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Southern West Virginia is a culturally and geographically distinct region in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Generally considered the heart of Appalachia, Southern West Virginia is known for its coal mining heritage and Southern affinity. The region is also closely identified with southwestern Virginia and southeastern Kentucky, with close proximity to northwestern North Carolina and East Tennessee.

 

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Local News for West Virginia from The Register-Herald, Beckley

Pumpkin festival ends on high note

Oct 5, 2008 10:44 pm

The Pumpkin Harvest Festival?s three days of fun, fellowship and fundraising came to a close Sunday afternoon for its third straight year at the Beckley campus of Burlington United Methodist Family Se...

 

Motorcycle safety ride part of Bridge Day event

Oct 5, 2008 10:44 pm

The West Virginia Motorcycle Safety Program will sponsor a ride across the New River Gorge Bridge during the Bridge Day festival on Oct. 18, organizers said.

 

The Greenbrier honored again

Oct 5, 2008 7:38 pm

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS ? Adding to the hotel?s already impressive list of awards and accolades, The Greenbrier was recently named as one of the top 10 resorts in the U.S. by a top travelers guide.

 

A ?Boston? half marathon breaks out in Beckley

Oct 4, 2008 11:40 pm

Given his surname and the fact he runs competitively, the jokes inevitably come Robert Boston?s way.?People are always saying things like, ?Boston wins Boston!?? he said with a laugh Saturday morning ...

 

Man celebrates life by pedaling to 80

Oct 4, 2008 11:36 pm

Like many octogenarians, David R. Crawford wanted to commemorate his eighth decade of life with a special event he could share with friends and family.

 

U.S. Navy-Coast Guard team wins Wilderness Challenge rafting

Oct 4, 2008 10:07 pm

The combined teams of the U.S. Navy Dominators from Virginia Beach, Va., and U.S. Coast Guard from Homestead, Fla., rafted to victory with guide Linc Stalling on the first day of this weekend?s all-mi...

 

Beckley filmmakers show at festival, offer alternative views

Oct 4, 2008 10:06 pm

Who says West Virginia culture has to be limited to the stuff of tradition?

 

Byrd lands prestigious fiddler award

Oct 4, 2008 9:45 pm

One of Sen. Robert C. Byrd?s passions in life has been playing the fiddle, bluegrass style, and this affection for the instrument is bringing him some national acclaim.

 

Train derails after railcar loses axle; road blocked

Oct 4, 2008 9:44 pm

A CSX train derailed in Rupert Friday afternoon, according to emergency officials.

 

Fire department truck hit by car during race

Oct 4, 2008 9:43 pm

A Beckley Fire Department engine was hit by a car during Saturday morning?s Beckley Half Marathon, according to fire officials.

 
 

News for West Virginia from The Register-Herald, Beckley

David Allard

Oct 4, 2008 9:48 pm

Detective Sgt. David Allard receives a phone call from a jail inmate, and he accepts.

 

4-H programs change with the times, but its motto and focus remain the same

Oct 4, 2008 4:33 pm

Green and white will always be special colors for Susan McGrady.

 

A little thing can cause a really big stink!

Oct 3, 2008 9:49 pm

My first encounter with a baby skunk has kept me smiling ? and pondering ? all week.

 

Pumpkin Harvest Festival

Oct 2, 2008 9:48 pm

Slow down when you drive by the Beckley campus of Burlington United Methodist Family Services this weekend. In fact, turn in the gate and take part in the third annual Pumpkin Harvest Festival today t...

 

Dedicated educators a must for strong national economy

Oct 2, 2008 9:26 pm

Help wanted ? millions of young people, equipped with problem-solving skills and the ability to learn, needed for entry-level jobs in the American economy. Others need not apply.

 

Sponsors meet for Taste of Home cooking shows

Oct 2, 2008 9:25 pm

Local sponsors met this week to plan for the Nov. 10-11 Taste of Home Cooking show to be held two different times at the Tamarack Conference Center.

 

Sit down to dinner

Sep 30, 2008 10:44 pm

Marilyn Seaford of Ames Heights in Fayette County made herself a promise on New Year?s Day. The busy mother of three with a wicked schedule that keeps her on the road more than at home had an auspicio...

 

Keep the holidays happy with safe food handling

Sep 30, 2008 8:17 pm

Gather your elves, deck the halls, make your lists, check them twice and you will be ready to ring in the holiday season with good cheer. The key to preparing for this festive time of the year is plan...

 

John Pino

Sep 27, 2008 11:18 pm

Confucius once issued some sage advice for the young contemplating a lifelong vocation: ?Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.?

 

Bats more a nuisance than a threat, expert says

Sep 27, 2008 6:39 pm

As temperatures fall, some of nature?s best bug catchers will be looking for a place to bed down for the winter.

 
 

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