Hatfield- Mc Coy Mountains Archives

Think you know WV? Bet you didn’t know these 9 wild facts!

1. What is the name of the tiny (as 2×4 inch tiny!) sculpture that hangs out on a building in downtown

Paradise Island of Christian Inc…. God’s Wilderness Campground

5 ways to explore WV’s winter backcountry

Of course the Mountain State is the place to be for winter slopes— but you can trek those wild winter

11 top Mountain State traditions to start this holiday

Start new traditions in the Mountain State this holiday season. Share Mountain State memories with folks you love most— decorating together,

The exhilarating backcountry adventure you didn’t know you needed in your life

West Virginia’s Hatfield-McCoy Trail System is one of the East Coast’s wildest and most extensive off-roading trails systems. The Hatfield-McCoy

5 spooky cemeteries you can explore

While you may not want to pile into a haunted house or take a guided tour this year, something else

Alum Creek Family Fun Run and Nature Walk

Experience the newly open Forks of Coal Natural Area; nearly 5 miles of trails through historic and scenic point between Big Coal and Little Coal rivers at Alum Creek, West Virginia. Why Orange? Put on your Blaze Orange and help promote safe practice for walking and running with nature during hunting season. Plus it will look great in the group photo. November is Runners' Safety Month and Hunting Season. There will be awards for the first to finish female and male runners as well as other prizes and refreshments. Early Registration Fee is $20; no charge for children under age 10. Late Registration Fee is $25. All fees are non-refundable. Early registration closes November 4, 2016, 11:59 pm. This is a rain, snow or shine event. This event is sponsored in-part by a Try This West Virginia mini-grant and partnership with Bros & Bras. Proceeds benefit Alum Creek Alliance for Community Development, a West Virginia registered 501(c)(3) charitable voluntary association whose mission is to improve community access to health, nutrition, emergency, social and recreational services.

3,000 glittering pumpkins, 1 lawn

Imagine literally thousands of hand-carved pumpkins glittering at you from 1 Victorian home— and not just flickering, but choreographed and

Monster Dash 5K Run/Walk

Dress up in your best costume and run/walk your way to the Monster Dash 5K! Register at the Coal House or the Williamson Health and Wellness Center, both located on 2nd Ave, in Williamson. Online registration is also available. ***5K and 1 Mile Fee*** You can run for just $10.00 but you will NOT receive a T-Shirt, but all participants receive the finishers medal. $20.00 includes T-Shirt and medal. On race day, fee prices increase to $15 (no t-shirt) and $25 (with T-Shirt). Family Discount- $15.00 per member (immediate family only i.e. Parents and children) Must be at least 3 family members to receive discount. Best dressed costume awards and more! Kids race will take place too! Check us out on FB to see the fantastic T-Shirts & Medals!!!

Williamson Halloween Bash & Fireworks Display

Come enjoy Halloween in a safe & family-friendly atmosphere at the Williamson Field House. Games, prizes and treat bags for the children from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. At 8:30 p.m., it will be time for a Spectacular Halloween Themed Fireworks display produced by WV Pyrotechnician complete with haunted music by Hall Sound and UFO Attack. Come see the 100 foot fireball! You don't want to miss this show!!!

Mayhem In The Coalfields: Concert

Join us for a night of rock/metal at the Williamson Field House. 5 Bands for $5.00! Some of the best live music our area has to offer! Bands include: One In The Chamber Sever The Wicked Through The Woods Apologetic Venom Timeframes Concessions will be available at an additional cost. Hot Food, Cold Drinks! Check out the bands on FB!

Hatfield McCoy Country Museum Grand Opening

Announcing the opening of the brand new Hatfield McCoy Country Museum! This museum features one of a kind artifacts from the regions history, informational displays about the Hatfield and McCoy feud, our coal heritage and more. Other attractions include the interior of a 1920's coal camp house, the Underground Theater that looks like the inside of a coal mine, the Bee Ward Coleman collection--one of the largest collections of coal mining artifacts in the country. The museum is located in the former Williamson High School building. Come enjoy the grand opening of one of the best museums in the state of WV!

