The news is out! The one of the starting line up of events has been released on the State Fair of West Virgina for 2010. This is the first major announcement for the most exciting event in our area. The fairgounds located in Fairlea is just a stones throw away from Lewisburg. This event is so much a part of our area, with family fun and entertainment, everyone looks forward to the event every year. State Fair of West Virginia - Events Center "Genuine Homegrown Fun" - August 13 through 21, 2010 Proud to make the first round of Concert Announcement! - Saturday, Aug 14th @ 8 pm: Rodney Atkins & George Jones - Thursday, Aug 19th @ 8 pm: Lady Antebellum - Saturday, Aug 21st @ 7 pm: Buckin' B Bull Ride Show followed by Justin Moore "State Fair manager, Marlene Pierson-Jolliffe, states, 'We're... 03/15/2010

    Greenbrier Valley Theatre presents the Musical Comedy "Damn Yankees" a GVT and Greenbrier East High School production. The story is a modern retelling of the Faust legend set during the 1950s in Washington, D.C., during a time when the New York Yankees dominated major leaque baseball. The musical is based on Douglass Wallop's novel The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant. Greenbrier Valley Theatre Performance dates for "Damn Yankees" are: March 18, 19, and 20 at 7:30 pm  March 21 at 2:00 pm March 24 through 27 at 7:30 pm March 28 at 2:00 pm   Theatre Ticket Prices Single Tickets:  Adults $24, Seniors $21, Students/Children $15 Opening Weekend Tickets  (Opening weekend of Mainstage shows only/Excludes Children's Shows, Special Performances, and PB&J Cafe)  Adults $21, Seniors $18, Stud... 03/15/2010

PASTA WITH A PURPOSE Reliief to the People of Haiti From the people of West Virginia March 27, 2010 5:00 to 8:00 PM Rhema Chrisitian Center Davis Stuart Road, Lewisburg WV 24901 Rhema Christian Center cordially invites you to participate in PASTA WITH A PURPOSE* Pasta with a Purpose* is a $10.00 per plate (kids under 10 are free) lasagna supper committed to raising money and tangible goods to assist in meeting the immediate and ongoing needs of the Haitian people through International Mission Outreach (IMO). IMO is one of the largest active mission organizations in Haiti. This is a community event open to everyone. We anticipate an evening of fun, inspiration, a silent auction, and perhaps most importantly, Lasagna. 100% of donations received during the event will go to IMO to directly ... 03/15/2010

The HospiceCare 17th Annual 10 K race will be held as a part of the "Lewisburg Chocolate Festival", April 10, 2010. The race will begin at the Greenbrier Valley Airport to Fairview Road and then to Arbuckle Lane, the race will finish at the Greenbrier County Court House.  Registration will be at the Greenbrier Valley Airport beginning at 8 am and will end at 8:45 am. Registration will be $15.00 if you registure before April 10, 2009, on the day of the event the fee will be $20.00. If you have entered the race before, no shuttle service will be provided this year for the runners. If running is not your piece of cake, you can try the One Mile Fun Run/Walk. This event will have a $10.00 registration fee the day of the race. It will start at the new downtown Lewisburg First National Bank a... 03/10/2010

  The Lewisburg Chocolate Festival is April 10, 2010 is going to be the place to be. If you are into baking and want to be a part of the festival. The bake-off will be held in the lobby of the City National Bank in downtown Lewisburg. The "All things Chocolate" bake-off registration begins at 10 am on Saturday morning. There will be several catigories Cakes, Pies, Miscellaneous and a Vegan, and 11 and under catogory. Judging will take place at 11 am and prizes will be awareded by a panel of judges. After the judging anyone can purchase a tasting ticket, they will be four samples for a $1.00. All proceeds from the event will to to support the Greenbrier Humane Society. For more information you can call 304-667-9877. To download a bake-off registration form or to get more information clic... 03/10/2010

Has Your Car Taken a lot of abuse this Winter, if so take it to Grillz-N-Wheelz ....the Auto Spa, located in Lewisburg, West Virginia.         Yes, it's that time of the year again....no I am not talking dieting and exercising.....it's time to treat your car to a spa treatment.  I am sure we all agree with all the harsh conditions this winter, our cars have taken a beating and deserve some tender loving care.  The place to go is Grillz-N-Wheelz Auto Spa.   Your car will get a complete makeover.  From inside and out it will be detailed.  The Grillz-N-Wheelz team will give your car a spa treatment that will make it so beautiful........The interior will be vacuumed, leather conditioned, windows cleaned, and carpet shampooed.  The exterior will receive the same kind of care....like, removi... 03/10/2010

