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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

Batton Hollow Winery

5 most carefree WV resort escapes

Resorts in West Virginia provide the perfect getaway destination when you want to stay in one place and simply relax.

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

22 things you didn’t know about the legendary Gauley River

One of the best whitewater destinations in the world is right here in the West Virginia mountains. Have you heard

National Grandparents Day Celebration

The 2nd Annual celebration of National Grandparents Day will be held in Richwood on Sunday, September 13 from 2-6:00 p.m. There will be music by Common Houses, food and lots of activities. We invite all grandparents and their families to join us and share their best stories about growing up in Richwood/Nicholas County. In preparation for National Grandparents Day, children across the county have been asked to write an essay about their favorite experience or memory of their grandparent. Prizes will be awarded for the top essays. There will be a Silent Auction where people can bid for a variety of items donated for the event.

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

Great Gauley! 5 highlights on one of the world’s best stretches of whitewater

West Virginia is undeniably one of the epicenters of whitewater rafting and kayaking in the world, with the Cheat River

Best of September in WV

Ahh, fall in West Virginia. The temperatures of summer drop, the leaves begin to change and it seems as if

8 towns that will make you want to move to West Virginia

You know you have had a great vacation when you start thinking about moving to the place you’ve visited. West

Stamp your passport on these WV Trails! How many have you completed?

Passports, stamps, coins, geocaches– many West Virginia land management agencies, trails, and attractions have programs that will reward you with

Summer at the lake: Top 7 WV lakes for family fun

There’s no better place to spend the hottest days of summer than by a cool lake, and West Virginia has

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

Biggest, longest & best-est of West Virginia

From classical to quirky, West Virginia boasts some of the biggest, longest and best-est events and attractions in the world.

Greater Mountain Lakes Area Home & Garden Show

Celebrate our 10th Anniversary with great deals and entertainment for everyone! At the Summersville Arena & Conference Center, 3 Armory Way, Summersville, WV 26651 Saturday, March 12, from 10am to 6pm Sunday, March 13, from 10am to 5pm www.facebook.com/GMLAHG Watch sports and movies, or get your game on with XBox and Wii games, see costumed characters for the kids, and enter to win prize drawings! Special Guests: Saturday - meet the tough ladies of roller derby, the Beckley Area Derby Dames! Saturday - see the USA Dance Beckley, Chapter #6064 ballroom dance club! Sunday - meet singer/songwriter Cody Wickline with his debut album "Son of a Working Man" Bring in spring with the finest businesses, products and services for every interest in and around the home, all under one roof for one weekend only! Exhibitors are welcoming and ready to inspire you to get those projects done that you've spent the winter dreaming of. Bring the family, meet with friends, or spend some time on yourself at the areas best resource for home improvement and personal interests. Admission: $4 for ages 18 and up $3 for ages 60 and over $2 for ages 13 to 17 FREE for children ages 12 and under, with an adult FREE admission for Law Enforcement and Veterans Sponsors: IMPEL Promotions; SHENTEL; AutoZone; Sleep Inn; Summit Media Broadcasting; GameStop Great Businesses and Services To See at the Show (as of Feb 29): Alford Home Solutions American Red Cross Art in Stones Jewelry Basement Systems of WV Bath Fitter Beckley Area Derby Dames (Saturday special guests) Black Diamond Girl Scouts Blue Ridge Wood Crafters Bluefield State College Cody Wickline (Sunday special guests) Community Trust Bank Donaldson's Greenhouse & Landscaping D's Crafts & Creations First Security Inc Hall's Kitchen & Bath Hound Dog Snackery JanCare Ambulance Pink Zebra Shafer Insurance Associates Shentel Real Time Pain Relief Tastefully Simple Tobacco Prevention Tupperware Twin Falls Resort State Park US Cellular USA Dance Beckley #6064 (Saturday special guests) Wally's Squadron WV Office of the Attorney General

Best of August in WV

In August, the days grow shorter as summer winds to a close in the beautiful hills of West Virginia. There

Holly River Hustle 5K Run/Walk

5K Race/Walk is part of Holly River Festival and begins and ends on Holly River State Park near Hacker Valley, WV. See tristateracer.com website for complete details

Long Point Grille & Bar

15 most unique foodie finds in WV

Foodies, there’s something going on in West Virginia you need to know about. Our eclectic, eccentric chefs are whipping up

Best desserts in all of West Virginia

Dessert can be the high note to end your meal, or a sweet meal on its own. West Virginia has

Maloney’s Sports Pub & Grill

Mt. Nebo St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival – 11th Annual

Celebration of Irish Heritage and Community Spirit. Activities include: Leprechaun Ball on March 11 at 6 p.m.; Parade on March 12 at 1 p.m.; craft vendors, food vendors, live music, and kids activities.

Archery Tag at Stonewall Resort

Come and celebrate our Independence in a brand new way with an age old game. Tag....Archery Tag that is! Games will be played from 12-4pm. This is just one of many activities going on at the lake, so come down and see what the excitement is all about. GOTCHA!

