3 Unusual Attractions to Explore in Wayne County
Are you looking for something fun to do this weekend? Check out these three unique Wayne County attractions.
- Heritage Farm Museum and Village
At Heritage Farm Museum and Village, you can take a trip back in time. The museum features exhibits, interactive folk crafts, and period actors that recreate life and work in pioneer Appalachia. Be sure to stop at Bowes Doll and Carriage Museum, a life-size dollhouse home to the country’s largest private collection of dolls, carriages, and accessories. You can even stay overnight in the Virginian Caboose Inn (a real 1930s Virginia Railroad caboose).
- Museum of Radio and Technology
The Museum of Radio and Technology in Huntington, West Virginia is a must-see for the radio lover. Major displays include a radio shop from the 1920s with a working crystal radio, a modern ham radio “shack,” and a military communication display featuring a “Gibson Girl” emergency radio. Check out the WV Broadcasting Hall of Fame with displays dedicated to Don Knotts, Soupy Sales, and Little Jimmy Dickens.
- Huntington Museum of Art
The Huntington Museum of Art has a permanent art collection with over 16,000 pieces including Caribbean art, European art, Asian art, and Inuit art and sculpture. The museum also boasts two outdoor sculpture courts and hiking trails. Be sure to check out the C. Fred Edwards Conservatory to see over 100 types of orchids and a glass sculpture by Dale Chihuly.
Not only is Wayne County a great place to live and work, but it also offers some unique attractions. Whether you are a history buff or art lover, there is something for everyone in Wayne County.
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What You Need to Know About the 2020 Ford Escape
The 2020 Ford Escape is here with plenty of great trim levels to choose from and several other features that will have you begging for a test drive. Here’s a quick overview of the available trim levels and some of the other most in-demand features.
2020 Ford Escape Trim Levels
There are five different trims available on the 2020 Ford Escape. The base trim is the S, followed by the SE, SE Sport Hybrid, SEL, and Titanium. There are three engine configurations for the Ford Escape based on the trim level you select. The S, SE, and SEL trims feature a 1.5-liter EcoBoost engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The second engine available is a 2.0-liter EcoBoost Engine. You can add a towing package to tow up to 3,500 pounds, available on the Titanium and SEL trims.
The third engine is the hybrid option which is available on the Titanium and SE Sport Hybrid trim level. It’s a 2.5-liter hybrid electric engine which features an 8- kilowatt motor and electronic CVT.
Entertainment Features On the 2020 Escape
There are two entertainment feature sets available based on your trim level. Lower trims are equipped with Fordpass Connect. This system lets you unlock and lock your car from your phone, in addition to other convenient features. You can also turn your Escape into a Wi-Fi Hotspot, letting you access your favorite media while on the road. Higher trims have SYNC 3 which gives you access to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The Escape is cooler than it’s ever been. Take a test drive today or check out our online inventory.
Explore the Fall Foliage Near Lavalette
If you love fall, “Almost Heaven” West Virginia is a great place to check out the changing leaves. Here are three places perfect for enjoying fall colors near Lavalette.
Beech Fork State Park
Drive 12 miles outside of Huntington and you will find 3,144-acre Beech Fork State Park in Barboursville, West Virginia. You can enjoy the fall foliage from one of the many overlooks on Beech Fork’s hiking, biking, and walking trails. If you are interested in enjoying the fall scenery for a few days, cabins overlooking Beech Fork Lake are available for rental.
Cabwaylingo State Forest
Cabwaylingo State Forest is 8,123 acres of heavy forest, making it perfect for enjoying the changing fall leaves. Cabwaylingo’s nine miles of trails wind through the mountains of southwest West Virginia, offering lots of places to enjoy the fall scenery. For a longer stay, cabins are available near the center of the forest.
Babcock State Park
If you are willing to travel a bit farther, Babcock State Park is definitely worth the drive. Located in Clifftop, West Virginia, Babcock State Park covers 4,127 acres of forest. Babcock is very popular with nature and landscape photographers due to its incredible natural scenery. Enjoy the leaves along Babcock’s 20 miles of hiking trails and be sure to check out the Glad Creek Grist Mill. If you want to spend more time enjoying the fall foliage, cabins are available deep in the woods.