  Concerned About Your Health? Want to Know More ... Attend the Mini-Med School at the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) in Lewisburg, West Virginia.    In just four evenings in April, you will learn about your heart, brain, GI system and lungs.  The lectures will be held at the WVSOM Main Building Classroom from 5:30 pm until 7:00 pm., on April 1, 8, 15, and 22.   Hurry Seats are limited.....call 304-647-6358 for enrollment by MARCH 26.   The cost for all four lectures is $20 and also includes dinner each night. You can't beat this ... getting knowledge about your health and a dinner for four nights for only $20 WOW hurry and enroll now!   WVSOM is a nationally ranked, award-winning medical school located in Lewisburg, West Virginia. Committed to providing students w... 03/08/2010

        Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg, West Virginia, is one of only four Carnegie Halls still in continuous use in the world.  The other three are located in New York, Pennsylvania and Scotland.           This week Carnegie Hall presents the following events:   On March 8, 2010,  at 7:00 pm - Carnegie Hall Film Series at the Lewis Theatre presents the film, Dambé: The Mali Project. Directed and filmed by Dearbhla Glynn, Dambé: The Mali Project follows traditional musicians Paddy Keenan and Liam O'Maonlai on a journey across the dry and dusty west African country of Mali. They're bound for a musical festival in the far north of the country, on the edge of the vast Sahara, but on the way they meet local musicians, perform for the Malian people and discover how powerfully exotic -- and endan... 03/06/2010

No it is not the latest romantic movie out of Hollywood. It is true we have two historic covered bridges in Greenbrier County. They are some of the true gems of our beautiful countryside. Both bridges are listed on the National Historic Registure and one is still in use today, allowiing vehicles to drive through the unique structure.     Herns Mill Bridge is located just out of Lewisburg. Erected in 1879 Herns Mill Bridge is a 54-foot long covered bridg. It spans Milligans Creek about four miles from Lewisburg. This bridge is a queenpost truss design bridge and there seems to be a little discepancy in the date the bridge was built. Some articles say 1884 for the date of construction. The bridge was bought by the county in 1884 for a total of $800.00 and in 2000 the bridge was reconstruc... 03/04/2010

      Sweet Grass Village Subdivision, 411 James River Rd, Lewisburg WV, Real Estate for Sale       Sweet Grass Village Subdivision     Sweet Grass Village is a subdivision, located less than two miles from the historical town of Lewisburg, West Virginia, you will have the feel of country living at its best.  Here you will find quality built homes with unique designs and floorplans....plus panoramic views, beautiful sunsets and sunrises.  There is only one home available now in this subdivision priced at $489,000, 4BR, 3.5 bath.  Information and video are below.         411 James River Road, Lewisburg, WV MLS# 08-211         Enjoy the peace and quiet in this beautiful newly constructed  four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms featuring 3,300 sq. ft. of living space.  Once inside you are standing i... 03/03/2010

  It is that time of the year again! It is official! Saturday March 6, 2010 is the day! Get your swimming trunks! The Polar Bear Plunge is on! If you are brave enough, you can participate in the event planned for Saturday March 6, 2010. The event starts Saturday at 1:00 pm so be on time. You don't have to registure for the event ust show up and you can participate, if you are so brave. The event will be at the Blue Bend Recreational Area swimming area. Bring your sponsors for what is going to be a great event. You can sponsor any amount you like and all proceeds are going to the Child & Youth Advocacy Center. So grab you trunks or bathing suite and get ready to take a plunge! With all the winter weather and snow this year you may see a real Polar Bear! Directions: From Lewisburg: Rt 219... 03/02/2010

  This Friday will be the First Friday After Hours Event for March 5, 2010. This event is held all year round in the downtown Historic Lewisburg. Every first Friday of the Month the event is planned and draws lot of local support. The local merchants are looking to put their best effort to their clients coming to visit their shops. Some will be offering refreshments for their guest. Some offer specials for the nights event period in their shops. If you are like me the resturants and great dining are a part of the evening to enjoy. If you have not tried some of the local eating establishments this is the perfect time to enjoy their great food. If you looking for good sit-down meal with great atmosphere, try Food & Friends. They have an amazing menu to choose from, something for everyone... 03/02/2010

    If you are a first time home buyer and are looking to take advantage of the $8,000.00 tax credit, time is running out! The first time homeowners tax credit is going to end on April 30, 2010. You have until June 30th, 2010 to close on the property, but must be under contract by April 30, 2010. If you are on the fence and don't want to miss your chance to get up to $8,000.00 dollars for purchasing a new home your running out of time.  Buyers must enter into a binding contract to buy a home on or before April 30, 2010 and close on the home sale by June 30, 2010. For purchases after November 6, 2009, the income ceiling to qualify for the full credit is raised, from $75,000 to $125,000 adjusted gross income for single filers and from $150,000 to $225,000 adjusted gross income for married... 03/01/2010

