For Your Consideration: The Remarkable Path of Leah Stansell
When Leah Stansell was just 13 years old, doctors told her she would never walk again. After a traumatic spinal injury, the prognosis was grim…until one night, in the quiet stillness of recovery, she says she was visited by an angel. “You will walk again,” he told her. “And we are giving you spiritual gifts. […]
FROM THE EDITOR
Summer’s in full swing here in the Greenbrier Valley, and if you ask me, it’s showing off. Sunshine, river days, live music echoing through the hills, and farmers markets full of fresh finds and friendly faces. This month’s cover story offers a lighthearted look at how we soak up the season around here. It’s by […]
FIELD GUIDE TO SUMMERING (SORT OF) IN AND AROUND THE GREENBRIER VALLEY
My roots here run deep. Generations of my family have lived, worked, and built lives here. This land and community have shaped me, and I’ve watched new faces and familiar ones alike make their own memories here. Whether here for a lifetime or just a while, everyone leaves their mark through shared moments, traditions, and […]
THE AGENDA
LISTINGS, HASHTAGWV.COM AGENDA | June 28 – July 31, 2025 Saturday, June 28 Youth Bicycle Race, Registration 8 AM, Race 9 AM, Corner of Virginia St & Elmwood Ave, Alderson Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, 2:30 PM, Greenbrier Valley Theatre, 1038 Washington Street E, Lewisburg Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, 7:30 PM, Greenbrier Valley Theatre, […]
Let our robot overlords predict what you’re bringing to the cookout!
ARIES (Mar 21 – Apr 19): The Grill Master Apron & Tongs You’re showing up early, firing up the grill, and commanding the flames like a pro. Whether it’s ribs, burgers, or veggie skewers — you’re in charge, and nobody questions it. Vibe: Alpha energy, turning up the heat Lucky Charm: A lighter that never […]
UNPLUGGED: RISING STRONG: J-MANE
“Everything happens for a reason.” That’s how my conversation with J-Mane began, and before long, I felt like I was talking with an old friend. Humble, soft-spoken, and warm, he carries himself with a quiet strength and a work ethic forged in fire. Raised in White Sulphur Springs, where he still lives and creates, J-Mane […]
Celebrate the 4th of July with Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company & Bluegrass Legends Richard Hefner & the Black Mountain Bluegrass Boys
Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company will be celebrating the 4th of July with local Bluegrass legends Richard Hefner and the Black Mountain Bluegrass Boys from 5-7PM! There is no cost to attend this event. Richard Hefner and Black Mountain Bluegrass Boys: Led by Mill Point WV native Richard Hefner, this West Virginia bluegrass ensemble, celebrating its […]
GREENBRIER VALLEY BREWING COMPANY TO HOST 5TH OF JULY MUSIC FESTIVAL
On Saturday, July 5th from 1-10 PM, Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company will be hosting the 5th of July Music Festival celebrating the music of the Grateful Dead. This event is all ages. Admission to the event is $10 at the door. Under 18 and Designated Drivers have free entry. Food options on site: The Hangar […]
Plants, Etc.: A Sanctuary of Art and Soul
When I first stepped through the doors of Plants, Etc., I was immediately surrounded by beauty: sunlight catching on delicate glasswork, bursts of color from original art and handmade cards, and the quiet presence of things crafted with care. From somewhere near the back, a warm voice called out, “Hi, come on in,” inviting me […]
May the Road Rise to Meet You, Patrick: Honoring a Legend of Traditional Irish Music on His Farewell to WV
For many years, the sound of traditional Irish music echoing throughout the Greenbrier Valley has meant one thing: Patrick O’Flaherty is playing. His voice and array of instruments have become a defining part of the region’s cultural heartbeat: recognizable, beloved, and impossible to miss. Alongside his wife, Andrea Izzo, Patrick helped shape The Irish Pub […]