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Browse our blog to uncover the tales of Appalachia, from vibrant local businesses and exciting activities to one-of-a-kind attractions and more.
How to savor long summer evenings in Bluefield
08/01/2022
Summers in the south are meant to be long and slow. So why not savor the longer days with an evening in one of West Virginia’s favorit…
Explore Mercer County’s Newest Network Of Hiking Trails
07/20/2022
Mercer County is blessed with an abundance of open spaces and trails for hiking and getting in touch with nature. But, if you’re looking f…
How to spend a summer weekend in Mercer County
06/20/2022
The sun is out — and so is school — which means it’s finally time to start planning your summer getaway to Mercer County. A weekend tr…
Bramwell’s Tour of Homes is a storybook adventure
06/02/2022
This June, step back in time in Bramwell, West Virginia. This charming, small town located in Mercer County was once home to the most millio…
Celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week with West Virginia
04/29/2022
Mercer County, West Virginia is the Future of Travel During this National Travel and Tourism Week (May 1-7), there is more reason than ever …
Best Kid-Friendly Waterfalls in Mercer County
04/29/2022
When thinking about spring in Mercer County, stunning waterfalls might come to mind. Our area is home to numerous awe-inspiring cascades tha…
Pipestem Drive-In celebrates 50 years of movie memories
04/22/2022
In Athens, a small community located in Mercer County, West Virginia, the stars align every weekend at the Pipestem Drive-In Theater. Cars l…
Mercer County’s newest vacation home offers guests an Almost Heaven experience
03/31/2022
One of Mercer County’s newest vacation home offers guests an Almost Heaven experience. With stunning scenic views from the estate’s mass…
Four Best Spots for Art-Inspired Instagram Posts
03/25/2022
When scrolling on social media, you may notice certain trends when it comes to curated travel content – murals filled with striking colors…
Mercer County Artist Spotlight: Isaac Preston
03/01/2022
Trash or treasure? Bluefield native and Mercer County artist, Isaac Preston, has spent his life creating beautiful art from recycled garbage…
Five tucked away spots in Mercer County
02/14/2022
Mercer County is known for its famous off-road trails and iconic natural attractions, but there’s even more to explore once you get here. …
Our top moments of travel in 2021
01/11/2022
Top 21 Mercer County Photos From 2021 Over the last few years, we’ve learned to not take travel for granted. In 2021, the wide open spaces…
