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.

  WV.gov News Center 

The WV.gov News Center is your source for the latest news released from all government agencies including executive, legislative, judicial and constitutional offices. You can browse the most recent releases below or search for additional news by agency or topic.

Recent Headlines WV.gov News RSS

Department of Agriculture 'Women in AG' Nominations Due June 1


May 20, 2013 - The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) is seeking nominations for the 2013 “West Virginia Women in Agriculture” program...


National Safe Boating Week promotion aims to increase safety certifications


May 20, 2013 - Boating educator reduces cost of online safety course for week...


State Film Office Hosting Workforce Training Seminar


May 20, 2013 - A two-day, hands-on workforce training seminar hosted by the West Virginia Film Office will be held on June 22 and 23 in Huntington...


State record rainbow trout caught in Berkeley County


May 20, 2013 - A state record rainbow trout was recently caught by Tony Corbin of Gerrardstown, W.Va....


Superstorm Sandy Agriculture Assistance Package Announced for West Virginia


May 20, 2013 - West Virginia will be among 12 states eligible for $209 million in federal funding to help farmers, landowners and communities recover from the effects of Superstorm Sandy...


Kids to Parks Day May 18


May 17, 2013 - Kids to Parks Day is a National Park Trust program to encourage youth to get outdoors...


New Sporting Clays Facility Opening at Canaan Valley Resort


May 16, 2013 - Ribbon Cutting set for May 17, 11 a.m....


Governor Tomblin Announces the Appointment of Mark Matkovich as Acting State Tax Commissioner


May 15, 2013 - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today announced the appointment of Mark Matkovich as Acting State Tax Commissioner, effective May 15, 2013...


Governor Tomblin Encourages West Virginians to Show their State Pride with a 150th Birthday License Plate


May 15, 2013 - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today encouraged West Virginians to show their state pride with a 150th birthday license plate...


Tourism Adventure Media Advisory May 27 – June 9


May 15, 2013 - West Virginia Memorial Day Festival (Spirit of Grafton); Blue and Gray Reunion; Elk River Fest...


Rob Rice Named Chief of WVDEP’s Abandoned Mine Lands Program


May 14, 2013 - Rob Rice has been appointed to the position of Chief of the Abandoned Mine Lands & Reclamation Program with the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection...


Governor Tomblin Orders U.S. and State Flags Lowered for Peace Officers Memorial Day


May 14, 2013 - To honor all fallen and disabled law enforcement officers...


Governor Tomblin Creates the W.Va. Early Childhood Planning Task Force


May 13, 2013 - Executive Order 5-13 calls for study of early childhood education...


June Wonderful WV celebrates sesquicentennial with all-photo “A Day in the Life” issue and release of new iPad version


May 13, 2013 - The June 2013 issue of Wonderful West Virginia magazine, now on sale, celebrates its namesake’s 150th anniversary of statehood with a special “Day in the Life” issue featuring nearly 100 photos provided by readers...


View RSS feed