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The Bluestone Dam in Hinton is undergoing rehabilitation by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to make it stronger and more durable.

PRINCE, W.Va. — Remnants of coal mines, coke ovens and mining communities are not the only examples of 19th and 20th century American history being reclaimed by a resurgent forest

West Virginia's national parks sites include scenic trails, national recreation areas, and a national park and preserve.

The Water Resources Development Act passed by a vote of 93-1.

Originally published on July 16, 2021 3:14 pm A summer tradition for many families is back after being cancelled last year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s the annual Lilly family reunion in Southern West Virginia -- but you don’t really have to be a Lilly to attend.The gathering was once the largest family reunion in the world, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. In 2009, This number did include a proven connection to the family, rather it be blood, adoption or marr...

Today Partly cloudy early. Thunderstorms developing this afternoon. Storms may contain strong gusty winds. High 86F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 70%.. Tonight Mostly cloudy with showers and a few thunderstorms. Low 71F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 60%. Updated: July 11, 2021 @ 7:14 am

Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out whats clicking on Foxnews.com. America’s newest national park could be just what your family needs for a socially-distanced getaway this year. New River Gorge National Park and Preserve encompasses 70,000 acres along 53 miles of the New River from Bluestone Dam to Hawk’s Nest Lake in West Virginia, according to the National Park Service. It is the 63rd U.S. national park. The New River is said to be one of the oldest rivers in North America, ...

While much of the attention surrounding the Consolidated Appropriations Act—the spending bill recently passed by Congress—was focused on COVID-19 stimulus relief, one addition should please nature lovers in West Virginia. The Act provides for the state’s New River Gorge to become the country’s 63rd national park and reserve. The New River Gorge and its 70,000 acres run from Bluestone Dam to Hawk’s Nest Lake. According to the National Park Service, it’s one of the oldest rivers on Ea...