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Economy Chris Schulz,

Morrisey Touts Economic Impact Of Tourism, Rural Health Transformation In Press Conference

Morrisey said he is trying to mitigate the impact of a federal government shutdown on local businesses during one of the state’s busiest tourism seasons with a discount for stays in state parks.

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Economy Maria Young,

W.Va. Contingency Fund Pays For National Parks To Reopen During Shutdown

West Virginia's national parks are the first in the nation to re-open in the midst of the federal government shutdown.

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Arts & Culture Eric Douglas,

Morrisey: Tourism Can Help W.Va. Grow

Tourism added $9 billion to West Virginia’s economy last year. And Gov. Patrick Morrisey wants to see that grow. 

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Economy Emily Rice,

Morrisey Launches Free Online Tourism Training

The Governor launched a free online hospitality training program called Tourism Works to bring more visitors to West Virginia and address workforce needs across the state.

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Education Maria Young,

Tourism School Aims To Grow More Hospitality Workers, Entrepreneurs

The first ever Governor's School for Tourism wrapped up recently with high hopes that the 50 students will someday land jobs in West Virginia's tourism sector.

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