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We want to highlight some of the positive things going down in town this week to bring a smile to your face. Thank you to all the essential folks and helpers who are serving on the front lines and supporting our community!

Fayetteville nominated as USA Today Top Adventure Town

Fayetteville is nominated for Best Small Town For Adventure for USA TODAY! We are one of the top 20 adventure towns chosen and you can help choose the top 10 by voting once everyday for your favorite small town. Voting continues until Monday, June 29 at noon. The 10 winning towns will be announced on Friday, July 10th. We are also proud to say this lovely image featured on USA Today is from local photographer rock star Molly Wolff!

https://www.10best.com/awards/travel/best-small-town-for-adventure/?fbclid=IwAR2B4Z6SIacg9dLbY8SpIKuE_MB0T1D3Lli_ZQHjJCV5dFy9jGV7_-vhkks

Peaceful Parade Mt. Hope

Our neighboring town, Mt. Hope is hosting a Peaceful Parade today at 6pm.

We invite you to join us THIS FRIDAY JUNE 12th at 6:00 PM in Mount Hope for a Peaceful Parade to support the lives of our black community members.

Mount Hope has been a salad bowl of diversity from the early days of the coalfields, and we are coming together to show our love for our community.

The Mount Hope Regional Band will be playing on Main Street beginning at 6:00 PM. We encourage anyone who would like to join the parade to feel free to begin meeting at 5:00 PM along High School Dr. and Virginia St.

Kindness Spotlight: #Loveisreal

Love has spread beyond are county with #Loveisreal acts popping up as far as Beckley and beyond. We want to shed a light on a local community leader, Chris Lawson. Thank you for launching the Love Is Real campaign with the mission of showing people that love is real and bringing people together. The message has spread like wildfire as acts of kindness have been popping up throughout town with many of the acts orchestrated by Chris Lawson himself. 

West Virginia Forest Products Cooperative Donates Table To Secret Sandwich Society

Join us at Secret Sandwich Society on the deck at our new table 40! This picnic table is made from wood commonly called “Red Grandis”. The West Virginia Forest Products Cooperative donated the table to help Secret Sandwich Society WV through the economic downturn.

NRHS Drive-Thru Pet Food Distribution & Donation Drive

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our community, many families who are struggling to feed themselves are also facing the challenge of feeding their beloved pets. To help area pet owners in need, the New River Humane Society will be hosting a drive-thru pet food distribution event at Tractor Supply in Oak Hill on Friday, June 12th from 6pm-8pm.

The distribution will occur as a no-contact drive-thru pick up, and individuals will be asked to stay in their cars as food is loaded into their vehicle by volunteers. For the safety of all involved, volunteers will wear a mask and gloves at all times. Those who are picking up food are also asked to wear a mask or mouth/nose covering of some kind.

We are also seeking any and all donations to help us care for the animals at the Fayette County Animal Control Center. Current needs include canned & dry kitten food, canned & dry puppy food, toilet paper, paper towels, disinfectant spray, hand soap, hand sanitizer, dish soap, laundry detergent, 30 gal (or larger) trash bags, and bleach

Rock Kindness

We are hosting a community art project at the Fayetteville Visitor Center. Help us spread the love by painting rocks with us. The rocks will be placed around the kiosk at the visitor center. We encourage you to create images that promote kindness and love. Feel free to write positive messages. We are hoping to create a rainbow of colors. We encourage all ages to participate. We will have a no contact rock drop off box on the visitor center porch. If you need access to paint and supplies shoot us a message and we can get you supplies to join in the fun. We will be collecting rocks all month long.

Fayetteville Farmers Market This Saturday

The Fayette County Farmers Market will be set up in the Fayette Courthouse Parking lot for this Saturday from 8:30am to 12:30pm. Come stock up on a variety of fresh goodies from breads to veggies and meats.

Chimney Corner Cafe Reopens Saturday

Just ONE more day until CHIMNEY CORNER CAFE IS OPEN!!!!! WOO HOOOO!
Please come out and see us Saturday, June 13! We will be open from 11:00 am until 9:00pm. We have Fayetteville’s own Randy Gilkey joining us from 1:00pm until 4:00pm. And then from 6:00 until 9:00, from Bluefield, WV, the very talented Lily Comer! 

It’s going to be a FABULOUS DAY!

SEE YA’LL AT THE CORNER!

New River Yoga Studio Classes

~Monday 7pm with Candace at the studio.

~Tuesday 9-10am with Candace at AOTG pool deck.

~Tuesday 5:30 with Geoff through Zoom.

~Wednesday 9am High Fitness with Sarah Edwards at the Studio.

