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Today is Sunday, May 10, 2026.
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#1 – From WV COMMERCE – Commerce launches statewide model registry
The West Virginia Department of Commerce is inviting residents to help represent the Mountain State in upcoming tourism and marketing campaigns.
The new volunteer model registry gives West Virginians the opportunity to participate in future publications, advertisements, and promotional materials highlighting the people and places that define Almost Heaven. Officials say the initiative is designed to showcase authentic stories and experiences from across the state.
Read more:
https://commerce.wv.gov/modelregistry/
#2 – From MSN – Coal mine tours connect visitors to West Virginia history
Visitors to southern West Virginia can step underground and experience the state’s coal mining heritage firsthand.
Tours at destinations like the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine allow guests to ride through historic mine passages with former miners serving as guides. Tourism leaders say the experiences help preserve an important part of West Virginia history while giving visitors a deeper understanding of the communities and industries that shaped the Mountain State.
#3 – From WV BUSINESS PORTAL – One Stop Business Portal supports entrepreneurs
West Virginia’s One Stop Business Portal continues providing tools and resources for entrepreneurs across the state.
The online platform helps users register businesses, file reports, manage licenses, and access startup guidance through a centralized system connecting multiple state agencies. Leaders say the portal streamlines the business process while making it easier for entrepreneurs to launch and grow companies in West Virginia.
Read more:
https://business4.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx
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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.
