1. On July 16, 1861, the Battle of Corrick's Ford took place in Tucker County during the Civil War. Union forces, led by General Thomas Morris, successfully defeated Confederate troops in a surprise attack, despite being outnumbered.

2. The Tucker County Fair, one of the oldest county fairs in West Virginia, often begins on July 16. The fair has been held annually since 1892 and features livestock exhibitions, carnival rides, games, and live entertainment.

3. In 1934, Minnehaha Springs in Pocahontas County was officially declared a national forest recreation area. The site is named after a legendary Native American princess and is known for its natural beauty and mineral springs.

4. On July 16, 1955, the town of Glen Dale in Marshall County received its official charter from the state of West Virginia. Today, the community is home to several churches, a community center, and the former West Virginia Penitentiary training academy.

5. The West Virginia State Police Museum, located in Dunbar, Kanawha County, was dedicated on July 16, 2006. The museum displays artifacts and memorabilia from the history of the state police, including uniforms, equipment, and vehicles.