~Wednesday 5-6pm with Janet through Zoom.

~Thursday 5:30-6:30 with Candace, Yoga on the Courthouse lawn.

~Thursday 6-7pm with Aimee Rise through Zoom.

~Friday at noon with Lila in her yard! What a treat.

~Sunday 9-10am Yoga on the Gorge, this week is Candace.
This class has rotating teachers.

Hope to see you! Our little studio is struggling, please attend a class or help spread the word. Thank you.

Town of Fayetteville Announces 4th of July Festivities at Heritage Festival

Make plans to attend the 4th of July celebration in the Town of Fayetteville. Looking forward to seeing everyone and remember to space out to protect each other 

Updated Restaurant & Retail List

Opening Status 6/12

#Fayettevillewvstrong 

We love our little slice of almost heaven and our community is what makes this place so special. Over the coming weeks and months, our favorite restaurants, shops, places to stay and places to play in our beloved town are going to see a decline in visitors. Our little town is dependent on tourism so we are especially going to take a hit. Our small businesses need us now more than ever. #Fayettevillewvstrong is a movement to support our town and community.

You can help in lots of ways: ordering food to go, shopping online, tipping well, buy a gift card, leave a positive review, or just spread the word about your favorite small business and the #fayettevillewvstrong campaign. We are an outdoorsy close-knit town and we will be utilizing our strengths. You will see more businesses utilizing outdoor spaces. Please be patient with us as we navigate new changes and try to keep each other safe.

1. Location

The Quality Inn New River Gorge’s central location makes it the perfect launching point for your adventures. It is the closest hotel to the New River Gorge and National River. It is s a short drive to many restaurants, attractions, and shops in downtown Fayetteville. If you want to stay like a local, the Fayette County Farmers Market takes place every Saturday morning by the Fayette County Courthouse off of Wiseman Avenue in Fayetteville. Guests can visit with the hotel’s concierge service team to get the best suggestions on eateries and fun in Fayetteville. For families staying at the Quality Inn, they can partake in many attractions near by such as: New River Jet Boat Rides at Hawks Nest State Park, Wonderland Water Park at Ace, and endless hiking trails in the neighbooring New River Gorge.

2. Onsite Restaurant & Bar

The Qaulity Inn New River Gorge has an on-site restaurant and bar that guests can indulge in for lunch, and it’s open late into the night. It’s favorite spot for locals and great place to watch your favorite sporting events. Just a short walk from your room you can enjoy everything from salads, wings and appetizers to steaks dinners. Elliott’s Whitewater Bar and Grill has it all with meeting and banquet facilities as well. 

3. Rooms

The Quality Inn New River Gorge rooms offer a comfortable bed, a flat-screen TV, a microwave and a refrigerator. Free WiFi and a spacious desk in your room will make it easy to get some work done, catch up on the headlines or check email. The Quality Inn New River Gorge is concentrating on additional cleaning and sanitizing measures.

4. Pool & Amenities

After a long day of adventures taking a load off at the pool is  is just what the doctor ordered. The hotel has additional amenities like a picnic shelter, cornhole, tennis court, basketball, and coin laundry all onsite.

5. Free Breakfast

When it comes down to it, the best things in life are free and delicious. Just one thing to make your trip more relaxing is not having to worry about breakfast. You can enjoy a variety of breakfast options ranging from waffles, muffins, crispy bacon, savory sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs and fresh fruit. We also offer cereal, yogurt, juice and milk (items vary).

6. Value

The Quality Inn New River is known for its value. Enjoy clean, comfortable rooms, and a convenient location at affordable rates. Take advantage relaxing at the seasonal outdoor pool and enjoy all the added amenities. The Quality Inn New River Gorge is a Gold Award winner for service and accommodations. 

Reserve Room

Tired of looking at the same four walls? We are ready to welcome you into the fresh air of the great outdoors with natures renewing energy. Fayetteville is a mecca for outdoor fun providing plenty of space for social distancing. The health and safety of our community and our visitors are a top concern as we slowly and responsibly begin to reopen. We continue to follow CDC guidelines and the guidance of the Fayette County Health Department as we move forward.

We encourage our visitors to be courteous as we adapt to new changes. We encourage visitors to avoid overcrowded trails and attractions. We are observing the CDC’s minimum recommended social distancing of six feet from other people; and, washing hands frequently and properly. Some activities require participants to wear some type of face-covering when appropriate.

