The Schoolhouse Hotel is White Sulphur Springs' first full-service boutique hotel. This exciting project transformed the former historic White Sulphur Springs schoolhouse into a hub for the community and visitors alike. Featuring 30 uniquely appointed guest rooms, an upscale restaurant/grill, a rooftop bar, and a flexible ballroom space perfect for weddings, conferences and...

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"A taste of community right here in Shepherdstown based on the flavors and heritage of Appalachia," reads Alma Bea's Facebook page. The space is large with plenty of gravel parking. It is decorated with colorful chicken graphics and serves food on cast iron-inspired dishes. I had been to this location previously when it...

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Good Times Mixes is a local Nitro business that offers dip mixes, smoked salts, wine slushie mixes and, to my surprise, coffee. Coffee is unique in that it requires a process to roast beans locally. So, when I saw this brand out in the wild, I decided to pick it up. They have...

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The Vault Downtown is a beautiful restaurant located in the historic district of Bluefield in the former Commercial Bank, which was built in 1895. Inside, there are white linens draped over every table and large arched windows let golden sunlight pour in. There is an air of sophistication that I was not expecting....

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Hill & Hollow is the latest concept from longtime Morgantown restaurateurs Marion & Allegria Ohlinger, who owned and operated a brick-and-mortar restaurant by the same name, as well as the beloved Richwood Grill. These folks are dedicated to local and seasonal food. They bring creative, unique takes on heritage-based food. I appreciate that...

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