Young Entrepreneur's Day 2021
Young Entrepreneur’s Day returns on Saturday, November 6th beginning at 10:00am at the Williamson Field House! The Tug Valley Chamber of...
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Williamson Forward
This is an initiative to do just what the name suggests – move Williamson forward into new exciting directions!
- 3 days ago
- 1 min
This 5K Course is a Killer!
Since 2012, the Tug Valley Road Running Club (TVRRC) has been bringing some spooky fun to Williamson with the Killer 5K and 1 Mile Walk....
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- 3 days ago
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Spooky Fun and Creepy Rides!
Heather and Leo New are no stranger to all things spooky-- in fact, they love spooky! The couple, who own Trail 10 House and ATV Tours,...
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- 5 days ago
- 2 min
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
A Silent Killer “I sometimes view domestic violence as a silent killer,” says Sherry Hatfield, a victim’s advocate with the Tug Valley...
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- Oct 10
- 2 min
#LocalAuthor: Sabrina Runyon
During Sabrina Runyon’s first year as a doctoral student, she attended a residency in Nashville, Tennessee where participants had to...
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- Oct 10
- 2 min
October is #BullyingPreventionMonth
What Is Bullying? When you think of bullying, what do you imagine? A kid in a leather jacket stealing lunch money? The popular kids...
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- Oct 10
- 1 min
Wildlife Women: Chillin' on a Dirt Road
For five years, Wildlife Women has been encouraging women to connect to nature and spend time in the great outdoors. Chapter leader...
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- Oct 7
- 1 min
#FallFun: Matewan Fall Homecoming
On October 8th and 9th, the town of Matewan will be full of even more excitement than usual, with their fall homecoming. The festivities...
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- Oct 5
- 2 min
Halloween Kids Yoga at Downtown Yoga
Looking for a Halloween activity for kids that involves a little physical activity and lots of fun? Downtown Yoga in downtown Williamson,...
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- Sep 29
- 2 min
#FallRecipe: Sausage and Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash
The team at the Williamson Farmers Market is always up to date on the best recipes! Throughout the summer, they shared plenty of great...
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- Sep 27
- 1 min
National Suicide Prevention Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. This important month puts the spotlight on mental health advocates and experts to raise...
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- Sep 24
- 2 min
#YoungEntrepreneur: Becca's Clay Creations
Local 14 year old Becca Robinette has enjoyed art and playing with clay since she was young. Two years ago, she saw people on social...
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- Sep 22
- 2 min
Who Does Your Nails?!
Kaylee Collinsworth loves how nails can help you express different parts of your personality. That’s what drove her to open her nail...
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- Sep 20
- 2 min
Can You Solve the Mystery?
Since the earlier half of 2021, Williamson Parks and Recreation Commission has been looking to bring a little more culture to the area...
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- Sep 16
- 1 min
48th Annual King Coal Car Show
For years, the King Coal Festival has brought a celebration of Appalachian heritage, culture, and music to Mingo County-- alongside...
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- Sep 14
- 2 min
Southern Academy for Mine Training & Energy Technologies
Thomas Dotson, the Operations Coordinator of Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College’s Academy for Mine Training and...
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- Sep 11
- 2 min
#LocalArt: Delbarton Mural Project
Local artist Matt Harris is helping to bring some art to his community, Delbarton, West Virginia. His wife, Christy Harris had the idea...
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- Sep 9
- 2 min
2021 King Coal Festival
Pride in Appalachian Heritage For years, the King Coal Festival has been Mingo County’s celebration of everything that makes Southern WV...
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- Sep 6
- 1 min
Women's Health and Wellness Event Hosted by Williamson Health and Wellness Center
Women’s health is an important topic. However, many women are so busy with work, family, and other things, they ignore their health....
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- Sep 5
- 1 min
2021 Coal Dust 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, Sep 11, 2021 marks the return of the Coal Dust Run/Walk 5K in Williamson, West Virginia. This fun 5k is a take on the popular...
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- Sep 2
- 1 min
A Walk Through Local History
Southern West Virginia is filled with history. From the feuding between (now famous) families, to the rich history of immigrants in the...
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- Sep 2
- 2 min
#LocalHistory: Blair 100
An Important Part of History The West Virginia Mine Wars are one of the most important parts of the history of this state. The Mine Wars...
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- Sep 1
- 3 min
Artist Chris DeMaria Presents: "I Come Creeping..."
The Battle of Blair Mountain was a key event in the infamous West Virginia Mine Wars, when thousands of striking workers joined forces to...
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- Aug 27
- 1 min
Fundraiser: Quackin' Down the Creek
Looking to contribute to a local cause while keeping a smile on your face? Then, you'll want to come out to the Belfry Volunteer Fire...
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- Aug 25
- 2 min
#InYourWords: National Women's Equality Day
The Nineteenth Amendment was certified on August 26, 1920. For those not in the know, it’s this amendment that prevents the United States...
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- Aug 24
- 1 min
#HealthyRecipe: Mexican Street Corn
There’s nothing like fresh seasonal produce to really make you appreciate summertime and nothing says summer like delicious corn on the...
