All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

Stonewall Resort to host Independence holiday fireworks and festivities on June 29 and July 6

Weston, W.Va. – Stonewall Resort will host two Independence Holiday fireworks displays, complete with musical entertainment, food, and festivities, on the evenings of June 29 and July 6.

The public is encouraged to visit the resort and enjoy a sky full of vibrant fireworks on these dates. Visitors not lodging at the resort can witness these extravagant fireworks shows for a $10 per car park admission fee.

“We’re excited to offer two brilliant fireworks displays this Independence Holiday as well as opportunities for guests to enjoy special dining options, get out on the lake, explore our woodland trails, or play our championship Palmer Course,” said Andre D’Amour, General Manager.

The resort will host the first fireworks show on Saturday, June 29 at dark. DJ entertainment by Alex O’Neal will get guests moving and grooving on the patio from 8 p.m.-10 p.m. A featured menu will be offered to locals and overnight guests at Lightburn’s Restaurant, providing a breathtaking setting and a front-row seat to the fireworks show. OpenTable and PEOPLE recently ranked Lightburn’s Restaurant as one of the top 50 most beautiful restaurants in the nation.

On this night, order a meal a la carte or select a featured entrée and listen to live entertainment by Stalnaker Hill from 8 p.m.-10 p.m.

A second fireworks show will take place on Saturday, July 6 at dark. DJ Alex O’Neal will perform on the patio from 8 p.m.-11 p.m. for a night of dancing and summer fun under the stars. For an additional unique experience, the resort will host a Fireworks Dinner Party at Lightburn’s Restaurant, offering a dinner buffet featuring Appalachian ingredients and live entertainment by Chris Matheny from 8 p.m.-11 p.m.

Reservations are required for restaurants and other resort outlets during holidays. Independence Holiday dinner reservations can be made by calling (304) 269-8880.

Throughout the Independence Holiday (June 28 – July 7), the resort will offer a variety of activities for overnight guests, including face painting, lawn games, scavenger hunts, and more.

Day-guests and overnight visitors can purchase an Outfitters Pass, granting access to recreation equipment rentals, including kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards. Guests also have access to much of the property, including the restaurants, golf course (recently ranked by Golfweek as one of the Best Public Access Golf Courses in the country), marina and lake, spa, hiking trails, and bike rentals.

For additional information or lodging reservations, contact Stonewall Resort at (304) 269-7400 or visit www.StonewallResort.com.

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