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Fall into Wonder at the Freshwater Folk Festival

The 19th annual Freshwater Folk Festival is back! Presented by the Friends of the White Sulphur Springs National Fish Hatchery, it takes place Saturday, September 6, from 10 AM to 3 PM. Free to attend thanks to the Greenbrier County Commission’s Arts and Recreation Fund, the West Virginia Department of Art, Culture, and History’s Fairs […]

Let Our Robot Overlords Predict Your WV State Fair Vibe!

Aries (March 21 – April 19) Your Fair Vibe: First in line, every time.You’re racing to the biggest ride on the fairgrounds before the gates even open. Whether it’s the Zipper, Drop Tower, or mechanical bull, you’re in it for the adrenaline — and maybe a corndog or two after. Taurus (April 20 – May […]

The Agenda: July 26 – August 31

Saturday, July 26: Williamsburg Community Fair, Williamsburg Jonah Carden Live, 6 PM, Greenbrier Valley Brewing Company, 862 Industrial Park Road, Maxwelton Courthouse Farmers Market, 8 AM, Robert C. Byrd Clinic Parking Lot, Lewisburg Sunday, July 27: Farm to Sunday Brunch, 10 AM, Mountain Table, 24140 Seneca Trail N, Renick Tuesday, July 29: Tighe Neil Music […]

The Heart Speaks: The Transformative Work of Author K. Bird 

In a world buzzing with noise, disconnection, and distraction, author K. Bird offers something radically grounding: the chance to slow down, reconnect with the heart, and rediscover purpose, self-love, and community.  With over 20 years of experience as a licensed professional mental health counselor and registered expressive arts therapist, Bird is the founder of One […]

TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE FOR CARNEGIE HALL’S Fantasy Gala at the GREENBRIER

Tickets are now on sale for Carnegie Hall’s Fantasy Gala – An Old Hollywood Gala: A Night of Glitz and Glamour which is scheduled to take place Saturday, August 23, at 6 p.m. in Colonial Hall at The Greenbrier. Tickets are $250 per person, and tables for 10 are available for $2,500. Ticket sales end […]

Mountain Wubz: EDM Finds a Home in the Hills

From August 7 to 10, something new and electric is coming to 550 Reynolds Road in Monroe County. Mountain Wubz, a brand-new electronic dance music (EDM) festival, is making its debut, and it’s not just about the beats. Hosted by a local family with a shared dream, the event is designed to celebrate connection, creativity, […]

From the Editor

Exciting things are afoot in the Valley! August is shaping up to be a whirlwind of music, celebration, and community magic. As summer slowly winds down (we’re not ready either!), now’s the time to soak up every last drop of sunshine, sweet tunes, and small-town charm the Greenbrier Valley has to offer. Whether you’re basking […]

See Through the Illusion: Exploring Energy, Healing, and the Soul

An Energy Conference that will focus on how we as individuals can “See through the Illusion” will take place at 10716 Hollywood Glace Road, Union, WV on Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm. Those interested in attending this conference or who want more information can contact Carol at: merriamna@msn.com, call (484) […]

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 […]