April 10, 2010 Downtown Lewisburg is the place to be! The 4th annual Lewisburg Chocolate Festival is one of the areas most popular events. The event offers great chocolate of course, but pleanty of fun for the entire family.  The Main event will be on Saturday April 10 2010 from 11 am to 4 pm. There will be over 30 tasting locations in downtown Lewisburg. Tickets for the event will go on sale March 8th 2010, hurry while tickets last! They sell out pretty fast with the event being so popular.  The events will kick off on Thursday March 8th, 2010 at Carnegie Hall. They are offering a class named "Chocolate for Dinner" that will be a delight to anyone who enjoys cooking. Saturday will start off early with the Chocolate Brunch at the Greenbrier Public Library. At 11 am the tasting begins a... 02/26/2010

I don't know about you but every once in a while something just hits you like a load of bricks and you think why didn't I think of that? I recently ran across this great campaign that is now nationwide and I think it is absoluelty great. I know things are hard for just about everyone these days and to me this is a great way to support your local community and most importantly local retailers. Everyone is looking for something that will contribute to help the situation get better and to me this is a great way to support the local market and local people in our community. If you feel the same take a look at this great idea from "the 350project" and if you are a local retailer, salesperson, or eating establishment. You need to become a part of this great idea and what a great idea it is. ... 02/22/2010

Once again Carnegie Hall in Lewisburg, West Virginia, is planning their popular winter fundraiser......................... Monte Carlo Night! The date for this fun event is February 27, 2010, and will once again be held in the Underwood Building at the WV State Fairgrounds. My husband and I attended last year's event, and what a great time we had.  The food was superb, the band fantastic and the faux gambling was so much fun.  We loved it all, and plan to attend again this year.     Show your support for the numerous arts and education programs presented by Carnegie Hall and enjoy a memorable evening of fun at Monte Carlo Night.         Don' forget to save the date ....February 27th...and come out for some fun, faux gambling and dancing as we chase away the winter blues.     **********... 02/20/2010

  It was 1970.  Like so many young people, I left West Virginia to take a job with the Government in Washington, DC.  After working 35 years for the Government, and dealing with the bureaucratic bull, I retired.  My husband, also from West Virginia, and I decided to purchase some land and build a home.  After purchasing a lot on a golf course in Northern Virginia, we decided that area was not for us and we sold the land......we did this twice.   It seemed something was calling us both home.   One weekend we traveled to Greenbrier County, and started looking for land.   We made the decision to build our retirement home in Lewisburg, West Virginia.  Moving back to our roots, was indeed the best plan ever.    Check out the below video and see why I am happy to be a "mountain mama" and enj... 02/18/2010

        The Greenbrier Veterinary Hospital now offers the newest technology, Companion Therapy Laser, that is successful in speeding the wound healing process and reducing pain and inflammation caused by common pet ailments such as otitis, hip dysplasia, and arthritis.  This Companion Laser is designed specifically for treating pets.  As our pets age, recover from trauma or surgery, or simply need relief from everyday aches and pains, this advanced technology offers drug-free, surgery-free, pain-free relief.  Call the hospital to schedule your pet for this exciting new therapy, or if you have questions regarding this therapy.   Since February is National Pet Month, the Greenbrier Veterinary Hospital is offering a 10% discount on all dental cleanings. Dental disease is a major cause of h... 02/15/2010

        Mark your calendar for February 19, at 7:30 pm to attend the Greenbrier Valley Theatre's celebration of Black History Month......         The Blues: America's Indigenous and Unique Art Form           Featuring the John Wesley Methodist Church Choir Greenbrier Academy for Girls African Druming and Dancing Group, and local well-known musicians and speakers The event showcases the history and evolution of the musical style called The Blues, and includes demonstrations and examples of the melding of African and American musical cultures and their global influences.   Admission is free and seating is first come, first serve.   Greenbrier Valley Theatre is The State Professional Theatre of West Virginia and is located at 113 East Washington Street in historic downtown Lewisburg, West ... 02/15/2010

          Duke's Pets in Lewisburg, WV, is owned by Kelly Horgan.  Kelly Horgan, a business owner from Connecticut moved to Texas to follow her passion and dream ..... canine training.  Everything started to fall into place when she enrolled at the Triple Crown Dog Academy in Austin, Texas.  Kelly's dream finally came to fruition when she received her Canine Trainer and Behavior Specialist Certification, moved to Lewisburg.....and opened Duke's Pets on January 2, 2010.   Kelly plans to open a full grooming shop in June.       Duke's Pets provides free training evaluations to help dog owners decide on the best training options that will not only benefit their dog, but will accommodate their lifestyle as well.  Whether you are interested in a behavior solution, Duke’s Camp, private instru... 02/11/2010