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NEWS PROVIDED BY West Virginia Development Office Meet Adam Payne, the Editor in Chief of “YNST Magazine.” This captivating media outlet aims to bridge the gap between creatives in Appalachia and the rest of the world. In this conversation, Payne sheds light on his motivation behind starting the magazine, the incredible talent he discovered Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice issued the following statement today after the West Virginia Legislature joined the Governor by voting in favor of a deal which, when signed into law, will be the largest tax cut in West Virginia history: “Exactly 2 years ago to this day, I proposed a personal income tax cut for all West Read More…
The American Pickers are excited to return to West Virginia! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in March 2023. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – First Lady Cathy Justice is inviting all West Virginians age 19 and up to participate in the 2022 Best Bow Christmas Contest. Eligible West Virginians are encouraged to create their best Christmas bow, which will be hung on a special “bow tree” at the Culture Center in Charleston during the holiday season. The Read More…
Introducing the Calhoun Family Support Center – Serving Families in Need By Jame Mullins, FRN Board Vice President – WVU Extension Agent In late March 2022, Calhoun Family Resource Network (FRN) Director Tina Persinger was made aware of a major grant opportunity that would transform the FRN services provided within the community. The Family Support Read More…
GLENVILLE, WV – In recognition of Constitution Day, the Department of Social Science at Glenville State University held their annual commemoration of the formation and signing of the United States Constitution. This year, discussions and presentations focused on the Supreme Court and Article III of the Constitution. On Wednesday, September 14, Luke Bendick, Lecturer of Read More…
Nation’s first statewide waterfall trail continues to boost travel in the Mountain State, with visitor check-ins from over 41 states and 15 countries. Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Waterfall Trail continues to be a success and has now received over 20,000 participant check-ins since its initial launch in early June. The trail has received check-ins Read More…
Clarksburg, WV – The Fraternal Order of Police Mountaineer Lodge #78 has formally endorsed Austin Lynch as their candidate of choice for West Virginia State Senate in District 12. Austin Lynch attended a meeting of the FOP Mountaineer Lodge #78, where he shared his vision for West Virginia, met members of the organization, and submitted a Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice announced today that West Virginia’s General Revenue collections for August 2022 of $507 million were $141.8 million above estimates and 32.2% ahead of prior year receipts. “I once again plead with the State Senate to give our hard working West Virginians an immediate and permanent 10% cut of the personal income tax,” Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice announced today that West Virginia’s General Revenue collections for July 2022 of $381.1 million were $92.4 million above estimates and 24.6% ahead of prior year receipts. “I know it sounds like a broken record at this point, but now that we have this state’s economic engine going in the right direction, Read More…