1. Paddle Boarding Mountain Surf Paddle Sports

Mountain Surf Paddle Sports is offering “no-contact rentals”
You can call ahead at 304-785-4108 to schedule a pickup time. Please call at least the day before you wish to rent. Same-day rentals are not guaranteed.
-Go to our website www.mtnsurfps.com to pay, fill out a waiver, and rental agreement. (You can pay in cash if you have exact change)
– Come to our office/home location in Fayetteville – We will not be operating out of Water Stone Outdoors at this time (we will give our address when you make the appointment).

Measures being taken to ensure your safety:
– All of our boards, paddles, and pfds, and straps will be sanitized before you pick them up. Once sanitized no one will be touching them until you pick them up.
– We will have a drop off area you will place the boards, paddles, pfds, and straps where we will wash and sanitize them.
– We can do everything else online to ensure no contact.

– Small group tours (6 or less) – We feel we could remain socially distant on the water with groups of 6 or less. You can book a private paddleboard tour.

2. Mountain Biking Arrowhead Bike Farm

Arrowhead Bike Farm is a gathering point for adventurers of all kinds. Arrowhead Bike Farm is the destination for mountain bikers ideally positioned at the entrance of New River Gorge’s best riding and hiking trails! You can rent a bike and ride directly to the trails or bring your own. After your ride, you can enjoy outdoor dining on the deck at The Handle Bar with a variety of fresh local and national craft beer for after your paddling, biking, hiking or climbing adventure. Arrowhead offers riding clinics and bike tours.

3. Bridge Walk

Bridge Walk offers guided tours of the New River Gorge Bridge from the catwalk 25’ beneath the Bridge. Experience stunning views from the catwalk on top of one of the top 10 bridges in the world.

Bridgewalk is implementing new guidelines.

All guest must:
•wear a mask
•wear gloves
•maintain a minimum of 6’ distance with others outside of your group.

4. Horseback Ridging Equestrian Adventures or Cowboy Town

Looking for a unique way to experience the beauty of our area. Try a horseback riding adventure with one of our local outfitters.

5. ATV TOUR New River ATV

By nature, New River ATV tours are social distanced. They have modified their check in and sanitation procedures to comply with West Virginia’s reopening policies and CDC recommendations. For our guests, it’s the same great tour with minimal hassle. So get out of the house, hang out with your favorite guide, and see the New River Gorge our way!

6. Biplane Ride with Wild Blue Adventure Company

If you are looking for an adventure unlike any other take a scenic tour of the majestic New River Gorge in an authentic WWII Biplane. At Wild Blue Adventure Company you can enjoy the flight of your life. Whether you want a straight-and-level sightseeing tour or an aerobatic thrill ride, we can turn your dreams into reality. Visit the Flight Info section to check on available flights and prices.

7. Rock Climbing New River Climbing

Fayetteville is known for world-class rock climbing with climbs for all skill levels and great guides to introduce you to the sport.

8. Fishing Pro River Outfitters

With a variety of rivers and streams, the New River Gorge is a fishers paradise. Grab your rod and we can point you in the right direction. Up your game by joining a pro. Whether you prefer fishing with a spinning rod or a fly rod, Pro River Outfitters staff can help you perfect your technique.

9. Kayak & Paddle Boating at Boley Lake

Babcock State Park is just a short drive from Fayetteville and is home to Boley Lake. Boley Lake at Babcock State Park is perfect for a leisurely paddle adventure. Rentals are available onsite at the lake for paddle boats, canoes, and kayaks.

10. Hiking

We are fortunate to have an endless amount of beautiful hiking trails in and around Fayetteville. If you want to explore off the beaten path we can point you in the direction of some of the lesser-known trails in the area that are a real treat. Stop by the visitor center for guidance.

11. Water falling

West Virginia is known as the birthplace of rivers and with that comes lots of breathtaking waterfalls. On a busy weekend, popular falls can become crowded making it hard to practice social distancing. Stop by the visitor center and we can point you in the direction of some of the lesser-known waterfalls in the area for fun exploring. Some of our favorite waterfalls can be found on the Hawks Nest Rail Trail along Mill Creek.

12. Scenic Drives

Winding roads and mountain views make for great scenic drives. One of our favorite scenic drives is the Fayette Station Road Tour. This one-hundred-year-old road used to be the only route across the New River Gorge before the New River Gorge Bridge was built. There are wide pull-offs where you can stop and take in the beauty of this massive structure. Enjoy the history of the New River Gorge Bridge with this ride along the audio tour.

To access Fayette Station Road, turn right onto Lansing-Edmond Road from US-19 North. At ¼ mile turn right onto Fayette Station Road. Turn left at the fork. Follow the signs to Fayette Station.

