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.

 Twin Falls State Park Rolls Out More June Specials to Celebrate Grand Opening 

6/22/2011 

The celebration of the grand opening of the newly expanded lodge at Twin Falls State Park continues through June.Twin Falls lodge went from a 20 rooms to 47 units over a two year renovation time frame.The dedication of the accomplishment was June 15.

“When we get people to visit the park the first time,we have customers for life,” said Rita McAllister, front desk supervisor at Twin Falls State Park.First time visitors and returning guests will appreciate theBustin' June offer. Room rates in June are cut 50 percent to encourage individuals toinvestigate the new rooms, conference rooms, indoor guest pool and fitnesscenter, courtyard and other amenities. “All lodge rooms are one-half price as an incentive to comevisit and see for yourself,” said McAllister.

Daily golf play specials andtourneys are set for 2011 in addition to daily golf play.Daily play specials include “buy one and get one free” greens fees with cart rental after 1 p.m. on Monday and Thursday;50 percent off for senior golfers age 60+ on Tuesday prior to noon; Lady Golfer play for $22.50 on Wednesdays before noon; and Fridays recognize youthful golfers 18 and younger with a 50 percent offgreens fees before noon.

Seniorstake advantage of 10 percent discountsevery day except when the Tuesday 50 percent offer kicks in,” said Brian Wetzel, golf professional. Twin Falls also offers golf packages that include lodging and golf greens fees.

Several fore-fun golf tournaments are currently organized by Wetzel. Fore-fun golf play days are June 25, Mixed Couples Scramble; August 7, Twin Falls Cup (staff vs. passholders), and August 27, the annual “Lefty-Righty” two-man scramble.

For lodge reservation or information, call 304 294 4000. For golf tee times, special play or tournament scheduling, call 304-294-4044. Twin Falls State Park is located in Wyoming County on Route 97. The park website is www.twinfallsresort.com

Contact Information

Rita McAllister 
 
rita.j.mcallister@wv.gov