1. West Virginia University was founded on October 2, 1867. This public research university is located in Morgantown and is the state's flagship institution of higher education.
2. On October 2, 1927, the Buckhannon-Upshur High School football team played their first game under lights. This was a historic event for high school football in West Virginia as it was one of the few night games played in the state at the time.
3. In 1971, the West Virginia International Film Festival began on October 2. This annual event showcases various films from around the world, including independent, foreign, and classic movies.
4. October 2, 1992, marked the day that the first phase of The Greenbrier resort's $50 million renovation was completed. The Greenbrier is a luxury resort located in White Sulphur Springs that has a rich history dating back to the late 1700s.
5. On October 2, 2014, the state's first-ever drug court opened in Huntington, West Virginia. The goal of the drug court is to provide an alternative to incarceration for non-violent offenders suffering from drug addiction. This program has been successful in reducing recidivism rates and helping individuals overcome their addiction.