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 NAMES JASON WEBB AS NEXT CHARLESTON POLICE CHIEF

Friday, October 9, 2026

Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin announced today that she will name Deputy Chief Jason Webb as the next Chief of the Charleston Police Department (CPD). The announcement comes as current Police Chief Scott Dempsey prepares to retire, effective October 22, 2026.

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Capital Connector Project Moves to Construction Bidding Phase

Thursday, October 8, 2026

The City of Charleston is taking the next major step in the Capital Connector Project as the approximately $25 million infrastructure project moves into the construction bidding phase. The milestone follows several years of planning, design and public input, with support from the U.S. Department of Transportation, West Virginia Department of Transportation, West Virginia’s congressional delegation and community partners.

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Charleston City Council Approves Transition of Former Save A Lot Property to Mountaineer Food Bank

Monday, October 5, 2026

During this evening’s meeting, Charleston City Council approved a novation agreement to transition 748 Virginia Street West, the former Save A Lot building, to Mountaineer Food Bank. The agreement transfers the property to Mountaineer Food Bank and provides a path forward for the ARPA-funded project, including $440,000 in federal funding already invested in the property.

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[TO BE RESCHEDULED] Charleston Land Reuse Agency to Host Public Input Session

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

UPDATE - September 24, 2026: The Charleston Land Reuse Agency (CLRA) Public Input Session scheduled for October 1 will be rescheduled. A new date will be announced as soon as it is confirmed.