Our special DOUBLE issue is ready to entertain you with West Virginia’s secret spots, hush-hush stories, mysterious places, and freaky finds. You’ll also be inspired by our annual tribute to our state’s 2023 Possibilitarians and our Changemakers of Care.
ON THE COVER: Star trails above the Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory in Monroe County. Photographed by Jesse Thornton; image available for purchase at reflectioninapool.com
Features
Meet Our 2023 Possibilitarians
These catalysts are turning their towns around.
Hidden West Virginia
Your guide to West Virginia’s secret spots, hush-hush stories, mysterious places, and freaky finds
WV Living Healthy
Celebrating organizations and people around the state who are stepping up to inspire West Virginians to live healthier lifestyles. Sponsored by PracticeLink.
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Good People
The after-school fun of the Tony M. Music and Arts Foundation may come soon to a school near you.
The Outdoors
New River ATV showcases our new national
park from a unique perspective.
History
The Old Opera House Theatre Company in Charles Town celebrates a milestone.
Living Loves
Consider these items made by hand in West
Virginia for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and any day.
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Things to do to celebrate West Virginia’s 160th birthday.
Reads
Death in Mudlick by Eric Eyre.
Shop
Head to Pat’s Fashions and Tax Service in Pineville.
Sound
A coal miner’s son is exploring the sound of his roots with a new album.
Town
A visit to Berkeley Springs will put a spring in your step.
Gardening
Spring means new life—and new harvest. What will you grow?
Artist
Blacksmith Randy McDaniel shares a lifetime of skills with eager new artists.
This
On a small farm in Fairmont, one family is sharing nature’s beauty with their community.
taste
Vittles
Kevbot Chocolate is bringing Appalachian influence to the chocolate industry.
Libations
Dry Run Spirits is a destination distillery for so many reasons.
Restaurant
The Broken Axle brings food, drinks, and
entertainment to Logan.
Restaurant
Von Blaze is heating up downtown Morgantown.
recipes
Load up on fresh strawberries this spring to prepare these sweet and savory recipes.
Statewide Dining Guide
Sponsored by the WVHTA.
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Spaces
The Artist Cottage is a quaint Airbnb in Lewisburg.
Away
Hillbrook Inn and Spa in Charles Town is a romantic getaway.
Local
Bent River Trading Company is a must-stop in Capon Bridge.
In Richwood
A community of friendly people make Richwood a highly livable town.
Come Home to WV
Pat Cross on the art of coming home
Features
Changemakers of Care
Six health care professionals who are re-imagining West Virginia’s future.
West Virginia Top Docs
Some of our state’s finest doctors, as determined by health care research company Castle Connolly.
WVDII Addiction Recovery Resource Guide
Find help online and in communities all across the state.
Gauging Care
The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources has made the numbers behind foster care accessible to the public.
Dining with Diabetes
Cook healthy and tasty meals with the help of WVU Extension’s free course.
A Strong Step Forward
Find relief from knee pain with replacement surgery through Marshall Health.
A Resource to Remember
A manual for dementia caregivers focuses on building connections using Appalachian
culture.
Find the Purple Box
ONEbox™ and the Drug Intervention Institute partner to combat the opioid crisis and save lives.
Have You Heard?
More affordable OTC hearing aids are here—here’s what you need to know.
Tobacco-free WV
Kicking the habit—or never starting—is getting easier than ever.
Call for Help
The new 988 crisis and suicide lifeline makes reaching out easier.
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