Welcome To Charleston, West Virginia

The Cultural, Recreational, and Business Capital of the Appalachian Mountains

Greetings from Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin

Welcome to the City of Charleston, West Virginia, where our people are known for genuine hospitality and follow their passions to make our city a great place to live, visit and invest in the future. Charleston is the capital city of West Virginia, and our elected leaders and citizens work every day to develop our city as the cultural, recreational and business capital of the Appalachian Mountain region.

Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin

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Recent News

SATURDAY, 1/11 TRASH PICKUP (MOVED FROM TUESDAY, 1/7) NOW MOVED TO TUESDAY, 1/14 DUE TO FORECASTED WEATHER

Friday, January 10, 2025

Due to forecasted inclement weather the Tuesday, January 7 refuse/recycling pickup that was moved to Saturday, January 11 is now moved to Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

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HARPER GARDNER APPOINTED TO WARD 15 COUNCIL SEAT 

Thursday, January 9, 2025

Charleston native Harper Gardner was appointed to fill Council Member Samuel Minardi’s Ward 15 City Council seat during tonight’s Charleston City Council meeting. Gardner was nominated and approved to serve immediately.

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MAYOR GOODWIN DELIVERS 2025 STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS

Thursday, January 9, 2025

Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin delivered the 2025 State of the City address during this evening’s Charleston City Council meeting. The address focused on celebrating successes, emphasizing the importance of critical investments [in housing, infrastructure, equipment, parks, and more], and outlining key projects and initiatives that will guide the year ahead including the Hearts of our Neighborhoods initiative and emphasis on community engagement and outreach.