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Exploring Southern West Virginia
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Your Guide to Memorial Day in Southern West Virginia
The three-day Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial beginning of summer, and no place rocks the start of the season like southern West Virginia. If you’re still unsure about how…
John Henry Still On The Move
How much freight has moved across the railroad lines John Henry helped build? That’s probably impossible to calculate. The railroad came through southern West Virginia in 1873, and trains have…
Motorcycle Trips In Southern WV
Southern West Virginia is known for its scenic beauty and mountainous terrain. These hills lend themselves to great ATV riding at Hatfield and McCoy Trails or Burning Rock Outdoor Adventure…
Earth Day in Southern West Virginia
A mindful senator from Wisconsin, some 43 years ago, inspired the idea that there were people out there that were devoted to protecting and preserving the natural resources of this…
Where the Locals Go in Raleigh County, Part 2
The last time we talked about Raleigh County, we looked at some great places locals like to visit. Here are a few more: To See This list highlights some of…
Your Guide to Southern West Virginia Lakes
Southern West Virginia is an outdoor paradise. There are so many things to do, it’s hard to decide where to start sometimes. Rafting, hiking, biking, rock climbing, and zip lining …
Local Restaurants and Their Signature Dishes: Cathedral Cafe
Today we take a look at another Fayetteville favorite, the Cathedral Cafe. The Cathedral Cafe probably has some of the coolest décor of any restaurant in the area. Or maybe…
Where Locals Go – Raleigh County (Part 1)
The locals always know the best ‘hang-out’ spots. Whether it’s a neat place to hike or an out-of-the-way place to eat, locals know where to find the little hidden gems…
What’s SUP?
SUP sounds like slang for “what’s going on”, and it really is the newest thing going on for the adventure crowd here in southern West Virginia. SUP is the acronym…
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Beckley – Raleigh County
With plenty of things to see and do, Beckley-Raleigh County offers a convenient and accessible Southern West Virginia getaway. Explore the area and start planning your trip now.