1. On August 27, 1921, the Battle of Blair Mountain began in Logan County. This was the largest armed uprising in United States history since the Civil War, with over 10,000 coal miners fighting against coal companies and government forces.

2. West Virginia became a state on June 20, 1863, and August 27 is observed as "West Virginia Day" to commemorate this historic event.

3. On August 27, 1890, a major flood swept through Wheeling, killing over 50 people and causing widespread damage to the city.

4. In 1958, a new Bridgeport High School was dedicated on August 27, replacing the original school that had burned down in 1953.

5. On August 27, 2012, the New River Gorge Bridge was temporarily closed to vehicles for the Bridge Day BASE jumping festival, during which thrill-seekers from around the world leap off the bridge with parachutes or other devices. The festival attracts tens of thousands of spectators each year.