We want to highlight some of the positive things going down in town this week to bring a smile to your face. Thank you to all the essential folks and helpers who are serving on the front lines and supporting our community!

Kindness Spotlight:

We want to shed a light on a local community leader, Chris Lawson. Thank you for launching the Love Is Real campaign with the mission of showing people that love is real and bringing people together. The message has spread like wildfire as acts of kindness have been popping up throughout town with many of the acts orchestrated by Chris Lawson himself.

Oak Hill locals hands out free pizza to spread love to the community

NRHS Drive-Thru Pet Food Distribution & Donation Drive

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our community, many families who are struggling to feed themselves are also facing the challenge of feeding their beloved pets. To help area pet owners in need, the New River Humane Society will be hosting a drive-thru pet food distribution event at Tractor Supply in Oak Hill on Friday, June 12th from 6pm-8pm.

The distribution will occur as a no-contact drive-thru pick up, and individuals will be asked to stay in their cars as food is loaded into their vehicle by volunteers. For the safety of all involved, volunteers will wear a mask and gloves at all times. Those who are picking up food are also asked to wear a mask or mouth/nose covering of some kind.

We are also seeking any and all donations to help us care for the animals at the Fayette County Animal Control Center. Current needs include canned & dry kitten food, canned & dry puppy food, toilet paper, paper towels, disinfectant spray, hand soap, hand sanitizer, dish soap, laundry detergent, 30 gal (or larger) trash bags, and bleach

Fayetteville Farmers Market This Saturday

The Fayette County Farmers Market will be set up in the Fayette Courthouse Parking lot for this Saturday from 8:30am to 12:30pm. Come stock up on a variety of fresh goodies from breads to veggies and meats.

Bridge Brew Works is Open

We are excited to announce that Bridge Brew Works is back open! They will be open Thursday 1pm-8pm, Friday & Saturday 1pm-9pm and Sunday 1pm-7pm.

Reopening of Bridge Brew Works Celebration with Riverchick Food Truck

Riverchick Food Truck is celebrating the reopening of Bridge Brew Works this Saturday Noon till 8pm and Sunday from 1-7pm. Bridge Brew Works is open again and Nicole we can’t wait to serve you a beer float! We will be serving our crepes, handcrafted coconut milk ice cream and the Tea Bar for pup-friendly outdoor dining!

Wanderlust Creative Foods Reopening & Giving Back

Wanderlust Creative Foods is opening up Saturday, June 6th. Any Healthcare professional or those who swore an oath to protect us shall receive a free appetizer. Though time have been tough, we would be more than happy to give back what you have given. Now is the time to recognize that even when we see corruption, not all have fallen to it. We appreciate your service.

Peanut Butter Pie is Back at The Station

Guess what’s baaaaack?! The best peanut butter pie this side of the Mississippi, that’s what! Available by the slice anytime, and by the whole pie with 24 hour notice.

New Yoga Shop In Town

Kula’s closet is open Saturdays from 11am to 2pm inside the New River Yoga Studio.

New River Yoga Studio Classes

~Monday 7pm with Candace at the studio.

~Tuesday 9-10am with Candace at AOTG pool deck.

~Tuesday 5:30 with Geoff through Zoom.

~Wednesday 9am High Fitness with Sarah Edwards at the Studio.

~Wednesday 5-6pm with Janet through Zoom.

~Thursday 5:30-6:30 with Candace, Yoga on the Courthouse lawn.

~Thursday 6-7pm with Aimee Rise through Zoom.

~Friday at noon with Lila in her yard! What a treat.

~Sunday 9-10am Yoga on the Gorge, this week is Candace.
This class has rotating teachers.

Hope to see you! Our little studio is struggling, please attend a class or help spread the word. Thank you.

Updated Restaurant & Retail List

Filed Under: Uncategorized

05/29/2020 by Tabitha Stover (Edit)

Opening Status 6/5

#Fayettevillewvstrong 

We love our little slice of almost heaven and our community is what makes this place so special. Over the coming weeks and months, our favorite restaurants, shops, places to stay and places to play in our beloved town are going to see a decline in visitors. Our little town is dependent on tourism so we are especially going to take a hit. Our small businesses need us now more than ever. #Fayettevillewvstrong is a movement to support our town and community.

You can help in lots of ways: ordering food to go, shopping online, tipping well, buy a gift card, leave a positive review, or just spread the word about your favorite small business and the #fayettevillewvstrong campaign. We are an outdoorsy close-knit town and we will be utilizing our strengths. You will see more businesses utilizing outdoor spaces. Please be patient with us as we navigate new changes and try to keep each other safe.