SpookFeast at 34:8

Join us for a delicious three course Spook Feast on October 28, 2016. 1st Course: Black & Orange Salad with Orange Poppy Seed Dressing 2nd Course: Chicken Parmesan with Zebra Pasta 3rd course: Pumpkin Cheesecake Outside dining tables will be set up in the "Haunted Alley" beside 34:8 Tickets must be purchased in advance by visiting 34:8 or calling 304-235-3488 $32.00 per person *Gratuity not included Seating is limited! The 6 p.m. seating time is SOLD OUT. Limited seating available for the 8 .pm. seating.

Williamson Farmers Market Farm to Table Dinner

Tickets are now available for the Farm to Table Fall Harvest Dinner hosted by the Williamson Farmers Market. The dinner will take place on 2nd avenue, Williamson during the Spookfest event. The meal will feature a variety of dishes using local components, with a focus on traditional southern cuisine: pinto beans and cornbread, local green beans, potatoes, sweet potato casserole and more! There is a limited number of tickets available, so get yours today! Ticket cost is $20.00 per person. This is a fundraiser for the upcoming Williamson Community Kitchen. Tickets are available at the Williamson Health and Wellness Center at 182 E 2nd Ave., Williamson or call 304-235-3400 for more info.

“Night of the Living Dead”

Southern Coalition for the ARTS present "Night of the Living Dead" at the Coalfield Jamboree in downtown Logan, WV on October 21, 22, 28, and 29, 2016. For more information call: 304-785-0547.

Rocktoberfest 2016

Rocktoberfest 2016 will be on October 15, 2016 at Chief Logan State Park, shelter #6. Music acts range from acoustic to alternative to progressive to straight up rock and roll. Bands include: Against; Time and Distance; Miniature Giant; Sheldon Vance; Medicine Man; Noise; In-Closure; Sly Roosevelt; Roy Bush; Meet Me In The Matinee; and Tim Browning & The Widowmakers. For a full listing of bands see Facebook event page. Admission is free!

Word of Life Cruise In

Word of Life Church will be having their 3rd annual Cruise In on Saturday, October 15, 2016 beginning at noon. Classic, late model or custom cars, motorcycles or trucks are welcome. No Entry fees! There will be music, food and door prizes! Everyone welcome! All proceeds raised will go to The Recovery Group of Southern WV.

Fox On The Run 5K and Poker Run

The first Fox on the Run 5K and Poker Run will be Saturday, October 1, 2016 at Logan High School, Logan WV. 5K Run & Walk registration will begin at 8 a.m. Race will begin at 9 a.m. 5K Registration cost is $30. Register day of race or pre-register at www.tristateracer.com. The Poker Run (4x4's & Side-by-Sides) registration will begin at 10:30 a.m. Race will begin at 10:45 a.m. Poker run registration cost is $20 plus $10 per rider on appropriate vehicle. Each entrant will receive a free t-shirt. Music and food from noon til 3:30 p.m. Proceeds go to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research.

Recovery Group of Southern WV 3rd Annual Walk-A-Thon

The Recovery Group of Southern WV will be having their 3rd Annual Walk-a-Thon on Saturday, September 17, 2016 at Chief Logan State Park beginning at 10:00 a.m. All proceeds go to support the Marjorie Oakley Home for Woman and The New Beginnings Home for Men. For more information call Lisa Sigmon at 304.687.5302.

