West Virginia is blessed with the beauty of nature’s bounty. From the rolling hills, to the plunging gorges, to the rushing rivers and placid lakes, the Mountain State is home to gorgeous vistas and breathtaking views. But nowhere is that beauty quite so accessible as it is at the Coopers ...
“This place is a true gem for our state,” West Virginia Secretary of Commerce James Bailey said as he opened a press conference with Governor Jim Justice at Coopers Rock State Forest Tuesday afternoon. “It has always been one of the most visited areas of the state - truly one of the ...
As spring weather returns and people start planning outdoor excursions, the Coopers Rock bridge that accesses the scenic overlook remains closed for maintenance and repairs. The West Virginia State Parks System announced the closure earlier this year, with no indication of when the ...
There is still no official confirmation of the identity of the human remains found Labor Day weekend by a hiker in Coopers Rock State Forest. The Monongalia County Sheriff’s Department said they cannot release details on the investigation until an official identification is made by the ...
The Monongalia County Sheriff’s Office announced Monday afternoon it has suspended the search for missing doctor John Lawson Magruder, who was reported missing on July 27, 2022. According to a release from the department, search parties have searched over 842 acres ofCoopers Rock State ...
MORGANTOWN -- Becky Walters has gone through many shoes in her life. Not just because she is a business owner, a wife and a mother of three. No, most of those shoes have worn through due to her love of running. Especially as an ultra-runner. Now, she is bringing her love of running and ...