Local Beat: Gypsies on the Move.

Popular local music duo, Shane and Lynda Allen with Rivertown Gypsies, will soon be on the move and heading East. They are moving out of the valley and over to Norfolk, Virginia. For the past four years, Shane and Lynda have played every First Friday at the Irish Pub in downtown Lewisburg. They describe their […]

Unobstructed View: Stockyard Parade

Make plans to see classic rock band, Stockyard Parade this Fall. Most recently performing at Carnegie Hall’s Ivy Terrace concert series, their upcoming shows include Moncove Lake State Park in Gap Mills on Friday, August 3; the Water Festival in Hinton on Saturday, August 4th; and Hill and Holler in Lewisburg on Saturday, October 13th. […]

In the Neighborhood: Behind the Kettle Corn at WV State Fair

Enjoy 10 days of fun at the WV State Fair beginning Thursday, August 9th through Saturday the 18th. You’ll have memorable fun with Grandstand concerts (see AGENDA), performances on Sprint Center Stage, carnival rides, livestock and garden competitions, a variety of contests, and an abundance of fair food from cinnamon rolls to the famous Mountaineer […]

In the Spirit: Red Hot Summer Reds. by Ginger LaSalle.

During the heat of August many reach for a well-chilled glass of white wine or rosé, however always reaching for the same wines can be tiresome.  In your cellar or on the shelves at your local wine shop you can find wonderful reds to be enjoyed during the warm summer as well to give your […]

Mountain Music Trail: Hot Music on the Trail. by Gibbs Kinderman.

This has been the hottest Summer in many years – and August is usually the hottest month of all. We can’t predict the weather, but we can assure you there will be a lot of hot music up and down the Mountain Music Trail this month. August begins with the “Pickin’ in Parsons” Bluegrass Festival […]

DJ/Karaoke Nights at Sweet Shoppe!

This August, don’t miss Karaoke w/ DJ Swerv’n Irvine every Thursday night; and DJ Kidd every Friday night! The Sweet Shoppe is located at 125 W. Washington St. in downtown Lewisburg.

Wash Away your Worries @ Honky Tonk Laundry!

Written by the man who brought you The Marvelous Wonderettes, Greenbrier Valley Theatre (GVT) in downtown Lewisburg delivers a country-western celebration bringing together two women determined to have a good time. Wash your worries away as they will keep you entertained with great hits like “Stand By Your Man,” “These Boots Were Made for Walkin’” […]

Carnegie Hall Celebrates 35 Years!

The 2018-2019 Mainstage Season marks Carnegie Hall’s 35th year of presenting world-class arts programming in historic Lewisburg. From September to May, the Hall will feature an array of genres from symphonic music to comedic theater and Americana to jazz. This season is an eclectic celebration of the Hall’s commitment to its mission, which is to […]

Friday, Aug 3: Cheers to Beer Day at Landings!

International Beer Day is a global celebration of beer, taking place in restaurants, pubs, breweries, and backyards all over the world. It’s a day for beer lovers everywhere to raise a toast to our brewers and bartenders and rejoice in the greatness of beer. Landing’s Restaurant in Lewisburg invites you to celebrate the occasion on […]

Sept 1 & 2: Watoga Art in the Park!

Bringing together artists and the great outdoors for another year, Watoga Art in the Park is slated for Labor Day weekend in West Virginia’s oldest and largest state park, Watoga State Park in Pocahontas County. From Saturday, September 1st to Sunday, Sept 2, there will be 8 professional artists instructing 22 workshops, nature walks, an […]

Celebrate 35 years of Carnegie Hall with Hashtag Lewisburg this August!

Celebrate 35 years of Carnegie Hall with Hashtag Lewisburg this August! The 2018-2019 Mainstage Season marks Carnegie Hall’s 35th year of presenting world-class arts programming in historic Lewisburg, WV. From September to May, the Hall will feature an array of genres from symphonic music to comedic theater and Americana to jazz. This season is an […]

Life Unhinged: How to Raise a Family in 10 Easy Steps.

Babies crying in the wee hours of the morning, interrupted schedules, mysterious messes, things always getting lost or broken, fantastic tales explaining no longer functioning machinery, teenagers out way past curfew. These are just a few of the excitements awaiting those star-struck adventurers intent on marriage and family. The task of parenting often seems impossible, […]

Mountain Scene: Women of Washington Street in Service

When I say, “service” you say…………. ? Look up the word and many definitions will surface. My favorite definition is “service: the contribution to the welfare of others”. Service is everywhere in our daily lives, yet it takes ritual and social pressure for many of us to acknowledge, appreciate and demonstrate gratitude for so many […]

Local Eats: The Heart of Mexico in Lewisburg

You don’t have to travel to the heart of Mexico for fine Mexican cuisine; you need only travel to Carlito’s Mexican Restaurant in Lewisburg, WV. Carlito’s has brought the heart of Mexico to us. From their families to ours, they brought the heart and soul, the pride and love of Mexico to us… and it […]

My Dog & I: The Real Story.

We have a new dog, and he is so sweet! We are having so much fun with him and he is such a good dog – mostly – except for the biting and he does growl at us when we try to pick up his food but it’s not his fault because he was tied […]

WV Artist on Display: Back to Earth Concepts w/ Black Cat & Blossom

After graduating with a BS in International Studies from Queens University of Charlotte, Jennifer Sprouse’s worldly interests took a deviated turn to focus on herbalism and remedies from around the globe. As a dabbler in the arts and a nature enthusiast, she eventually found a way to combine her multitude of interests to start a […]

Mountain Scene: Women of Washington Street – The Woman Behind HashtagWV

Christina Entenmann, Editor-in-Chief of HASHTAGWV expresses ingenuity, creativity, service, and dedication every day and every month with her work with National Apprentice Day and HASHTAG WV. Christina shared her thoughts with me on service, business, and personal subjects this month. So why “LB Spy”? Not the name necessarily but your creative concept and drive? The […]

Adopt Me: Seeking a Forever Home.

Introducing Vivian – Vivian is a super sweet, 4-year-old girl who gave birth to 3 babies in March.  Now that her babies are weaned and have been adopted, it’s Vivian’s turn to find her forever home.  She is spayed and current on all vaccinations.  She tested negative for Feline Aids and Leukemia and has been […]

Guns and Cornbread: Old Dogs

Blessed is the person who has earned the love of an old dog.” — Sydney Jeanne Seward The brown pointer trembled as I reached down to release her from the leash. The wind was coming up pretty good and her ears tousled back as she leaned forward and tested the air with that reddish nose. […]

Groovy Highway: Planting the American Dream

Amato Tassa is an ancestor of mine. I believe him to be my great great uncle on the paternal side of my family. He would be my father’s father’s uncle. My granpa, Vincent Amato Tassa’s uncle… I think. Either way, I’m a direct descendant of Uncle Amato. Uncle Amato emigrated to America from Naples, Italy […]