American humorist Minnie Pearl.

Appalachian writer and former gubernatorial candidate Denise Giardina will portray late humorist "Minnie Pearl" at the Bramwell Interpretive Center at Bramwell, West Virginia, on...

New feud performance attracts national TV attention

Bianca Bosworth - July 18, 2019

Hatfield family performers pose for a promotional portrait for "Deadly Divide: The Hatfield & McCoy Story." Photo courtesy Crissy Musick Photography.

A new outdoor-drama performance of the Hatfield and McCoy feud is packing the amphitheater at Chief Logan State Park and will host a national...

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Historical outdoor dramas open for season at Grandview June 18, 19

Peculiar rock face is attracting more visitors, thanks to social media

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The tale of Cale Betts's ghost still haunts the Calhoun County...

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Glade Springs resort suspends operations until April 20

Beckley tourism leaders welcome Hilton hotel, growth

Capon Springs celebrates 88th season by changing very little

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

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Theater

Historical outdoor dramas open for season at Grandview June 18, 19

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

New performance of Hatfield-McCoy feud to debut in July

Greenbrier Valley Theatre presents New Voices fest through Feb. 3