West Virginia Tourism Leadership Change | Charleston News

Charleston West Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

West Virginia’s outgoing Tourism Secretary, Chelsea Ruby, is stepping down at the end of July, with Governor Patrick Morrisey praising her leadership and the surge in tourism under her watch. Curtis Capehart, the Governor’s Director of Policy, will take over as Acting Secretary starting August 1st — a move designed to keep momentum going as the state continues to attract visitors nationwide and abroad. Capehart, familiar with tourism operations, will serve temporarily while a permanent replacement is sought. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…