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- Aug 20
- 2 min
Massage by Pam Mobile Massage Therapy
Feeling tightness and tension in your shoulders? Pain in your back? Feeling stressed during back to school season? Are you a business...
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- Aug 17
- 1 min
2021 Williamson Woman's Club Golf Open
Are you ready for some time on the golf course? The GFWC-WV Williamson Woman’s Club Annual Golf Open is scheduled for 9:00am on Saturday,...
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- Aug 16
- 2 min
August is National Picnic Month
For years, picnics have been a key part of summertime fun. What better way to enjoy the summer sun than spreading a blanket over the...
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- Aug 13
- 1 min
#SupportLocal: The Sunset Market in Williamson
The Tug Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting an outdoor vendor market on Saturday, August 14th from 4:00pm-8:00pm in downtown...
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- Aug 10
- 2 min
Keeping the Wolfpack Legacy Alive: 2021 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees
For 23 years, the Williamson High School Athletic Hall of Fame has honored the great athletes, coaches, and supporters of Williamson High...
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- Aug 8
- 3 min
#LocalTalk: Favorite Books and Current Reads
Everyone has their own favorite way to enter new worlds. Some people like going to the movies and falling into the land of superheroes or...
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- Aug 5
- 1 min
It's Time for a Block Party!
For several years, the Healthy in the Hills Network has been hosting an end-of-summer block party to bring the community together. “The...
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- Aug 5
- 1 min
Spotlight on Williamson Farmers Market for National Farmers Market Week
The first week of August is National Farmers Market Week! This is the perfect time to celebrate all that farmers markets bring to their...
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- Aug 3
- 3 min
#LocalBusiness: Sippin' on 2nd
Are you looking for a delicious cold beverage, but want something a little healthier than your average iced coffee from the drive-thru?...
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- Aug 2
- 2 min
Tug Valley Alumni Association: Once a Panther, Always a Panther
For many people, the high school they attended is full of important memories and formative years. Alumni of Tug Valley High School are no...
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- Jul 27
- 3 min
Big Laurel Learning Center: A Comforting, Welcoming Environment
“For over four decades, the community has cultivated a comforting, welcoming environment, living sustainably and at one with the earth,...
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- Jul 27
- 1 min
Guided ATV Poker Run in Matewan, West Virginia
Matewan, West Virginia is looking to raise some cash to replace worn out awnings throughout town. Rather than opt for a more traditional...
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- Jul 25
- 2 min
#LocalPhotographer Randall Sanger Featured in Outdoor Photographer Magazine
A Leap Of Faith Randall Sanger, one of the best-known photographers in this area, has had a camera in his hands since the early 1980s. At...
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- Jul 22
- 2 min
#HealthyCooking: Grilled Zucchini Parmigiana
Summer is the perfect time to pack your daily diet with plenty of fresh veggies and fruits, and Kristin Brewer DeBoard with the...
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- Jul 20
- 2 min
July is National Healthy Vision Month!
July is Healthy Vision Month! A lot of people remember to attend their regular checkups with their family physician, but neglect their...
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- Jul 16
- 3 min
#LocalEvent: Floating Down the Tug!
For five years, Wildlife Women has been a great way for women with a passion for the outdoors to get together to share knowledge and...
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- Jul 14
- 2 min
Dance Recital: A Night in the Museum
Yearly recitals from Debbie’s Dance Studio are back! In the past, Debbie Carlin and her dance students have danced annual summer recitals...
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- Jul 12
- 2 min
Running for Health: Kickin' Butt for Crohn's Jean Stanley Memorial 5k/1 Mile Walk
Growing the Race Since 2013, the Tug Valley Road Runners Club (TVRRC) has honored those fighting Crohn’s disease with the yearly Kickin’...
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- Jul 9
- 2 min
Dirt Days Off-Road Festival 2021
The Dirt Days Off Road-Festival is set to run July 22-25, 2021 in Williamson, West Virginia! The first Dirt Days Festival was hosted in...
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- Jul 8
- 3 min
#LocalCharacter: Jonnica Coleman-Bryson
Real Life Ups Jonnica Coleman Bryson is bringing honesty and inclusivity to the blogosphere! She started On the Daily blog in 2018, when...
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- Jul 6
- 2 min
Bravo's Bulletproof Vest
Recently, the GFWC-WV Williamson Woman’s Club was awarded a $1,000.00 grant from the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation Giving Back Fund to be...
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- Jul 2
- 1 min
Freedom Fest and Thunder in the Valley Returns on July 3rd!
Bringing the Celebration for 40 Years The Belfry Fire Department has been bringing thunder to this valley for 40 years(!), with their...
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- Jul 1
- 2 min
Spending Time Outside in the Summer Sun? Here's Some Sun Safety Tips!
During summer, It’s hard to resist the urge to spend all our time outside, even if we’re just relaxing in the backyard or on the porch,...
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- Jun 30
- 2 min
June is PTSD Awareness Month
June is PTSD(Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) Awareness Month. Williamson Forward spoke with Traci Kramer, MSW, LCSW with Williamson...
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