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Welch, West Virginia is known as a city built on coal. However, it is also a historic community in the heart of the mountains, where outdoor recreation, like ATV riding and hiking, are as abundant as the peace and quiet found on our safe streets.
Visitors will also enjoy learning about our diverse and storied history, which showcases the Appalachian perseverance that helped build America and how Welch, WV continues trail blazing ahead.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS, EVENTS & MORE:
WEEKEND COMPLIMENTARY PARKING AVAILABLE
Parking is now complimentary on the weekends (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays) at the Welch Parking Garage. Come enjoy downtown with safe, accessible parking...movies, shopping, the park and more!
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SUPPORT THE MCDOWELL STREET BRIDGE
The City of Welch is seeking federal funding for a street project to address flooding issues in the city.
Please click here to include your support for the proposed bridge on McDowell Street in Welch, WV that will span over the railroad underpass and eliminate road closures during high-water events.
Please include your email, sign and date the letter of support provided.
To learn more, or send comments to jason@cityofwelch.com.
WV Coalfields Cookoff The inaugural WV Coalfields Cookoff WV State BBQ Championships and ATV Festival, June 11 & 12th, 2021 in Welch, WV. The festival, hosted by the City of Welch, will feature the WV State BBQ Championships sanctioned by the Kansas City BBQ Society for pro pitmasters and backyard BBQ teams, as well as live music, including a battle of the bands, sponsored by Pinecastle Music and Bonfire that offers the winning team a recording opportunity with the label and cash prizes. Other events include family activities, a beer garden, a public BBQ tasting, and ATV contests. The WV Coalfields Cookoff promises outdoor summer fun for the whole family in a safe outdoor space. Click here.