Aunt Jennie’s Music Festival

Enjoy two days of music! Rock, Country, Bluegrass, Gospel and more! Musicians include: Vandalia Award winner Roger Bryant, The Earl of Elkview, The Dick Taylor Band, Jeff Ellis, Sasha Collette, The High Ridge Ramblers, Ray Perry and Friends, Glen Simpson, Cora and Fred Hairston, Elaine Purkey and "The Friendly Neighbor Show", Robert Shaffer & The Pour House Band, Samples Brothers, The Stewarts, Retro and Smiling, The Street Players and more! Aunt Jennie's Music Festival will take place at the Pickin' In The Park Opry House located in the beautiful Chief Logan State Park in Logan, WV. The Festival is free and open to the public! Hope to see you there!

City of Logan Woods & Water Festival

The City of Logan will be having their first "Woods & Water Festival" beginning Friday, September 2, 2016 and continuing thru Sunday, September 4, 2016. Activities include: a fishing tournament, a kayak "River Poker Run" on the Guyandotte River and an ATV "Poker Run to the Mountains" on the Hatfield McCoy Trails. Registration for Woods & Water Packages will begin on Friday at Four Seasons Country Store. There will be a fish fry, pig roast, spaghetti dinner, live music and a "Woods & Water After Party" at the Shrine Club nightly. For more information, contact the City of Logan at 304-752-4044.

Hillbilly River Run on the Guyandotte

The Hillbilly River Run On the Guyandotte will be August 27, 2016. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. at Man High School. Entry fee is $20, all proceeds benefit the Man Lions Club. Parking and shuttle services are available. After the run, enjoy a lunch at Mountain Mama Moonshine parking lot. To pre-register please call: 304-583-7887 and speak with Elizabeth.

Free Blue Grass Concert

Fans of Bluegrass music will have the opportunity to see one of the country's top Bluegrass Bands for free courtesy of The Logan County Commission. Larry Sparks and the Lonesome Ramblers will appear at beautiful The Coalfield Jamboree located in downtown Logan on Saturday, August 13, 2016 at 7 p.m. The event is free with general seating- first come, first serve basis.

An Evening Under the Stars with Landau

An Evening Under the Stars with Landau Friday, August 12, 2016 at the Liz Spurlock Amphitheater located in the beautiful Chief Logan State park. Tickets are available at Gatti's located at the Fountain Place mall and by vising www.landaumurphyjr.com.

Sturgill Mountain Homestead Est. 1976

The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Hatfield McCoy Mountain Chapter will be having their annual Hatfield McCoy Elk Country Banquet on Saturday, July 30, 2016 at the Chief Logan Conference Center beginning at 6 pm. For more information call: Diana Barnette at 304-688-3710

Wiley Dew “Small Cafe Tour 2016”

Saturday, June 25, 2016 @ 7pm, live music returns to HOT CUP in the form of popular folk legends: Wiley Dew. If you haven't seen this amazing, married Appalachian folk duo live or heard their albums, THIS is your chance to do both. Only $5 at the door. HOT CUP is located at 201 Stratton Street in downtown Logan. "The Coolest, Classiest Place in Logan".

“Final Cut” Murder Mystery Dinner Show

The Southern Coalition for the ARTS, Inc. present "Final Cut" A murder mystery dinner show on Friday, June 24, 2016 beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Logan County Club located at 715 Lincoln Highway, Chapmanville, WV 25508. Tickets are $30 single or $50 for couple. A delicious Italian dinner is included with your ticket.

Leisure at the lake (or river!): 6 best boating escapes

There’s a lot to do on West Virginia’s waterways, from tubing to kayaking. But have you tried any of these

4 Unexpected Finds Along WV’s Country Roads

We all know the song that leads our Almost Heaven dreaming, a familiar tune celebrating 50 years of success in

The Aracoma Story Inc. presents Disney’s Beauty and The Beast

The Aracoma Story Inc. presents, Disney's Beauty and the Beast at Chief Logan State Park on June 9, 10, 11. 12, 16 17, 18, 19 23, 24, 25, 26, 2016. All shows start at 8:30 p.m. For advanced ticket information call: 304-752-0253.

