West Virginia - Wild and Wonderful

About West Virginia

West Virginia is noted for its mountains and diverse topography, its historically significant logging and coal mining industries, and its political and labor history. It is one of the most densely karstic areas in the world, making it a choice area for recreational caving and scientific research.

Business

West Virginia is full of opportunity for any business with a growing economy and a highly dedicated workforce. Whether you are running an existing business or thinking of starting a new business you can find all of the information you need throughout this business section.

Education

West Virginia is fortunate to have a tremendous education system with a high standard of excellence. Please use the information provided here to learn more about the wealth of educational opportunities in our great state.

Employment

West Virginia is home to one of the finest workforces in the country based on our hard work and commitment to quality. Whether you are looking for new job opportunities, enhancing your job skills or researching future employment trends you can find all of the information you need throughout this employment section.

Family

West Virginia offers the perfect balance of a rural and urban setting that suits a variety of lifestyles. This is a state where you can go whitewater rafting in the morning, go to an art exhibit in the afternoon and attend a concert in the evening. Whether you just moved to the Mountain State or your family has been here since it was founded, you are part of our community.

Health

Maintaining proper health is vital to ensuring the highest quality of life possible. West Virginia strives to provide one of the best health care systems in the country that is affordable and available to all residents of the state. This section contains numerous resources to assist you in accessing the health care services provided in the state.

Tourism

Exhilarate in the lasting beauty and natural wonder scattered throughout West Virginia. From unmatched outdoor recreation to world-class resorts, breathtaking scenery and a variety of cultural and historic attractions, West Virginia is an ideal spot to plan your next adventure. Discover for yourself what makes West Virginia wild and wonderful.

 Governor Tomblin Appoints Michael John Aloi as Judge for the 16th Judicial Circuit Court 

7/8/2011 
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today announced the appointment of Marion County native and Fairmont lawyer, Michael John Aloi, as Circuit Judge for the 16th Judicial Circuit serving Marion County. The Farmington, West Virginia resident will fill the judicial vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable Fred Fox II.

"Judge Fox dedicated himself to providing justice for the people of Marion County and he leaves behind a legacy that will not be easily duplicated," Gov. Tomblin said. "With his long-time leadership and legal expertise, I believe Michael will serve the people of Marion County well as Circuit Judge."

Aloi, an attorney with Manchin and Aloi Attorneys at Law in Fairmont, has held several leadership positions in both the legal and Marion County community, including Past President of the West Virginia State Bar and Marion County Bar, President of the Association for Conflict Resolution, President of the United Way of Marion County and President of Family Service for Marion and Harrison Counties.
 
A a graduate of West Virginia Wesleyan College and the West Virginia University College of Law, Aloi has returned to both of his alma maters to serve as a lecturer and instructor on legal and business topics.
Aloi is married to Dr. Susan Aloi. Together they have four children, Joey, Alexander, Hannah, and Iris.

Contact Information

Jacqueline Proctor 
304-558-2000