West Virginia's 161st Birthday Celebrated with Murals, Hot Dog Sauce Contest, and Boreman Statue Unveiling
Governor, First Lady Justice celebrate West Virginia's 161st Birthday, announce winner of Hot Dog Sauce Contest, unveil Arthur I. Boreman Statue
WV.gov News | Thursday, June 20, 2024
By Staff
On West Virginia's 161st birthday, Gov. Jim Justice and First Lady Cathy Justice celebrated with various events, including the dedication of new murals at the State Capitol, the announcement of Paige Toney as the winner of the West Virginia Hot Dog Sauce Contest, and the unveiling of a statue honoring the state's first governor, Arthur I. Boreman. The day featured cultural highlights, including live performances and local culinary traditions, showcasing the pride and history of West Virginia, as reported by WV.gov News.