Stolen Pig Rally

Located in downtown Historic Matewan West Virginia, the Stolen Pig Rally will be held April 28, 2016 thru May 1, 2016 and will feature guided and self guided tours through the winding roads of Southern West Virginia including the "Feud Loop" for history buffs. There will be a BBQ dinner, live entertainment and a Stolen Pig Poker Run. The event is open to all sized dual sport adventure bikes as well as street bikes. For more information contact the Hatfield McCoy Resort @ 304-752-4700.

Moonshine Masquerade

The Moonshine Masquerade scheduled for Friday, April 22, 2016 will feature the history of making legal moonshine, the operation of stills, combined with a great evening of entertainment including the opportunity to participate in an auction, music and dancing, snap a picture in a photo booth with friends, or taste delicious hors d'oeuvres. Special guest for the evening will include DJ Nick Scott, and the Master Distillers from Appalachian Distillery, Hatfield & McCoy Moonshine Distillery and Mountain Mama Moonshine. Tickets are $50 per person. For more information and reservations call 304.752.1324.

South Western Region Listening Tour

The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) today announced plans for a South Western Region Listening Tour to be held Thursday, April 21, 2016 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Harry L. Joyce Center located on 318 Liberty Street, Williamson, WV. Local residents, community leaders and elected officials are invited to attend. Please join us and let your voice be heard. The forum is free and open to the public. For additional information please call 304-558-3179 or visit minorityaffairs.wv.gov

Mi Pueblito Mexican Restaurant

Wingo’s Grill

Town of Matewan RV Parking

Sully’s Cabins

Blue Goose Inn

Historic Matewan House Bed and Breakfast

Hatfield Family Cemetery

Matewan Floodwall

Matewan Depot Replica Museum

Bike Friendly Matewan

Wake up to a wild brunch this Sunday

West Virginia is known for our home cooking and hospitality, and come Sunday, it’s time for a big, hearty, social.

5 shows that come back year after year

Live theater in the Mountain State ranges from classic tales to contemporary dramas. Several are so popular, they return year

Chief Logan State Park – (4/16) – WILDFLOWER HIKE

33nd annual Sue Browning Wildflower Hike at Chief Logan State Park is free to participate and open to the public. Join us at 8:00 a.m. to register for the annual wildflower hike and continental breakfast at The Museum at the Park. Guided hikes begin at 9:00 a.m. Lunch at 12:30 for hikers. Sponsored by Chief Logan State Park, Woman's Club of Omar (GFWC-WV) and the WV Division of Culture and History/Museum at the Park. This is a wonderful location to see spring wildflowers. Please preregister, call Jill Stone. This hike is a guided hike and individuals in WV State Park Hiking Program and/or enrolled in the 2016 Chief's Challenge can take advantage of the miles earned.

Chief Logan Lodge – (3/11) – Murder Mystery Evening

It's "Murder on the Mountain" presented by Murder and Merriment productions. Chief Logan Lodge is known for great food, accommodations and quickly becoming the murder dinner theater place to be - or maybe not? Who dun-it adventure continues with Murder on the Mountain! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. King or Double Queen Room Package: One night at Chief Logan Lodge for two adults includes dinner and murder mystery performance, and express breakfast, $130 per couple. Reservations highly recommended. Dinner and show only: $68.98 per couple.

Chief Logan Lodge – (3/5) – MEET CHIEF LOGAN

Whether March comes in like a lion or lamb, Chief Logan Lodge is springing forward into 2016. Visit the lodge from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Fireplace Lobby for cookies and cocoa. Register to win a grab bag and learn about our Saturday Hikes, dinner theaters and events in 2016. Spend the night - Wear any team apparel at check in and get room rate of $89 for up to 4 per room. Rate includes express breakfast the next morning; indoor swimming pool use, and knee hockey area. Bonus: Teams or families wearing 'team apparel' upon check-in and taking advantage of the "Hat Trick" rate, get a free appetizer with purchase of the evening meal at Chief Logan Restaurant.