Love in the Mountains: the 3 sweetest, most secluded dates

Spending time with loved ones is the best way to connect and share in life’s simple pleasures. For a truly

Archery Tag at the Upshur County Relay for Life

There will be a 5v5 Archery Tag Tournament at the Upshur County Relay for Life. $30 per team and all proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. Visit our website for more information and to print out the registration form.

Archery Tag at the Lewis County Fair

Archery Tag is coming to the Lewis County Fair! $5 per game per player. 5v5 games will last 8-10 minutes each.

DISCONNECT- Archery Tag

DISCONNECT from the world and be in church on Sunday morning. DISCONNECT from electronic devices- put the phone away and get out and play. GOTCHA! Archery provides a free event the first Sunday of every month to encourage kids to put down the electronics and get outside and be active. Stay in touch to learn the location for each month's event. July's event will be at the River Walk Trail at West Virginia Wesleyan College.

GOTCHA! Archery Games

7 things you didn’t know you could do in WV

You already know that West Virginia is your destination for whitewater, mountain biking, and rock climbing. But we’ve got so

7 Small but Vibrant WV Towns You’ll Need Several Days to Fully Explore

Our state is full of small towns. But our small towns, like our people, have more to them than meets

Give your kids a magical, memorable childhood: A West Virginia guide

We all have special memories from our childhood that we cherish. When we grow up, we find that making special

Real moonshine? Beekeeping meaderies? 10 most interesting WV spirits & brews.

West Virginia has a long history of making moonshine in the hills. Several distilleries, wineries, meaderies and breweries are still crafting

These 7 near-forgotten modes of transportation will whisk you away on a wondrous journey

While many old rail lines in West Virginia have been re-purposed into rail trails, a few of the vintage cars

WVU Jackson’s Mill State 4-H Conference Center

Conference center – handles groups up to 400. All types of equipment needed for any meeting, educational schooling, etc. Fully-equipped

World War II Memorial

The World War II Memorial lists the names of 23 Glenville State College students who died during World War II.

Wildwood Inn & Antiques

One of the first B|B’s in WV. Small antique shop on premises opened by appointment, by chance | advertised seasonal

Whisper Mountain Campground, RV Park & Log Cabins

Whisper Mountain Campground is nestled in the mountains of West Virginia. We offer a wide variety of family fun and

West Virginia Herb Association

WVHA announces its’ annual conference. Call for more info.

Webster Springs

Visitor information.

Walkersville Covered Bridge

Crossing The Right Fork Of The West Fork River, This 39 Ft. Bridge Was Built In 1903. Location: From Walkersville

Waffle Hut

Open 24 hours Serving breakfast 24 hours a day Wide variety of luncheon and dinner menu. Right off exit of

Upshur County Visitors Center

With a combination of quaint shops, boating, fishing, arts, culture, cuisine, heritage, and a look inside West Virginia’s wildlife, Upshur

Tri Lakes Convenience Store, Campground and Chalets

Convenience store | campgrounds CAMPING SEASON: year-round Facilities include electric, water and dump station.

Trans Allegheny Lunatic Asylum (formerly Weston State Hospital)

We offer daytime historic tours including museum rooms, night time paranormal tours, overnight ghost hunts, photo tours, festivals flashlight tours

Thyme Bistro

Extraordinary food at this hidden jewel in Weston. Crab-stuffed shrimp, pasta, baconwrapped meat loaf, potato-encrusted salmon and a spinach, tomato

The Richwood Convention and Visitor’s Bureau

So you’re ready for a visit to Richwood. Perfect! Take a look around our site and you’ll get a nice

The Landmark Studio for the Arts

Landmark Studio for the Arts is located in Sutton’s Historic Downtown district. Housed in an 1896 Victorian era Church renovated

T.J. Muskies

Microtel Inn and Suites

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Sutton Lane Motel

Number of Rooms: 30 Facilities: AC, TV, Telephone, Restaurant, Coffee Shop, Electric Hookup for Diesel. Credit Cards: MasterCard, Visa, American

Sutton Lake

Open year round. Bee Run Marina (304)765-2120; Monday-Friday 8:00 am.. – 8:00 p.m. Pontoon boat rentals- 24ft. $60.00 28ft. $70.00

Super 8 Motel – Weston

This Super 8 is conveniently accessible to I-79, approximately five miles from Stonewall Jackson Lake and 23 miles from Benedum

Sunset Beach Marina at Cheat Lake

1,170 acre lake offers canoe, pontoon, power boat and ski boat rentals. Docking and launching facilities available. Boat repairs, parts,

Sunny Pointe Guest House

Come rest and relax on this 600 acre farm while staying in our beautifully restored 1800’s farm house. We have

Summit Lake Campground (USDA Forest Service)

Summit Lake Campground is a semi-primitive, wooded campground with two loops that have 33 campsites featuring paved parking spurs. Each

Summersville Music Park Campground

250 tent or trailer sites. Location: I-79,Exit 57 |amp; US Route l9 to Route 4l North-Go l.5 miles from stoplight

La Quinta

Summersville Inn | Suites is the best choice for West Virginia lodging. We have 106 rooms with 8 Suites, a

