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.

  Office of the Governor News Room 

Below you will find a list of recent press releases issued by the Office of the Governor. Click on the title to view the full text of the press release.

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...


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...


Governor Tomblin Signs Three Bills During Visit to Eastern Panhandle


May 08, 2013 - Feed to Achieve and Commuter Rail Act among bills signed...


Governor Tomblin Invites Students to Enter State's 150th Birthday Art Contest


May 06, 2013 - Winning artwork to be featured during the birthday celebration...


Governor Tomblin Announces Decision to Expand Medicaid in West Virginia


May 02, 2013 - Will provide coverage to approximately 91,500 working West Virginians...


Governor Tomblin signs SB 1001


May 01, 2013 - The Morgantown TIF Bill...


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