December 24, 2008Gov. Joe Manchin released the following statement this morning after learning about the death of Randolph County Del. William D. Proudfoot:
“I have known Bill Proudfoot for more than 20 years. We’ve had a long friendship and there was not a finer hu...December 22, 2008CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Gov. Joe Manchin and Charleston Mayor Danny Jones today announced the worldwide television airing dates for the 2008 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) competition held in Charleston in September.
During a news conference this morning, th...December 18, 2008A Groovy Kind of Murder: Jan. 9-11, 2009, Historic Fayette Theater, Fayetteville.
An audience participation murder mystery written by Karen Vuranch is a musical spoof on the 1960s. December 15, 2008Ansted, W.Va. – Take part in a holiday scavenger hunt while learning about evergreens, conifers and pines at Hawks Nest State Park through Jan. 1 by searching for the “Twelve Wreaths of Christmas.” Guests to Hawks Nest Lodge may pick up a “Twelve Wreat...December 08, 2008CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Gov. Joe Manchin has approved a Supplemental Regular Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) payment for West Virginia’s elderly, disabled and low-income families who received a Regular LIEAP payment for the current winter hea...December 03, 2008Davis, W.Va. – Canaan Valley Resort in Davis, West Virginia, celebrates 37 years of skiing with free opening day skiing on Thursday, Dec. 11, from noon to 4:30 p.m. Enjoy the convenience of rentals onsite with $20 ski and $30 snowboard rentals or bring...November 21, 2008CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Gov. Joe Manchin and First Lady Gayle Manchin invite all West Virginians to join them for the annual "Joyful Night" ceremony beginning at 6 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 1, at the State Capitol. The audience will be invited to join in a mus...November 20, 2008CHARLESTON, W.Va. – With Thanksgiving around the corner and Christmas and New Year’s following soon after, the West Virginia Division of Tourism offers tips for non-stop holiday fun that will fit any budget and lifestyle.
"West Virginia is an ideal...November 20, 2008Winter in West Virginia warms the heart of outdoor fun-seekers, from beginners to experts. The Mountain State’s resorts and parks provide a winter wonderland for skiers, snowboarders, tubers and other adventurers.
In the mountains, winter comes early ...November 20, 2008As we all know, holiday shopping can be daunting, especially when it comes to finding the perfect gift for that hard-to-buy for relative or friend. This year, take a break from the holiday crowds and discover what your local Main Street or downtown re...November 20, 2008Although West Virginians are known year-round for their warm welcomes, good cooking and fellowship, those qualities become even more apparent during the holiday season. This year the Mountain State plays host to a variety of festivals that showcase Ch...November 20, 2008The New Year is coming faster than you think, and it’s not too early to start figuring out where you want to be when 2009 comes calling.
West Virginia’s state parks will welcome in 2009 with dinners, parties, dances, or just some quiet time, depend...November 19, 2008If you’re still thinking about food the day after Thanksgiving, wild foods expert Edelene Wood has some suggestions that she’ll share during a special event at Pipestem Resort State Park in Summers County. Wood will be a featured speaker at Pipestem No...November 18, 2008Winners have been announced for the Outdoor Youth Challenge held during West Virginia’s Celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Days Sept. 27 and 28 at Stonewall Resort State Park, according to Shawn Head of the Wildlife Resources Section of the We...November 13, 2008Choose-and-Cut Christmas Tree Farm: after Thanksgiving, Whipkey Tree Farm, Charleston.
What better way to celebrate the holiday season than by visiting a local tree farm? Whipkey Tree Farm, just one of many Choose-and-Cut Christmas tree farms across t... |
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