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Today is Saturday, November 1, 2025.
#1 – From WV BUSINESSLINK – From Problem to Purpose: Building In-Home Child Care in West Virginia
When one West Virginia parent couldn’t find affordable childcare, she decided to create her own solution — and turned it into a thriving business. With guidance from the West Virginia Small Business Development Center and WV BusinessLink, she launched an in-home childcare service that supports local families while contributing to the state’s workforce. Her journey shows how small ideas and community support can lead to big impact.
Read more: wvbusinesslink.com/from-problem-to-purpose-building-in-home-child-care-in-west-virginia
#2 – From WV STATE PARKS – Blackwater Falls Sled Run Opens December 18
Get ready to hit the slopes — or rather, the sled run — at Blackwater Falls State Park! The park’s famous quarter-mile sled run, the longest on the East Coast, officially opens December 18 with brand-new snowmaking equipment and expanded visitor amenities. Families can book tickets now for a winter experience that’s fast, fun, and pure Almost Heaven.
Read more:
wvstateparks.com/blackwater-falls-sled-run-opening-on-december-18
#3 – From WV EXPLORER – Things That Make West Virginia Famous
What makes West Virginia famous? From Appalachian music and pepperoni rolls to outdoor recreation and world-class whitewater rafting, the list is long — and growing. The Mountain State’s distinct culture, hospitality, and natural beauty continue to attract visitors from across the nation and around the world. Whether it’s music, mountains, or the people themselves — West Virginia’s spirit shines through.
Read more:
wvexplorer.com/things-that-make-west-virginia-famous
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That’s all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.
