The attitude toward well-being in the Mountain State puts health care workers in a trying position—but one of great importance. Countless forward-thinking individuals work to advance both the field and health of West Virginians every day.
In 1965, Congress passed the Appalachian Regional Development Act (ARDA), which declared that the Appalachian region of the U.S., while abundant in natural resources and rich in potential, lags behind the rest of the nation in its economic growth and that its people have not shared properly in the nation’s prosperity.
The COVID-19 pandemic forced ordinary Americans—not just economists, manufacturers and businesspeople—to consider and confront the country’s supply chains. Even now, two years after the onset of the pandemic, walking the aisles of a supermarket can reveal bare shelves and empty spaces where certain products should be. As a result, more and more people want to know where their merchandise comes from.
All-terrain vehicle (ATV) trails offer a unique recreational opportunity for thrill seekers and outdoor enthusiasts. In West Virginia, this industry draws in visitors from across the country. With its diverse terrain, gorgeous views and thriving hospitality industry, the Mountain State is a natural home for a variety of ATV trail locations and businesses. What are you waiting for? Use this map to plan your next adrenaline-inducing adventure.
What has long been recognized by West Virginians as a southeastern gem has officially received the designation it deserves. Effective December 27, 2020, the New River Gorge became the U.S.’s 63rd national park. The new status for this stunning destination has significant implications for the Mountain State.
In 2020, while the world was reacting to the global COVID-19 pandemic, West Virginia was simultaneously responding to its own ongoing epidemic: widespread substance use disorder (SUD) and subsequent overdose deaths.