AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoLive Entertainment: Wheeling’s sixth annual Resurrection Island Tattoo Convention drew an estimated 3,000 people and about 220 artists for a weekend of tattooing, vendors and live entertainment. In Clarksburg, the Warriors Rock concert honored local veterans and a first responder, with proceeds supporting VFW Post 573. Festivals & Traditions: Rowlesburg’s 18th Chestnut Festival celebrated the American chestnut with roasted nuts, vendors and restoration displays. West Virginia’s Bigfoot Festival also drew visitors from around the world, while Hinton Railroad Days marked its 60th year. Arts & Artists: West Virginia mourned Matthew Mosley, the Bluefield-born spoken-word artist, actor and musician known as Matt the Janitor. ArtsLink presented the group Ursa Major, and WVU’s PRT unveiled a wrap honoring a 20th-century West Virginian artist. Film & Heritage: The WV Film Team previewed indie horror favorite “Redhead’s” sequel, while the film “Adam’s Fire” showcases West Virginia scenery and people. Eight historic state buildings will share more than $490,000 in grants for preservation and continued community use.
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