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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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 Governor Orders United States And State Flags To Be Lowered In Memory Of Fallen West Virginia Soldier 

10/7/2008 

CHARLESTON, W.Va. - Gov. Joe Manchin today ordered all United States and state flags displayed at state facilities lowered to half-staff Wednesday, October 8, in commemoration of the distinguished life and service of United States Army Sgt. First Class Jamie Scott Nicholas.

Nicholas, 32, was killed in action on Monday, September 29, 2008, from injuries sustained while on combat operations in Afghanistan. Nicholas was assigned to the U.S. Army B Company, 1st Battalion, 7th Special Forces Airborne Group based in Fort Bragg, N.C.

Nicholas was a 1994 graduate of Clay County High School.  Sgt. First Class Nicholas was a dedicated career soldier, and was serving a tour of duty in Afghanistan.

Prior to his death, Nicholas had been awarded several medals and commendations for his military service.  Sgt. First Class Nicholas will be posthumously awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal and NATO Medal.

His funeral service is scheduled for Wednesday at Clay County High School.  Wilson-Shamblin-Smith Funeral Home (Wallback, W.Va.) is in charge of funeral arrangements.  Nicholas will be buried in Clay

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