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  1. September 1, 2010
    Celebrations, poster contest mark state’s first Labor History Week

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. – This year, Labor Day gets an added boost in the form of the newly designated annual Labor History Week. The event will be marked by statewide celebrations as well as a poster...

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  2. August 26, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Sept. 20-Oct. 3

    57th Annual Heritage Weekend: Sept. 24-25, Moorefield Heritage Weekend began in 1953 as a way to raise money for the Hardy County Public Library, but has grown into an annual fall event that honors...

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  3. August 20, 2010
    W.Va. Tourism conference Sept. 20-22 to feature presentation on new Boy Scout reserve

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The 2010 West Virginia Governor’s Conference on Tourism, set for September in Morgantown, will feature a presentation by the Boy Scouts of America on the new national scouting...

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  4. August 20, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Aug. 16-29

    Summerfest 2010: Aug. 18-22, Around the Mound, downtown South Charleston Join in the celebration at our annual Summerfest, located “Around the Mound” in South Charleston! Activities will include a...

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  5. August 20, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Aug. 30 – Sept. 19

    2010 West Virginia H.O.G. Rally: Sept. 1-4, Charleston Go “hoggin” on the boulevard in beautiful downtown Charleston, where the city is cordially closing down Kanawha Boulevard for a block party and...

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  6. July 23, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Aug. 1-15

    63rd Annual Berkeley County Youth Fair: Aug. 1-7, Berkeley County Youth Fair Grounds, Martinsburg Come one, come all and enjoy an evening at the county fair! Activities will include: carnival and...

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  7. July 14, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory July 19–Aug. 1

    WV Mountain State Gospel Singer’s 60th Annual Gospel Singing Convention: July 18-25, Song Convention Road, Mt. Nebo Join us for our 60th Annual Singing Convention as we worship and sing in the hills...

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  8. June 25, 2010
    West Virginia’s Tourism Industry matches $2.5 million to attract visitors to the state

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. —West Virginia Tourism Industry projects totaling more than $5 million have been approved by the West Virginia Tourism Commission to receive matching funds in the amount of $2.5...

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  9. June 17, 2010
    Celebrate West Virginia with cake and special events

    South Charleston, W.Va. – On June 20, the Mountain State turns 147 years old. Celebrate West Virginia Day all weekend, with commemorative glassware, music, fun activities and historic re-enactments....

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  10. June 11, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory July 1 -18

    Mountain State Art & Craft Fair:  July 1-3, Ripley More than 130 artisans will set up shop to demonstrate and sell a variety of products, including wood, glass and metal pieces, one-of-a-kind...

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  11. June 10, 2010
    Tourism D.C. subway campaign designed to entice travelers to visit West Virginia

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Division of Tourism has partnered with 10 state attractions and organizations to dominate the Washington, D.C., metro this month through an extensive “Station...

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  12. June 9, 2010
    The Greenbrier Kicks-Off Direct Air Service from NYC and ATL

    Thursday, June 10th – 11:45 a.m.   What: Delta Air Lines will begin direct, daily flights from New York and Atlanta to Greenbrier Valley Airport on Thursday, June 10. The event welcomes the first...

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  13. June 1, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory June 14 – 27

    Weston’s Amazing Weeks: June 12-14 and 19-26, Weston Weston’s Amazing Weeks will begin with a Carp Fishing Tournament from June 12-14.  June 19-26 events will include the Weston street fair, jazz...

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  14. May 14, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory May 31 – June 13

    Woodland Indian Gathering: June 4- 5, Fort Randolph at Krodel Park, Point Pleasant Fort Randolph will host Native re-enactors who will entertain with presentations, portrayals and demonstrations....

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  15. May 13, 2010
    WV Division of Tourism celebrates National Travel & Tourism Week, launches new advertising campaign

    CHARLESTON, WV (May 13, 2010) – The West Virginia Division of Tourism Office will join states nationwide in celebration of the 27th annual National Travel and Tourism Week May 8-16. “West Virginia...

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  16. May 4, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory May 17-30

    43rd Rail Fan Weekend: May 21-23, Cass Scenic Railroad State Park, Cass Join us for an exciting three-day event for train enthusiasts with spectacular photo opportunities arranged.  A three-day...

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  17. April 16, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory May 3-16

    Rendezvous on the River: May 5-8, Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, Parkersburg Muzzleloaders and mountain men gather on Blennerhassett Island to recreate early 18th-century frontier life...

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  18. March 25, 2010
    West Virginia’s Tourism Industry matches $1.8 million to attract visitors to the state

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. —West Virginia Tourism Industry projects totaling $3.6 million have been approved by the West Virginia Tourism Commission to receive matching funds in the amount of $1.8 million...

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  19. March 9, 2010
    West Virginia Division of Tourism Regional Roundtable Discussions

    The West Virginia Division of Tourism will once again be coming to your region to host regional roundtable discussions. The roundtable discussions are held in an effort to provide one-on-one meetings...

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  20. March 5, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory March 22 – April 4

    The Needle Stitch-In: March 21-26, North Bend State Park, Cairo Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of North Bend State Park in the spring to focus on long put-off needlework projects such as crochet,...

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  21. February 22, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory March 8-21

    Odessa Philharmonic: March 8, Creative Arts Center, Morgantown The Odessa Philharmonic, under the baton of Hobart Earle, returns to North America for the first time in more than ten years. The...

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  22. February 9, 2010
    West Virginia's 2010 Travel Guide now available

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Whether you’re a resident looking for a weekend escape or an out-of-state guest planning a vacation, preparation for your West Virginia getaway can be easier with this year’s...

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  23. February 5, 2010
    Tourism Day at the Legislature Feb. 11

    Industry reps and businesses from across the state to participate   CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Mark your calendars now for Tourism Day at the Legislature. Join more than 80 exhibitors from across West...

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  24. February 3, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Feb. 22 - March 7

    Don Quixote: Feb. 22, Creative Arts Center, Morgantown The Israel Ballet presents Don Quixote in celebration for the 400th anniversary of the publication of the first part of Miguel de Cervantes...

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  25. January 22, 2010
    Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Feb. 8-21

    CATS: Feb. 8-9, Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center, Huntington There’s no better way to introduce your family to the wonders of live theater than with the magic, the mystery, and the memory of CATS....

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