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.

  Consumer Protection 

Below you will find a list of recent press releases that relate to Consumer Protection. Click Read More to view the full text of the press release.

Fresh Express Romaine Under Recall in West Virginia


August 28, 2012 - Fresh Express Inc. is recalling a limited quantity of 10-ounce “Hearts of Romaine” after a package of the product yielded a positive result for Listeria monocytogenes...


West Virginia One of 11 States Affected by Salsa Recall


March 29, 2012 - Commissioner of Agriculture Gus R. Douglass is warning consumers about a salsa recall affecting 11 states, including West Virginia...


Day-Long Agritourism Workshop Scheduled Ahead of Small Farms Conference


January 06, 2012 - The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) will sponsor an all-day Agritourism Workshop at the Waterfront Hotel in Morgantown Wednesday, February 29, 2012...


Department of Agriculture Seeking Agritourism Media Award Entries


January 06, 2012 - The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) is seeking entries for the 2012 Agritourism Media Awards...


State's ON TRAC Revitalization Program to Accept New Community Applications


January 05, 2012 - Must attend Feb. 9 workshop to apply...


Governor Cancels Holiday Party Scheduled for this Evening


December 16, 2010 - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today announced that the Holiday Christmas party scheduled for this evening at the Governor’s Mansion has been canceled due to inclement weather....


WVDA INSPECTIONS FIND RECALLED EGGS IN 18 LOCATIONS


September 02, 2010 - Eggs subject to a national recall have been found at 18 locations in West Virginia...


Press Conference Tomorrow with Governor Manchin and Attorney General McGraw


August 31, 2010 - Gov. Joe Manchin III, along with West Virginia Attorney General Darrell McGraw, will discuss the Energy Star Sales Tax Holiday...


WEST VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE FINDS RECALLED EGGS IN STATE STORES


August 26, 2010 - Recalled eggs have been discovered at four stores in West Virginia, according to West Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture Gus R. Douglass...


Governor Orders U.S. and State Flags Lowered in Memory of Soldier


August 08, 2010 - Gov. Joe Manchin has ordered all U.S. and state flags displayed at state facilities lowered to half-staff the entire day of Monday, August 9, in commemoration of the distinguished life and service of Pfc. David Michael Smith...


Statement from the Governor's Office


August 06, 2010 - The Governor's Office today released the following statement: “The State of West Virginia was served this week with two federal subpoenas....


State Investments Yield a 16 percent return in Fiscal Year 2010


August 04, 2010 - Governor Joe Manchin, Revenue Secretary Virgil T. Helton and Investment Management Board Executive Director Craig Slaughter today announced that West Virginia Public Employees Retirement System earned 16 ...


West Virginia Counties Meet Gov. Manchin’s Cleanup Initiative


August 03, 2010 - All 55 West Virginia counties have successfully met Gov. Joe Manchin’s three-year initiative ....


WEST VIRGINIA VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENTS RECEIVE BROADFORM COVERAGE FROM BRIM


July 27, 2010 - Gov. Joe Manchin today announced West Virginia Volunteer Fire Departments (VFDs) will receive broadform insurance coverage through the Board of Risk and Insurance Management (BRIM) effective Sept. 1, 2010...


Governor Manchin Announces a 3.5% Interest Rate by the West Virginia Housing Development Fund


July 27, 2010 - Gov. Joe Manchin has announced that the West Virginia Housing Development Fund is offering a new mortgage program for West Virginia families that includes a 30-year fixed rate loan at approximately 3.5 percent....