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.

  Public Safety, Law and Courts 

Below you will find a list of recent press releases that relate to Public Safety, Law and Courts. Click Read More to view the full text of the press release.

REGISTRATION UNDERWAY FOR JULY SERIES OF OSHA TRAINING CLASSES


June 30, 2011 - The West Virginia Division of Labor has scheduled Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training and compliance classes in July....


Mine Rescue Contest Set for Aug. 18-19 in Morgantown


August 17, 2010 - When an accident occurs, mine rescue teams are the first on-scene responders and the last ones to leave. Training and practice keep team members sharp and ready to face challenges at a moment’s notice....


First convictions under new state wildlife law in Preston County


July 30, 2010 - A Preston County man and a Tucker County juvenile are the first persons charged and convicted with violating a wildlife law passed this year by the West Virginia Legislature....


Chicken Nuggets Recalled On Fears Of Foreign Materials


July 21, 2010 - Consumers should beware of “Great Value Fully Cooked Chicken Nuggets,” which have been recalled by manufacturer Perdue Farms, Inc., after purchasers complained of finding small bits of blue plastic in the nuggets, according to West Virginia Commissioner...


West Virginia Volunteer Fire Department Workers’ Compensation Group Members Announced


July 06, 2010 - West Virginia Department of Revenue Secretary Virgil T. Helton, under the direction of Gov. Joe Manchin, today announced the formation of the West Virginia Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) Workers’ ...


Manchin Administration, Brickstreet agree to delay premium cost increase for VFD for one year


June 16, 2010 - Gov. Joe Manchin this evening joined Department of Revenue Cabinet Secretary Virgil Helton, Brickstreet Insurance CEO Greg Burton, West Virginia Insurance Commissioner Jane Cline, members...


Governor Declares State of Emergency for Four Counties


June 13, 2010 - Gov. Joe Manchin early this morning declared a State of Emergency for Logan, McDowell, Mingo and Wyoming counties due to continuous rainfall, which has caused flooding and ...


Testimony Delivered by Gov. Manchin at UBB Hearing


May 24, 2010 - The following testimony of Governor Manchin was delivered today before the Committee on Education and Labor, United States House of Representatives at the Beckley Armory:...


GOVERNOR MANCHIN DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY FOR KANAWHA COUNTY DUE TO HEAVY RAINFALL AND FLOODING


May 19, 2010 - CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Gov. Joe Manchin has declared a state of emergency for Kanawha County and its surrounding counties due to excessive rain, flooding and mudslides that occurred over the past several days....


GOVERNOR ANNOUNCES VICTIM OF CRIME ACT (VOCA) PROGRAM GRANT AWARDS


May 14, 2010 - CHARLESTON – Governor Joe Manchin today announced that he has awarded approximately $2.5 million in Victims of Crime Act Assistance (VOCA) grant funds to 51 public and private non-profit agencies across the state....


GOVERNOR ANNOUNCES STOP VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT PROGRAM GRANT AWARDS


May 14, 2010 - CHARLESTON – Governor Joe Manchin today announced his award of nearly $1 million in STOP Violence Against Women Grant Program funds for 24 projects statewide....


Governor Releases Statement Regarding the 130th Airlift Wing's C-130 Retention


May 10, 2010 - This is great news for West Virginia. Maj. Gen. Allen Tackett and the men and women of the 130th Airlift Wing represent the best of West Virginia....


Governor Announces Next Step in Mine and Industrial Safety


May 07, 2010 - Gov. Joe Manchin today announced another significant step in improving mine and industrial safety in West Virginia. The governor ...


Statement from the Governor About the Veto of Gun Sales Tax Holiday


April 02, 2010 - Gov. Joe Manchin today released the following statement about the veto of House Bill 4521, which would have provided a state sales tax holiday for the purchase of firearms:...


President Approves Federal Disaster Declaration for Southern WV Flooding


March 29, 2010 - CHARLESTON, W.Va. – President Obama has approved a request from Gov. Joe Manchin for a federal disaster declaration for Fayette, Greenbrier, Kanawha, Mercer, Raleigh and Summers counties in West Virginia, ...