FROM THE EDITOR

April in our region blooms with new life. Color returns to our valleys, the chill of winter fades, and we begin to stir once more. Lewisburg is blooming with exciting additions: Bramble, Washington Street’s treasure trove of vintage finds and vinyl vibes, offers a cozy space that feels like home. Nearby, discover Rootelated, a one-of-a-kind […]
AN INVITATION TO DANCE: SENIOR PROM 2026

Spring may be known for high school proms, but the joy of a great night out knows no age limit. This April, the Greenbrier County Committee on Aging and the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine Geriatric Club are teaming up to host a Senior Prom, an evening designed for connection, nostalgia, and plenty of […]
ON THE COVER: BRAMBLE BLOOMS ON WASHINGTON STREET

VINTAGE FINDS, VINYL VIBES, AND LOCAL LOVE—BRAMBLE IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! By Lisa Coburn “We were very encouraged by the turnout of opening night. There were so many new and familiar smiling faces. We wouldn’t have made it this far without having such a wonderful community!” – Frankie and Fig Hawkins The little white storefront on […]
FINDING MEANING IN THE UNEXPECTED: THE ART OF D. RAY BOZIC

By Lisa Coburn Step into D. Ray Bozic’s studio and you quickly realize that nothing here is accidental. Driftwood, broken instruments, discarded electronics, feathers, and fragments of everyday life share space in what appears at first glance to be creative chaos. But in Bozic’s hands, these objects become something else entirely. “Whatever comes into my […]
NEW BOUTIQUE, msiJs, LTD., BRINGS BOHO STYLE AND VINTAGE CHARM TO DOWNTOWN LEWISBURG

By Debra Smith A new boutique offering distinctive fashion, vintage treasures, and specialty paper goods is now welcoming customers in downtown Lewisburg. msiJs, Ltd., owned and operated by Lory Van Buren, has opened its doors at 850 Court Street North, inviting visitors to discover a thoughtfully curated selection designed to help women feel confident, comfortable, […]
NEW GEM AND MINERAL SHOP OPENS IN DOWNTOWN LEWISBURG

By Debra Smith Downtown Lewisburg has welcomed a unique new addition with the opening of Rootelated Gems and Minerals, a specialty shop owned and operated by Sydney and Chris Stevens. The couple has turned their shared passion for rockhounding and natural treasures into a welcoming destination for collectors, nature lovers, and anyone curious about the […]
WHEN WOMEN GATHER, COMMUNITIES THRIVE

HONORING MAYOR BEVERLY WHITE AND THE WOMEN WHOSE LEADERSHIP CONTINUES TO SHAPE AND STRENGTHEN THE COMMUNITY. By Lisa Coburn The moment you stepped into the Family Refuge Center for the 4th Annual International Women’s Day Tea Party, you could feel it: a hum of energy, camaraderie, and quiet power. Women laughed, sipped tea, and swapped […]
OUR HIGH ROCKS HUB CAFÉ STEAM WORKSHOPS ARE BACK!

Funded by the West Virginia Department of Tourism Register for any/all of the workshops here: https://form.jotform.com/210744135957156*No cost to attend *Please note that several of our workshops are offered as a series. Participants are expected to attend all sessions in the series. STEAM Forensic Science Workshop SeriesApril 8th, 15th, and 22nd (5pm-7pm)This workshop is open to 6th […]
AN INVITATION TO CREATE: CREEKSIDE FOUNDRY OPENS ITS DOORS

By Lisa Coburn If you’ve ever dreamed of having a space to let your creativity run wild, without worrying about the cost of tools, materials, or the mess, you’re about to have your wish come true in White Sulphur Springs. Enter Creekside Foundry, a vibrant new makerspace where imagination meets accessibility. I recently sat down […]
ASTROLOGY

Your Horoscope According to AI: Let our robot overlords Predict Your Vintage Find & Perfect Vinyl! Aries (March 21 – April 19) Find: Scuffed leather moto jacketRecord: Raw Power – The StoogesFast, loud, and a little dangerous—you don’t do background noise. You’re the piece everyone notices the second they walk in. Taurus (April 20 – […]
THE AGENDA LISTINGS, HASHTAGWV.COM AGENDA |

