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.

 Free Legal Aid Workshop at State Law Library 

4/17/2009  CHARLESTON, W.Va.   A free workshop on  The Services of Legal Aid of West Virginia  will be presented at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 28, in the State Law Library.  The event is sponsored by the State Law Library and Adrienne Worthy, the executive director of Legal Aid of West Virginia.

The session will focus on the services and programs offered by Legal Aid, including assistance with civil legal problems, such as divorces, evictions and welfare benefit difficulties, as well as advocacy for nursing home residents and those with behavioral health challenges.

The State Law Library is located in Building 1, Room E-404 of the State Capitol.  Metered parking is available near the parking garage and is free after 5 p.m. 

The workshop is open to the public and no registration is required. For more information, contact Sara Thompson at the State Law Library at (304) 558-2607.

Contact Information

Sara Thompson 
304-558-2607