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B&O Freight Station in #GraftonWV
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B&O Freight Station Historical Marker
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad reached Grafton on January 11, 1852 and thus a railroad town was born. (A historical marker located in Grafton in Taylor County, West Virginia.)
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January 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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Battle of Rich Mountain near #BeverlyWV
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Battle Of Rich Mountain Historical Marker
In the spring of 1861, Union forces rushed into northwestern Virginia to secure the vital Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, protect important turnpikes, and support Unionists against Confederates. (A histo...
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July 7, 2025 at 2:47 AM
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#OtD in 1864: Capt. George Hammond (CSA) & Gen. Stuart were mortally wounded at Yellow Tavern. Hammond's home in #SpringMillsWV was used by both sides.

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Hammond House Historical Marker
The house you see, built by Dr. Allen C. Hamond in 1838, has survived Civil War and a 1978 fire. The 1860s conflict, however, brought irreparable personal loss to the Southern-sympathizing Hammonds. (...
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May 11, 2025 at 3:15 PM
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#OtD on 1971: The Arnett family bought the mostly vacant Waldo Hotel in #ClarksburgWV. Once luxurious, later a dorm.

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Waldo Hotel Historical Marker
This hotel was designed by Harrison Albright and constructed in 1901-1904. It is a seven-story 'Moorish' style design. Construction was financed by Nathan Goff, Jr. (A historical marker located in Cl...
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May 11, 2025 at 3:21 AM
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West Virginia is taking a bold step to protect its rich history with Senate Bill 71, ensuring that vital monuments and memorials are preserved amidst modern infrastructure challenges.

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Legislature advances Senate Bill 71 for preservation of historical monuments and memorials
Senate Bill 71 protects historical sites while allowing limited exemptions for transportation projects.
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February 20, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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On Dec. 15, 1904, Charleston, WV’s Wire Suspension Bridge collapsed into the Elk River. Horses, wagons, and schoolchildren fell into icy waters, killing two children, Mamie Higgenbotham and Ray Humphreys. A tragic reminder of the importance of safe infrastructure. #appalachia #westvirginiahistory
December 15, 2024 at 12:55 PM