Summersville Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB)

Provide travelers with up-to-date information on attractions, fairs and festivals in Summersville and surrounding areas. We can also provide all

Stonewall Resort State Park

Spanning 2,000 pristine acres and featuring a surrounding state park, Stonewall Resort offers endless recreational choices. Swimming, golf, and a

Stonewall Jackson Birthplace

The Stonewall Jackson Chapter, United Daughters of the Confederacy, has placed a bronze plaque at 326-328 West Main St in

Stonecoal Lake-WMA-Lewis

WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA LOCATED IN LEWIS COUNTY. South of U.S. 33 and 119 between Weston and Buckhannon. The area is

Stillwaters Restaurant at Stonewall Resort

Steer Steakhouse

Stancati’s Family Resaurant

Fine Italian Food. Monday – Saturday: 11:00AM – 9:00PM Stacati’s Famous Pizza, salads, soups, Sandwiches, appetizers, dinner entres, and desserts.

Smoke Camp – WMA – Lewis

WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA LOCATED IN LEWIS COUNTY. Located on the right fork of Freemans Creek Road, access via Doddridge County

Smitty’s Susuki, Kawasaki, Yamaha

Hours – Tues, Thurs, Sat – 9- 5 Wed and Fri – 9 -7

Small Business Development Center: Pierpont C&TC of FSU – Flatwoods

Small business development center helps small businesses get started in many different aspects as well as working with people who

Roshell’s Antiques & Collectibles

Riffle Run Campground

Reservations are not accepted. Opens late April, closes Thanksgiving weekend. Fees: $26 for full hookup site or $12 for primitive

Riff Raff Arts Collective

Gallery features work by local artisans. Offers open stage night on the first Monday of each month in the room

Relax Inn and Getaway B&B

Obrion Oval Speedway LLC

Racing is featured every other Saturday afternoon. Please check Web site for complete schedule. This oval dirt track features enduros,

North Hills Nursery

Mountain Lakes Amphitheatre

Mountain Lakes Amphitheater offers great acts all summer long. From national favorites such as Josh Turner, John Anderson, Bo Bice,

Mountain Escape Chalet

Private Cabin Rental. Sleeps 6. Walking distance to Summersville Lake. Minutes from rafting, dining, trails, etc. 6 person hot tub.

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Buckhannon

Buckhannon Microtel is a 63-room hotel offering guests single, double and suite accommodations. Property features include complimentary expanded hot breakfast

Main Street Antiques

Louis Bennett House (Public Library)

Public Library

Lloyd’s Restaurant

Family restaurant. Fun family restaurant with casual atmosphere. We offer great home cookin’ at great prices. Daily specials Monday two

Little Sorrel – Stonewall Jackson Lake

Stonewall resort offers yet another relaxing way to take in the surrounding scenery. As the only excursion boat operating on

Lightburn’s

Lewisburg Cemetery (Dick Pointer grave)

The cemetery surrounding Old Stone Church was established in 1797. Across the street is the grave of Dick Pointer, a

Lewis County Park

County Park offering swimming, miniature golf, tennis, volleyball, basketball, playground, pavilions (to rent), and many other features Starting Memorial day

Lewis County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB)

The Lewis County Convention and Visitors Bureau invites you to visit us. Shop in our wonderful antique and eclectic shops,

Lewis County Chamber Of Commerce

Chamber of Commerce for Lewis County, WV.

Lambert’s Vintage Winery

Lambert’s Winery was established in 1992 by the owners, Jim and Debbie Lambert.|nbsp; They have been selling wine ever since.|nbsp;

Jerry Stout Cabins

Tucked away on 34 acres in the heart of historic West Virginia, we offer you the best that Mother Nature

Lake View Cabins

Overlooking the beautiful shore of Stonewall Jackson Lake this is the retreat from everyday live you are looking for. Only

13 places in WV where they still do it the old-fashioned way

Modern life is full of interesting gadgets and easy conveniences, but it hasn’t always been that way. There are plenty

Kirkwood Winery & Isaiah Morgan Distillery

Kirkwood Winery and Isaiah Morgan Distillery have a store where West Virginia made products are sold.|nbsp; You can purchase and

Kathy’s Riverside Diner

Jones Cabin Run Winery

Dry, Semi Dry, and Sweet Table and Dessert Wines A Boutique Winery Producing Old World Style In The New World.

Jerry’s Sporting Goods

Open 7 Days A Week 8:00am – 10:00pm Indoor Shooting Range Bow Range 3d Drt System Reality Golf Snack Bar

Jane Lew Restaurant

Jane Lew Park

Jane Lew Dairy King

Jackson’s Mill Campground

Isaiah Morgan Distillery

The winery is located 1/2 miles off Rt. 19 North of Summersville on Phillips Ron Road. 1 Mile off of

International Mother’s Day Shrine

The small railroading town of Grafton was the birthplace of Mother’s Day, founded by Miss Anna Jarvis in honor of

Holly River State Park

Overnight facilities open from first Friday in April to last weekend in November. Swimming pool and activities building open from