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Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Yahoo
Visit Southern West Virginia and The UPS Store to hold 'Almost Heaven' treasure hunt on West Virginia Day
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — Explorers will have the opportunity to search for a hidden treasure chest while seeing the sights of southern West Virginia with an 'Almost Heaven' treasure hunt. According to a press release, a regional treasure hunt, with a $500 cash prize for the person who finds the hidden chest, will be held by Visit Southern West Virginia and the UPS Store on Friday, June 20, 2025, which is also West Virginia Day. Greenbrier River named USA Today's 'Best River for Tubing' in the United States People who participate in the treasure hunt will have the opportunity to find a real treasure chest hidden at an outdoor location in southern West Virginia. The press release stated that clues will be released on the Visit Southern West Virginia and the UPS Store – Beckley's Facebook pages each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday to give participants hints to the location of the treasure chest. According to the press release, people who take part in the treasure hunt can tag #visitwv or #almostheaventresurehunt on social media or by submitting photos here. Marshall University researchers ID new prehistoric sea creature: Nearly 40 feet long with 'crushing' teeth The press release stated that the treasure hunt is open to locals and visitors, no matter their ages, and it is free to participate. The event will allow participants to explore trails, public parks, and small towns in the southern part of the Mountain State. According to the press release, no digging will be a part of the treasure hunt, and people are advised to follow park rules. People can follow and take part of the treasure hunt on the Visit Southern West Virginia and UPS Store's Facebook pages. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
West Virginia Department of Agriculture to lift poultry event suspension
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — The suspension of poultry related events will be lifted in May by the West Virginia Department of Agriculture. According to a press release from the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, the suspension on all poultry shows, exhibitions, meets, swaps, and poultry sales at auction or flea markets will be lifted by the West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) on Thursday, May 1, 2025. 22-year-old eagle nest in West Virginia blown from tree, killing 3 chicks The press release stated that the conditions that will need to be met for the restrictions to be lifted include: No HPAI (highly pathogenic avian influenza) found in West Virginia commercial poultry or backyard flocks located near commercial premises in April 2025. No major HPAI-related developments in neighboring states that would result in quarantine zones affecting West Virginia's poultry industry. The decision to list the restrictions came after the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) situation throughout the state and nearby regions was monitored. The West Virginia Department of Agriculture's press release stated that they will work with state and federal partners to keep an eye on the situation, especially during wild bird migration season that occurs around the middle of June. According to the West Virginia Department of Agriculture's press release, an outbreak of HPAI affected backyard and commercial poultry operations since early 2022 resulted in biosecurity measures across the nation. The suspension in the Mountain State was originally put into place as a cautionary measure to protect the poultry industry, the largest contributor to the animal agriculture economy, in the Mountain State. Three new Almost Heaven swings added in the Mountain State The West Virginia Department of Agriculture advised poultry owners, exhibitors, and event organizers to have biosecurity practices even though poultry events will be able to be held with the lifted restrictions. The press release stated that biosecurity measures can include: Limit and monitor access to poultry areas Make sure to disinfect equipment, vehicles, and shoes Separate domestic flocks from wild and migratory birds Report any unusual illness, sudden death, or a drop in egg production People can report unexpected deaths or signs of sickness in poultry flocks by calling the West Virginia Department of Agriculture's Animal Health Division at 304-558-2214. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
2 new Almost Heaven swings brought to north central WV
CLARKSBURG, (WBOY) — The West Virginia Department of Tourism has announced the installation of three new Almost Heaven swings, two of which can be found in north central West Virginia. According to a press release from the department, Tygart Lake State Park in Taylor County and Valley Falls State Park in Marion County have both seen the addition of new Almost Heaven swings, which make for popular photo spots across the Mountain State. West Virginia Department of Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby is hopeful the new swings will encourage people to enjoy and share the outdoors of West Virginia. 'It is so exciting to see folks traveling from near and far to visit our Almost Heaven swings,' Ruby said in the release. 'These make the perfect photo-op for folks to enjoy during their spring travels and beyond. Now is the perfect time to plan your spring trip to the Mountain State!' Armadillos could expand into West Virginia If you visit one of these swings, you are encouraged to share any pictures you take to social media using #AlmostHeaven. Another swing was added to Sportsman's Park in Wirt County. There are now 36 Almost Heaven swings in West Virginia. You can see a full list of locations and find one near you on the West Virginia tourism website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
