New Battlefield Site Replacing Dilapidated Harpers Ferry Buildings
Five derelict buildings in Harpers Ferry are being torn down beginning this month. A new battlefield landscape will take their place.
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August 4, 1897: Dixie Songbird Billy Cox Born
Country-and-western musician Billy Cox was born near Charleston on August 4, 1897. He started his career in 1928, singing and playing guitar and harmonica…
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsResearchers Uncover History of Former Coal Community
West Virginia University researchers recently completed a year-long project exploring the history of a coal community in Monongalia County, using photos…
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsMarch 30, 1837: Virginia Legislature Chartered a Private Academy at West Liberty
On March 30, 1837, the Virginia legislature chartered a private academy at West Liberty, north of Wheeling.The first 65 students met for classes the…
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsOctober 21, 1940: Gov. William Conley Dies at 74
On October 21, 1940, former West Virginia Governor William G. Conley died at the age of 74. The Republican started his career as a schoolteacher and…
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