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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 Future Archivist’s Guide to the End of the World
“Imagine a Historian in a Post-Apocalyptic Future Piecing Together the Strange Remnants of Our Era” The Ruins of...

Braincode: Hacking Your Mind for Success
In a world overflowing with distractions, stress, and an endless pursuit of success, the ability to "hack" your mind...
West Virginia Folklore

Hidden Haunts: West Virginia’s Lesser-Known Ghost Stories
Delve into the eerie tales of spirits that roam the Mountain State's overlooked corners, from haunted bridges to...

Mothman Was Just the Beginning.
Peel back the layers of Point Pleasant lore and discover the lesser-known, weirder stories that locals keep locked up...
West Virginia History

The First Federal Prison for Women: The Alderson Federal Prison Camp
The Alderson Federal Prison Camp (FPC Alderson), located in Alderson, West Virginia, holds a unique place in American...

West Virginia’s Unique Statehood: The Only State Born from the Civil War
West Virginia’s statehood stands as one of the most unique and controversial in American history. It is the only state...
West Virginia Travel

Treehouses, Trains, and Tiny Inns: 10 of The West Virginia’s Best Unexpected Stays
Forget about thread-counts and minibars for a second. We’re about to take a joyride through West Virginia’s most...

48 Hours in a Town with One Stoplight (and Zero Regrets)
A weekend itinerary through one of WV’s smallest towns, packed with big flavor, warm locals, and more charm than you...
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.

Lead Magnets: The Secret Weapon Your Business Didn’t Know It Needed
You know that feeling when you lure someone into a conversation with an irresistible tidbit of information, and...

West Virginia Custom Website Solutions: The Smarter Way to Build Your Online Presence
Introduction Let’s face it—running a business is a full-time job (and then some). Between managing customers, handling...

Modern Gold in West Virginia: Tourism-Based Business Ideas That Do or Could Potentially Work in WV
West Virginia, the Mountain State, is a land of rugged beauty, rich history, and untapped potential. Often...

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