March 28, 2026 – April 30, 2026 Saturday, March 28 Greenbrier Valley’s Greatest Hits (GVGH), 6:30 PM – 11 PM, WVSOM Student Center, 400 Lee St N, LewisburgUntrained Professionals, 6 PM, Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company, 862 Industrial Park Rd A, MaxweltonThe Joe Stamm Band (Country/Rock), 7 PM, Pocahontas County Opera House, 818 3rd Ave, MarlintonMatilda […]
LEWISBURG CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL APRIL 11TH 11AM – 3PM 2026

Save the Date for April 11th 11am-3pm for the 18th Annual Lewisburg Chocolate Festival!! This year is going to be the sweetest year yet!! WV Hospice will host the Chocolate Chase, be sure to sign up now at VisitLewisburgwv.com. There will be Live Music all day, Chef Demonstration by Chef Jean Francois of The Greenbrier, […]
CULTIVATED BEAUTY BY CINDY BENNETT OPENS IN DOWNTOWN LEWISBURG – A DREAM 20 YEARS IN THE MAKING

By Debra Smith A long-held dream has officially become reality in downtown Lewisburg with the opening of Cultivated Beauty by Cindy Bennett. After more than 20 years of envisioning her own space, Cindy has created a relaxed, luxury salon environment where beauty is thoughtfully cultivated and every guest feels truly valued. Cultivated Beauty offers a […]
TURNING WOOD. CAPTURING LIGHT. THE BRENNEMANS’ 50-YEAR LEGACY IN THE GREENBRIER VALLEY

On a windswept stretch of Dolly Sods, twisted trees cling stubbornly to stone, shaped by weather and time. Jeanne Brenneman once painted those trees, drawn to their resilience. Years later, a grieving husband and father would tell her that painting helped him keep going – one deeply personal moment that speaks to something larger. For more than […]
BARBARA NISSMAN RETURNS TO CARNEGIE HALL FOR NAUGHTY, NAUGHTY, MOZART!

Carnegie Classics Concert Series continues with Naughty, Naughty, Mozart on Saturday, March 7, at 7 p.m. Hosted by world-class pianist Barbara Nissman, a Steinway “legend” and a 2023 inductee into the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame, these concerts combine great music with informal chat to introduce classical music to new audiences, as well as inspiring and […]
POCAHONTAS COUNTY OPERA HOUSE WELCOMES MINOR SWING AND JOE STAMM BAND IN MARCH

March at the Pocahontas County Opera House will run two different currents through the same old room: one night built on fast strings and swing-era rhythm, the next built on road-worn songs that sound like they’ve been living in somebody’s glovebox for years. It’s the kind of pairing the Opera House has become known for — programming […]
FROM THE EDITOR

March is here, bringing with it the promise of warmer days, later sunsets, and that first official day of spring, even if our hills and valleys need a little convincing. I don’t know about you, but I am more than ready to shake off winter hibernation. And what a month to do it. Our communities […]
EVENTS TO LOOK FORWARD TO ACROSS THE GREENBRIER VALLEY

MARCH -Sweet Honey in the Rock ® Mainstage, Carnegie Hall, Lewisburg -The Joe Stamm Band, Pocahontas County Opera House, Marlinton -2nd Annual Penguin Plunge, Ronceverte Island Park, Ronceverte -One Night Only, Carnegie Hall, Lewisburg APRIL -WV Picklefest 2026, WV State Fairgrounds, Fairlea -The Met Live in HD: Tristan Und Isolde, GVT, Lewisburg -WV Songwriters in […]
GOOD DEEDS, GREAT TUNES: LOCAL ARTISTS UNITE FOR GREENBRIER VALLEY’S GREATEST HITS TO HELP FEED THE COMMUNITY

Around here, doing good isn’t just something people talk about. It’s something we actually do. Neighbors check in on each other, volunteers jump in to serve meals, and local musicians donate their talents to make a difference. In this region, showing up for one another is just what we do. And we get creative about […]
PICKLEFEST: FROM SOUR BEER EXPERIMENT TO VALLEY TRADITION

What started as a sour beer experiment has grown into one of the Greenbrier Valley’s most unexpectedly beloved spring traditions. Picklefest, the briny, music-filled celebration born at Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company, is heading to the West Virginia State Fairgrounds this April for its biggest year yet. If the past few years are any indication, the […]