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Where West Virginia’s Voice Gets Loud, Clear, and Creative
West Virginia Media Lab empowers creators, small business owners, entrepreneurs and storytellers across the Mountain State.
Welcome to West Virginia Media Lab — part storytelling campfire, part side hustle HQ, and part “hey, you gotta check this out” travel guide.

We’re here for the stories, the hometown heroes, the small-town dreamers, and anyone who’s ever thought, “Could I make money doing this?”
Whether you live here, miss here, or might just move here — we’ve got you covered.
Learn how to start a business, find the best spots off the beaten path, or dive deep into the wild, weird, and wonderful soul of West Virginia.
This isn’t just a website. It’s a front porch view of the Mountain State.
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Wild, Wonderful & Beyond

The Hollow Earth Hypothesis and the Appalachian Anomalies
Ask someone from eastern Kentucky or western North Carolina about strange things happening in the mountains, and you...

7 Ridiculous 2025 Life Hacks (That Actually Work?)
Strange Internet Tips Put to the Test With Surprisingly Useful Results Introduction Life hacks are the internet's way...
West Virginia Folklore

Who—or What—Left Those Giant Tracks in Mason County, West Virginia in 1964?
It was January 1964 when the snow fell heavy on Mason County. Cold enough to freeze the pipes, but still quiet like...

Phantom Trains of the Tug Fork Valley in West Virginia
If you’ve ever stood quiet on a cold night along the Tug Fork—where West Virginia hugs up against Kentucky—you...
West Virginia History

Vanished in the Wilderness: The Mysterious Disappearance of Christopher Nichol
A Haunting Mystery in the Wilds of West Virginia In the autumn of 1984, the dense, rolling forests of Monongahela...

Mystery Airships Over West Virginia: 1800s UFOs in the Appalachian Skies
Introduction: A 19th-Century UFO Phenomenon Long before Roswell, before the Flatwoods Monster, and even before the...
West Virginia Travel

Discovering Pomona Salt Cave & Spa in West Virginia
Nestled on the side of a mountain near White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, Pomona Salt Cave & Spa offers a truly...

Pet-Friendly Travel in West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle (2025 Summer Guide)
Accommodations (Dog & Cat Friendly) Travelers with both a dog and a cat have several hotels, cabins, and lodges to...
Entrepreneurship at West Virginia Media Labs
West Virginia Entrepreneurs
Tired of the 9-to-5 grind? Or maybe just tired of being tired?
Welcome to the Entrepreneur category—where we cut through the fluff and get real about freelancing, small business, side hustles, and making money (legally, of course) in West Virginia.
Whether you’re starting a local service, diving into online income, or just figuring out how to turn that weird talent of yours into cash, we’ve got you covered.

Country B-Roll: Sell Rural Footage & Sounds for AI & Indie Creators
There’s a growing demand for high-quality, real-world footage and sounds that don’t look or sound staged. The internet...

10 Underrated Digital Download Niches That Actually Sell on Etsy and eBay
You want to sell digital downloads without drowning in a sea of planners and wall art. Smart move. Most creators aim...

The Appalachian Coffee Rebellion
Inside the movement of young entrepreneurs turning sleepy small towns into caffeinated creative hubs, one indie coffee...

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