Meet Lawrence Loh, the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s new conductor. There’s a new baton in town. After a long selection process, the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra has selected Lawrence Loh as its new conductor and music director. He’ll make his official debut on September 23 at the Clay Center in Charleston. Loh, who grew up in southern California, fell in…
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Hinton has become a dining destination with two unique restaurants. There are many reasons to visit Hinton: a charming historic downtown, outdoor recreation on the New River, a hub for railroad enthusiasts, and close proximity to both Sandstone Falls and Pipestem Resort State Park. But two unexpected—yet equally deserving—reasons are The Market on Courthouse Square and Chessie’s on the Square….
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Pizza connoisseurs are flocking to Pizzas & Cream, a tiny treasure tucked away in Clay County. Are you ready for a culinary surprise in one of the most unexpected places? Hop in the car and head to Nebo. Yes, Nebo, a teeny unincorporated town in Clay County. Take exit 40 off Interstate 79 and drive north on West Virginia Route…
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Dominick Cerrone has turned a Wheeling landmark into a food lovers’ haven. A stop at the L.S. Good mansion reminds a visitor of old Wheeling’s wealth and refinement. Built in 1905 by the prominent downtown department store owner and philanthropist, the townhouse features a three-story stairwell atrium, 28 stained glass panels, parquet floors, and lush woodwork throughout. It’s also a…
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Heroin(e), a Netflix documentary featuring three women committed to fighting Huntington’s heroin epidemic, has been invited to the inaugural Obama Foundation Summit, held in Chicago on October 31-November 1. The film’s director, Elaine Sheldon, also will lead a breakout session on the topic of active citizenship at the summit. If you can’t make it to Chicago, the film also will have screenings across…
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