1. In 1845, the Virginia General Assembly passed a resolution to create a new county from parts of Harrison, Lewis, and Wood counties. The new county was named Doddridge in honor of Philip Doddridge, a prominent Virginia jurist, and congressman from western Virginia. Today, Doddridge County is known for its scenic beauty and preservation of historic sites.

2. On January 29, 1861, the people of Morgantown voted in favor of secession from Virginia and the formation of a new state. This vote came amid a growing sentiment among many residents of western Virginia that their interests were not being adequately represented by the Virginia state government in Richmond.

3. In 1909, the West Virginia Legislature passed a law designating the rhododendron as the state flower. The rhododendron is a hardy evergreen shrub that grows abundantly in the mountainous regions of the state and is known for its stunning pink and purple blooms in the spring.

4. On January 29, 1964, the state's first ski resort, Canaan Valley Resort, opened to the public in Tucker County. The resort, which features 47 ski slopes and trails, has since become a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts from around the region.

5. In 2019, West Virginia University basketball player Beetle Bolden set a new school record for three-pointers made in a single game with 10. Bolden's historic performance helped lead the Mountaineers to a 104-97 victory over TCU in Big 12 Conference play.