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Whats good in West Virginia

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Don’t sleep on West Virginia — tucked between the mountains and the mist is a goldmine of underrated gems, homegrown goods, and Appalachian soul. From locally crafted skincare made with wild herbs to cozy cabin-core home finds, this list is your shor...
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Outdoor Activities

I have lived here since 2005 but became disabled in 2014 so I don't get out anymore 

 
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Its beautiful and peaceful here still wild
Valley Falls State Park - West Virginia State Parks
 
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The biggest farmers market in the state
Capitol Market: Welcome
 
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Goes through several states
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Restaurants

 
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I adore their Chicago style pie a great value at only 20$
Casa D'Amici
 
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Local steak house great atmosphere and food
Say Boys Restaurant – 1228 Country Club Rd #10, Fairmont ...
 
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Best lil famous local diner type American style food
Profile for The Poky Dot - Fairmont - Facebook
 
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Delicious we don't have a lot of options here
Kumo Japan of White Hall White Hall, WV - Order Online
 
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My favorite Chinese in Fairmont since the buffet closed in 2020
HAPPY GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT - Updated ... - Yelp

Ice Cream Spot

 
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Our famous ice cream spot right here in Fairmont biggest cones around!
Profile for Dairy Creme Corner - Facebook

Where to stay in West Virginia

 
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My favorite place to stay in West Virginia!
Hotels in West Virginia, United States of America - $51 Cheap ...
 
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The best hotels in Fairmont West Virginia
The Best 10 Fairmont Hotels from $52 - Cheap Hotel Deals

Appalachian Vibes Only: Stuff That Screams West Virginia (in a Good Way)

This section is for all the folks who know that West Virginia is more than coal and country roads — it’s homegrown pride, porch-sittin’ peace, and weirdly specific mountain magic. These are the products that channel the spirit of the state: rugged, c...
 
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Because in WV, a slow cooker is basically a personality trait. From chili cook-offs to Sunday dinners, this one’s a kitchen staple that just gets it. I use mine for soup beans and cornbread night — and yes, leftovers hit harder the next day.
7 Qt Slow Cooker | Stoneware & Programmable Options
 
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If you’ve never had a bonfire with cousins and half-burned marshmallows while someone plays Wagon Wheel on a Bluetooth speaker, are you even from around here? This caddy keeps all your s’mores supplies in one spot like the hillbilly charcuterie board...
Hersheys Caddy
 
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Cozy. Oversized. Camouflaged. It’s a blanket you can wear to Walmart and to hunt camp. I threw this on during a cold snap and didn’t take it off for three days. If you know, you know.
Blanket Hoodies
 
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A staple for every kitchen, hunting cabin, and garage workshop in the state. I’ve seen people run extension cords out to the barn for their Keurig. Mountain people don’t play about their caffeine — and neither should you.
Keurig® K-Classic Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker
 
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Even if you’ve never actually hiked the AT, this tumbler makes you look like you could. Keeps your sweet tea cold for hours and your water cold enough to scare your teeth. Plus, it’s a conversation starter at the Dollar General checkout line.
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Every self-respecting West Virginian has at least one — seasoned to perfection and never washed with soap. It’s the only thing my granny ever threatened me over. Fry your bacon in this and you’ll understand why.
Lodge Cast Iron Cookware
 
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You want ambiance? You want vibes? Put this on and let the banjo do what the banjo does. Works great for front porch sittin’, back road ridin’, or just feeling a little homesick in the city.
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Smells like a log cabin deep in the woods where your phone don’t work and your soul takes a deep breath. I light this on rainy days and pretend I’m tucked away in a cabin somewhere outside Fayetteville.
Sonoma Goods For Life® Mountain Lodge 13-oz. Candle Jar
 
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If you’ve ever tried to scrape red clay mud off your boots in January, this one’s for you. Keep the muck outside outside. I keep one by every door, and honestly? It saved my floors and my sanity.
WeatherTech 1'6"x3' Solid Boot Tray Black: Rubber Shoe & Boot Mat for ...
 
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Is it a little cliché? Yes. Do I love it anyway? Absolutely. If you don’t have at least one piece of John Denver decor in your home, are you really even reppin’ WV?
Country Roads Take Me Home Sign(160)