While the Mountain State’s calling card is outdoor adventure, it has something wild and wonderful for every age. Across the state, kids are discovering adventure—and West Virginia—on their level. From educational playtime and cultural lessons to puzzle solving and high-energy activities, locals and visitors alike are having one-of-a-kind experiences in these five family-friendly kid zones.
Bailey & Glasser LLP, a 60-lawyer national law firm headquartered in Charleston, West Virginia, has announced several firm leadership roles. • Co-founder Brian A. Glasser was elected Chief Executive Officer. He is based in the firm’s growing Washington, D.C. office, and concentrates his practice on high stakes commercial litigation and corporate transactions. Brian also leads…
With West Virginia’s rugged and rural terrain, there’s an expectation for the Mountain State to be rich with wildlife. While spectators visiting the state can easily study all kinds of species common to the area, three zoos in West Virginia give the term wildlife a whole new meaning.
At a glance, the Mountain State might be perceived as a paradise for land lovers, but don’t be deceived. West Virginia is home to a variety of lakes and rivers rich with opportunity for
all water fanatics, from the serenity seeker in search of R&R to the extreme adventurist ready to take on adrenaline-inducing rapids in a raft or kayak.
With its varied terrain, the Mountain State is a runner’s dream. Marathons, half marathons, 5ks, trail runs and triathlons—you’ll find it all in West Virginia.
Challenge yourself on the trails near the New River Gorge or drink champagne at the finish line at The Greenbrier. Pace yourself for a route that runs across the state line into Kentucky, or dress in layers for a 40-mile, elevation-shifting trail run in Canaan Valley. Whatever your preference, lace up your running shoes and get ready to run wild in West Virginia.
Procter & Gamble Company has informed Governor Jim Justice today that it will be adding an additional 200 employees to its new manufacturing facility at Tabler Station in Berkeley County. P&G had previously announced that 700 full-time employees would be employed at its West Virginia plant and today’s announcement increases that number to 900. “We’ve…