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.

  Education

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

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...


Governor Tomblin Encourages Schools to Apply for National Champion School Designation


April 11, 2013 - Three $100,000 Live PositivelyTM Fitness Centers to be awarded...


Governor Tomblin Signs Landmark Education Reform Bill into Law


April 10, 2013 - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today joined legislators, education advocates, as well as business and labor leaders to sign the landmark education reform bill, Senate Bill 359, into law...


Governor Tomblin Forms Middle Grades Commission as Part of Education Reform


March 11, 2013 - Commission will study and develop recommendations for improving student achievement...


Governor Tomblin Presents West Virginia Teacher of the year with a New Car and Check


February 15, 2013 - Sponsored by Toyota Motor Manufacturing of West Virginia and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield ...


Governor Tomblin Requests State Board of Education Take Leadership Role in Education Reform


February 15, 2013 - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin last night presented his legislative agenda and proposals regarding education reform during the 2013 State of the State Address and sent a letter to the West Virginia State Board of Education...


Governor Tomblin Asks West Virginians to Observe Statewide "College Colors Day"


October 02, 2012 - In support of college planning and awareness initiative...


State’s Junior Conservation Camp set for June 18-22


June 13, 2012 - The Department of Environmental Protection’s Youth Environmental Program is hosting the 32nd annual West Virginia Junior Conservation Camp...


Governor Tomblin and Senator Rockefeller Announce New Education-to-Work Program


June 12, 2012 - Program allows students to gain hands-on industry experience while working towards a degree...


Governor Tomblin Announces Community Forum Dates to Review Education Audit


May 31, 2012 - Vision Shared and West Virginia Chamber of Commerce to host the series of forums...


Governor Tomblin Celebrates Success of PROMISE Scholars


May 29, 2012 - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin will celebrate the success of the PROMISE Scholarship Program and the achievements of students who have earned and retained the scholarship during a reception to be held this evening at the Governor's Mansion at 5 p.m....


West Virginia Youth Environmental Awards issued


May 29, 2012 - Youth groups and individuals from around the state received awards totaling more than $11,000 during the recent West Virginia Youth Environmental Day at North Bend State Park in Cairo...


Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification Classes available at Pipestem Resort


April 27, 2012 - American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification classes are getting underway at Pipestem Resort State Park indoor swimming pool...


An Eco-idea yields “A Sleeping Giant” art sculpture at Coopers Rock State Forest


April 26, 2012 - A giant rests against a tree in the picnic area at Coopers Rock State Forest...


Governor Tomblin Presents 2012 Governor's Cup Real World Design Challenge Award


April 12, 2012 - Cabell Midland High School wins for third consecutive year...