history – Love, Marion

In this blog series, Up, Close and Personal, we’re going to answer some of – what I’m sure are- your most burning…

Happy Birthday, Marion County! January was a big deal for Marion County and ultimately, West Virginia. With the capital seat in Charleston,…

How much do you know about the “Father of West Virginia” besides this often-used designation? Below are 45 facts about one of…

If you listen closely, you can almost hear the faint beat of a Civil War snare drum echoing across the rolling hills…

Two Indians and a single settler. That’s how the story of Marion County began. The day David Morgan walked to his fields…

When driving into Marion County off the Gateway Connector, you may notice an extra-large American flag. That flag isn’t the only patriotic…

Marion County may be famous for pepperoni rolls, but this area has produced much more than bread and meat—it boasts a long…

Take a Marion County Genealogy Road Trip Plan a genealogy road trip this summer if your family has roots in Marion County.…

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