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CELEBRATE THE HATFIELD-MCCOY MOUNTAINS RECEPTION
Written by Ava Kaiser | Photo by Sierra Worden
W est Virginia Executive hosted its Celebrate the“ Events like the Celebrate the Hatfield-McCoy Mountains Hatfield-McCoy Mountains Reception at The Reception are important because they bring together people 1910 on June 16, 2026, in Logan. The reception who are passionate about growing tourism and strengthening our communities,” he says.“ They provide valuable brought together business leaders and community members for an evening of networking and opportunities to build relationships, share successes, learn celebrating the people and businesses that work from one another and identify new ways to collaborate. Strong together to keep the community strong. partnerships help us create a more unified and welcoming
“ The event provided a great opportunity for business destination for visitors.” leaders from various southern counties to reconnect with Fekete is proud of the progress and continuous efforts colleagues and make new acquaintances,” says Debrina made in the Hatfield-McCoy Mountains tourism region. Williams, executive director of the Hatfield-McCoy Convention & Visitors Bureau. community.
He says his favorite part of working in West Virginia is the
Logan County Commissioner Diana Barnette says the“ West Virginians are known for their hospitality, resilience and pride in their state,” Fekete says.“ Being able to best part of the reception was the opportunity to network and meet new people. help showcase our mountains, trails, small towns and unique“ Being surrounded by like-minded, energetic, caring culture while contributing to the state’ s tourism industry is people is motivating and rewarding for me,” she says. incredibly rewarding.” • John Fekete, mayor of Man and executive director of Hatfield-McCoy Trails, highlights the impact of events like this.
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