National Trailfest

The National Trailfest attracts ATV and trail-riding enthusiasts from across the nation. With poker games, costume nights, mud runs, and stunt shows, Trailfest has something for everyone. The 2016 National Trailfest will take place in Gilbert, West Virginia, October 6-10, 2016.

Hatfield-McCoy Reunion Festival

This annual fun-filled festival celebrates the area's Hatfield-McCoy history with live music, a tug of war across the river, narrated tours, re-enactments, exhibits, food, crafts, and more!

Matewan Homecoming Celebration

Each September, the Matewan Homecoming celebration includes a car show, live entertainment, vendors, and a Matewan Massacre Reenactment. Fifty plaques and 40 trophies are awarded to car show participants as well as eleven special awards. Vendor spaces are free on a first come, first serve basis. Hatfield-McCoy Airboat tours, the Matewan Depot Replica, and the Mine Wars Museum are all open to the public.

Matewan’s Heritage Day

Each year in May, the town celebrates Heritage Day with entertainment in Matewan's plaza and a re-enactment of the Matewan Massacre, a shootout between UMWA miners and Baldwin-Felts detectives on May 19, 1920. The celebration takes place downtown with street vendors, plays and scavenger hunts.

Cabwaylingo State Forest – 4/30 – MAKE IT SHINE

It's time to Make It Shine at Cabwaylingo State Forest. Join us at 10:00 a.m. at the Crum Morgan Shelter to help spring clean the stream and areas at the forest. Wear work clothes and boots. Volunteers will sign a volunteer work agreement upon arrival. All ages of families, and individuals, all working together for the betterment of Cabwaylingo State Forest has proven to make this event not only productive, but enjoyable for all participants. The 2016 WV Make It Shine Statewide Cleanup is sponsored by the Department of Environmental Protection and the Division of Highways. If you are interested in participating in the Cabwaylingo State Forest Spring Steam Cleanup please complete and return the registration form. Preregistered volunteers working on April 30 may camp for free on April 29 and 30. Free camping requires preregistration for Make It Shine Day. Cabwaylingo Spring Stream Cleanup Preregistration Form is linked on the park website.

Landau Murphy Jr. Home for the Holidays Tour- Madison

Come join us as America's Got Talent season six winner, Landau Murphy Jr., and special guests Glenn Leonard, former lead singer of The Temptations, Cody Wickline, from The Voice, and Seth Bunting bring the 2015 Home for the Holidays Tour to Madison!

West Virginia State Parks – NEW YEAR’S EVE EVENTS

Ten state parks in West Virginia have lodges. Each with overnight accommodations and restaurants. Most with NYE activities planned including dances. Find information on the Full Calendar at www.wvstateparks.com. Parks featuring dinners/dances are Chief Logan Lodge, North Bend, Blackwater Falls, Canaan Valley, Cacapon, Pipestem, Twin Falls, Stonewall Resort and Tygart Lake.

Chief Logan Lodge – VALENTINE PARTY

It's a sweet evening at Chief Logan Lodge for a Valentine dinner, dance and overnight. 'Coal Fired Band' is playing. Dinner, dance and King or Queen room for two is $109.94. Other room types available. Special rates for Friday and Sunday night rentals for sweethearts looking to linger longer.

Christmas in the Park !

Christmas in the Park is a 2-3 mile drive-thru Christmas light display that is free to the public. Donations are welcome. We have hundreds of thousands of lights. We are a non-profit organization in our 22nd year. Santa land is open Dec. 1st thru Dec. 22nd. Gift shop open daily.

