Charlie West House

02/24/2026

The University of Charleston Marathon presented by United Bank is on Saturday April 11, 2026 to Sunday April 12, 2026. It includes the following events: Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K.

02/24/2026

You don’t want to ask yourself “what if” on April 13th. Sign up today so you can say “I did that” on April 12th!

02/24/2026

02/24/2026

2026 UC Marathon mood board!! We are so excited to share our beautiful city and its awesome people!! Come join us in April!!

05/01/2025

Charleston, West Virginia, has a small-town feel, even though it's the state's capitol. There's plenty to see and do in this vibrant city from nature walks to minor-league baseball to live music. Read on to find out the best things to do in Charleston.

04/02/2025

10/30/2024

From local legends to historic haunts, visit and earn prizes.

10/24/2024

5 miles from Charlie West House Coonskin Park
photo credit: Sarah Casey

10/24/2024

Charleston, WV is #1!

Discover the ten most affordable places to retire in the South based on economic and lifestyle criteria, including housing costs relative to the rest of the South; taxes; and the prevalence of restaurants, hospitals, and colleges.

06/19/2024

By protecting natural darkness, Watoga State Park inadvertently created a haven for thousands of synchronous fireflies.

06/11/2024

Summer is the perfect time for chasing waterfalls in West Virginia!

Chasing waterfalls takes on a whole new meaning in West Virginia with the nation's first-ever statewide Waterfall Trail. Waterfall wondering is the Explore the stunning waterfalls of West Virginia along the West Virginia Waterfall Trail to earn exciting prizes.