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

MAYOR GOODWIN ISSUES STATEMENT ON THE PASSING OF KATHERINE “KITTY” DOOLEY

Friday, October 3, 2025

Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin issued the following statement on the passing of Katherine “Kitty” Dooley.

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CLRA to Share Input, Seeks Public Input at October 7 Meeting

Thursday, October 2, 2025

The Charleston Land Reuse Agency (CLRA) will host a public meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Element Edge (1611 4th Avenue) to update residents on its work to return vacant, abandoned, and dilapidated properties to productive use. The meeting will include a brief presentation on current projects and programs, followed by an opportunity for residents to speak directly with CLRA board members and staff.

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2025 REGATTA MAKES WAVES WITH $40.1M ECONOMIC IMPACT

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin, together with the Sternwheel Regatta Commission and the Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), announced that the 2025 Charleston Sternwheel Regatta generated $40.1M in total economic impact, welcomed an estimated 225,000 attendees [with 26% traveling from more than 50 miles and 78% of these visitors coming from out of state], and that the event will return July 2-5, 2026, coinciding with America’s 250th birthday.

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MAYOR AMY SHULER GOODWIN APPOINTED PRESIDENT OF THE WEST VIRGINIA MUNICIPAL LEAGUE EXECUTIVE BOARD

Monday, August 11, 2025

Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin has been appointed President of the West Virginia Municipal League (WVML) Executive Board, a one-year term selected by her peers from across the state in recognition of her leadership, innovation, and commitment to strengthening communities. In this role, she will help guide the League’s efforts to support municipal governments through advocacy, education, and collaboration.