Best of October in WV

In fall, West Virginia’s forests and trees alight into a fiery red, yellow and orange palette. What better time to

10 MASSIVE WV treats you’ll want to split!

West Virginia is known for its breathtaking views – and we aren’t just talking about the scenic ones! Pack your

9 quiet mountain pastimes that will remind you of your WV home

As summer winds down, it’s time to relax and recharge before the holiday frenzy hits. Enjoy simple pleasures by revisiting

Harvest in the hills: Celebrating WV’s fall foods

The rains and heat of summer have done their work, and the fruits and vegetables are at their peak of

9 of the oldest buildings in WV have amazing stories

A state that’s known for literally creating itself during the Civil War is bound to have a storied history. West

Kenova’s Famous Griffith Pumpkin House

12 Appalachian foods so amazing they have their own festival— and what to taste there

Savor the flavors of Appalachia, from farm-fresh ingredients prepared with an international twist to down-home cooking like grandma used to

6 best craft beer & spirits events across WV

As West Virginia’s craft beer and spirits scene has grown, so have events to celebrate these handcrafted flavors. Some of

Parkway Drive-In

Z. D. Ramsdell House

The historical Zopher D. Ramsdell House, the first brick home built in Ceredo, sets along the banks of the Ohio

WV Outback ATV/ Hatfield McCoy Cabin Rentals

We have cabins for rent on the Hatfield McCoy Trails in Matewan, W.V.

Wayne Public Library

The Wayne Public Library is located on a residential street in a building that is almost 100 years old. The

Water Ways Waterpark

Water Ways is an outdoor waterpark that has waterslides, a lazy river, kiddie pool, Jr. olympic pool, picnic shelters, go-karts

Upper Big Branch Miners Memorial

The Upper Big Branch Miners Memorial is a permanent memorial to the twenty-nine victims of the Upper Big Branch Coal

Twisted Gun Golf Course

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Tug Valley Country Club

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Tug Valley Chamber of Commerce, Home of the World’s Famous Coal House

Tug Valley Chamber of Commerce, Home of the World’s Famous Coal House. Built in 1933. 65 tons of coal. On

Trogdon’s Biscuits and More – Kistler

Our restaurant is located behind the Trogdon’s Gas station.

Triadelphia Country Club

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Surrey House

Located in one of the oldest homes in Chapmanville, The Surrey House was converted into a cozy restaurant in 2007.

Creekside Golf Course- Lavalette

This beautiful 18-hole facility in Lavalette, West Virginia, just outside Huntington, features 6,137 yards of golf from the Championship tees

Rockhouse Lodge & The Depot Lodge

Rockhouse Lodge |amp; The Depot Lodge in Man, WV are setup for riders of the Hatfield-McCoy Trails. Park your rig

Rocco’s Ristorante

The gold standard for Italian food, it’s a slice of the Old Country in the Mountain State. People come back

Restored One-Room Schoolhouse

Probst Furniture Makers

Custom designed and handmade wood furniture.

Pickin’ In The Park Opry House

What began as a bunch of guys meeting under a shade tree many years ago to do a little Pickin’

Nellis Archives & Historic District

Morrison’s Drive Inn

World famous hot dogs, homemade onion rings and a glimpse of curb girl Sally Wall all await you at Morrison’s

Logan County Chamber Of Commerce

We are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We close for lunch from 12:00 noon to

Livingood Lodging of Gilbert

“Gilbert’s Best Kept Lodging Secret.” Our in town locations allow ATV riding on the streets and police protection. Our five

Little Coal River Campground & Cabin

The 16’X18′ cabin has an 8’X16′ covered front porch. It will sleep 6 people in two bedrooms. The larger bedroom

Laurel Lake Wildlife Management Area

This facility is included in “A Guide to Accessible Recreation in West Virginia.” Please check the Guide or the site

Larry Joe Harless Community Center

West Virginia’s newest state-of-the-art facility with 65,000 square feet of fun and excitement.

Holiday Inn Express – Logan

Pets Allowed, You Must Make Arrangements At Time Of Reservation. Amenities Include: Indoor Pool, Complimentary Breakfast, Business Center With High-speed