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.
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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.
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Education

Welcome to the West Virginia education portal. 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Commissioner of Agriculture Walt Helmick Announces New Leadership Team


February 15, 2013 - West Virginia Commissioner of Agriculture Walt Helmick has announced key players who will be taking leadership roles under his new administration at the West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA)...More...

Meeting Scheduled to Discuss American Agri-Women State Chapter


February 15, 2013 - The WVDA along with WV University Extension will host a meeting of various agricultural groups to gauge interest in establishing a state chapter of the American Agri-Women national organization...More...

Applications Available for 2013 West Virginia Specialty Crop Block Grant Program


February 15, 2013 - The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) is accepting applications for the 2013 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP)...More...

Governor Tomblin Presents West Virginia Teacher of the year with a New Car and Check


February 15, 2013 - Sponsored by Toyota Motor Manufacturing of West Virginia and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield ...More...

Governor Tomblin Presents West Virginia Teacher of the year with a New Car and Check


February 15, 2013 - Sponsored by Toyota Motor Manufacturing of West Virginia and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield ...More...

Governor Tomblin Requests State Board of Education Take Leadership Role in Education Reform


February 15, 2013 - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin last night presented his legislative agenda and proposals regarding education reform during the 2013 State of the State Address and sent a letter to the West Virginia State Board of Education...More...

Governor Tomblin Encourages West Virginians to Nominate Volunteers for 2013 Governor's Service Awards


February 08, 2013 - Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin today announced nominations are being accepted for the 2013 Governor's Service Awards...More...

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