Every state has a capitol that houses its state legislature. Many are domed buildings similar to the US Capitol, but others are more unique.

West Virginia's capital moved back and forth from Wheeling to Charleston several times before Charleston became the permanent capital city in 1885. Tour guide Alexander Griffith explained the history ...

The West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History and West Virginia Archives and History are hosting "Piecing ...

West Virginia Independence Hall. Travis Henline, site manager for West Virginia Independence Hall, talked about the history of the building which started as the Wheeling Custom Ho ...

Flash flooding caused by torrential rains on Saturday turned deadly in northern West Virginia. Officials said up to 4 inches of rain fell within about half an hour.

Renowned artist and longtime fair supporter Robert Tuckwiller has created the official commemorative poster for the 100th ...

CHARLESTON, W.Va. –What better way to celebrate West Virginia Day than at the state’s Capitol. New West Virginia Historic Figure Exhibit That’s what many locals and residents came out to do ...

CHARLESTON — The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history. To read more, go to e-WV: The West Virginia Encyclopedia at www.wvencyclopedia.org.

From the beauty of the state parks to the thrill of Camden Park, West Virginians all had something to celebrate during the state’s 162nd birthday celebration Friday, June 20, 2025.

A state of emergency is in effect in West Virginia. The death toll climbed to eight on Wednesday from the devastating flash flooding in West Virginia, the governor said, as the heavy rain threat ...

– A new Miss West Virginia and Miss West Virginia’s Teen will be crowned in Martinsburg Saturday night. This week the current titleholders sat down on Panhandle Live to reflect on their year.