Fall is fleeting but beautiful. Get out there and enjoy spectacular fall colors near Lavalette at any one of these three great parks.
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Safety is essential, no matter where your next drive leads you. Ford keeps you and your fellow drivers safe on the road no matter the road, weather, or traffic conditions with a wide array of safety features.
Ford Co-Pilot 360
The Ford Co-Pilot 360 system gives you an extra set of eyes on the road. It helps reduce distractions while maintaining good driving habits. This suite of safety features includes a cross-traffic alert that alerts you if something behind you before you back out. This feature is available for all 2019 and 2020 modes.
The auto high-beam headlights automatically turn the high beams off if a car is approaching from the opposite direction or there is a car in front of you. Then they turn back on once the road is open. It is available for all 2019 and 2020 models.
Add in the evasive steering assist for better steering support when the car in front of you suddenly stops. Evasive driving is available for the 2019 Edge.
Self-Sealing Tires
Nobody wants to think about getting a flat tire; they usually happen at the worst time. However, the 2020 Ford Explorer eases your mind with available self-sealing tires from Michelin. Avoid losing control from a puncture as the tire takes care of holes up to one-quarter inch in diameter in the treads.
If you are interested in the 2020 Ford Explorer or any of the other safety-minded models, stop by River City Ford today. Our staff looks forward to helping you find your dream car.
Named the best large SUV for families by U.S. News and World Report, the 2019 Ford Expedition is a large vehicle can tow up to up to 9.300 pounds when properly equipped. You might not think that this is a luxury vehicle, but learn what sets this vehicle apart from others in its class.
Quality Cargo Space
The 2019 Expedition has an impressive amount of cargo space, especially when compared to other full-size SUVs. When all three rows are fully upright, the Expedition boasts 20.9 cubic feet of space. Folding down the third row increases the space to 63.6 cubic feet, and folding down both the second and third rows brings the total to 104.6 cubic feet.
If you opt for the long-wheelbase option, called the Expedition Max, you get more room as it provides 36 cubic feet of space behind the third row. In total, you get 121.5 cubic feet of cargo space, which is the best in its class.
Spacious Interior
The 2019 Expedition seats eight people, although if you replace the split-bench seat with bucket seats for the second row reduces the capacity to seven. You can upgrade the seats to receive massaging front seats, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, 10-way power-adjustable front seats, and heated and power-folding second-row seats. You can easily get in and out of the third row, which is something hard to do in other three-row SUVs.
If you’re interested in checking out a 2019 Ford Expedition for yourself, contact the professionals at River City Ford. They can help you drive off in this vehicle today.
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The days of the square, gas-guzzling, and unreliable Ford Fiesta are in the past. Ford has reinvented the Fiesta and invigorated it with new life and an inspired new design that makes it one of the most fun and reliable vehicles on the road today. It delivers in performance, design, and technology.
Performance
There’s a little bit of a kick in the new Fiesta. The days of the sluggish, unresponsive boxy car are over. With the 2019 version, there is a powerful 1.6L engine standard. That means that when you push the gas pedal, there’s always an instant response. Combined with the power of the engine, though, is new electric power-assisted steering, which makes handling smooth as silk. To help keep all that power in check, however, there’s electronic stability control that senses any wheel slippage and corrects the issue.
Design
The new Fiesta pops with personalization. Impressively, there are 10 exterior colors to choose from and even the body style is flexible, with the options of a hatchback or sedan. The freedom to customize the interior and exterior make this a perfect starter car for the younger drivers at home.
Technology
The Fiesta is loaded with all the technology that is expected today. Appleplay is included for easy iPhone pairing and the Fiesta even comes with Alexa. All the voice-activated tech ensure a fun and safe ride with both hands on the wheel.
The Fiesta is a smart choice for any adult looking for value.
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3 Delicious Steak Spots Near Lavalette
You might feel overwhelmed when looking for a quality steak restaurant near Lavalette, West Virginia. Luckily, you can use this list that highlights three delicious steak spots you should visit when you’re in this area.
Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse
Located in nearby Huntington, the Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse serves authentic Japanese cuisine. In business for more than 20 years, the restaurant offers a variety of steak dishes, including filet mignon, New York strip, and rib eye, all served with soup, fried rice, or noodles and vegetables.
Logan’s Roadhouse
Found in nearby Barboursville, Logan’s Roadhouse is a chain restaurant that serves American fare. If you’re in the mood for a steak, it has you covered as it uses only butcher-selected, grain-fed beef. It prepares these steaks over an open flame with mesquite wood. Order the Onion Brewski Sirloin, which is a half-pound sirloin stacked on top of beer-braised onions and topped with crispy onions and garlic butter.
Main Street on Central
Located in Barboursville, Main Street on Central has been open since early 2018 and features steak, fresh seafood, and comfort foods. Try the 18-ounce rib eye, which is a 30-day dry-aged steak served with chimichurri sauce. Another option is the 8-ounce filet mignon adorned with thyme and butter. Each dish comes with a choice of two sides. Main Street on Central is open Tuesday through Saturday.
When you have a craving for a mouth-watering, perfectly cooked steak, the area surrounding Lavalette is the place to head for. Check out any of these three restaurants to satisfy your appetite.
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3 Interesting Huntington Museums
Museums are the perfect way to learn more about a particular area. If you’re looking for a way to investigate all that the Huntington, West Virginia, area has to offer, make sure you stop at one of these three museums.
- Huntington Museum of Art
Opening its doors in 1952 when Herbert Fitzpatrick donated his art collection of 435 objects and 52 acres of land, the Huntington Museum of Art advocates for the arts, education, and nature. Today the museum is the only nationally accredited visual arts museum this large in the Tri-County area. It houses more than 16,000 objects, a reference library with almost 27,000 volumes, and a coral reef aquarium. It’s open Tuesday through Sunday on McCoy Road.
- Huntington Railroad Museum
Found in Ritter Park, Huntington Railroad Museum is an outdoor museum owned and operated by the Collis P. Huntington Railroad Historical Society. It’s open free every Sunday from 2 until 5 p.m. from Memorial Day through the end of September. You can also schedule special visits or by appointment.
- Mothman Museum
Situated in nearby Point Pleasant, the Mothman Museum is based off the book a movie “The Mothman Prophecies” and houses the largest collection of memorabilia and props from the movie. Mothman and mysterious happenings occurred in 1966 and 1967, and the museum has eyewitness reports, newspaper clippings, and handwritten police reports.
Whether you spend a couple of hours or an entire day at any of these three Huntington-area museums, you can learn about the city’s arts program, check out the history of trains, and read about Mothman sightings.
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All About Ford Sync 3
Ford owners now enjoy the Sync 3 system, but what is it? This information and entertainment system keeps you updated on the road ahead while making sure you are never bored behind the wheel.
Using the Sync 3 System
You can access the system through voice commands and various buttons on the steering wheel while driving. The voice recognition system recognizes simple real-world commands. If you want to switch your music choices, use the voice command, ask for the source, and then request a channel or a song.
Features
Use the touchscreen to set the temperature for you and your front-seat passenger. This screen also allows you to turn on your air conditioner, heat, or defroster.
The Sync 3 system upgrades the original system and includes features such as navigation with Waze. You can also connect your Android device through Android Auto for better access to your apps, such as podcasts, streaming music, and Google Maps.
Pair the vehicle with Amazon’s Alexa system through the Sync 3 AppLink. The pairing allows you to access various Alexa features along with voice navigation and the ability to connect with your home device.
Updating Sync 3
To update the system, pair your Bluetooth connected smartphone to the vehicle. The updates happen automatically over your Wi-Fi connection on your phone.
Does the Ford Sync 3 system sound like the perfect companion for your next trip? Stop by River City Ford today and explore all of our cars that include this system.
2 Smart Touches in the 2019 Ford EcoSport
The 2019 Ford EcoSport is a subcompact crossover SUV that includes plenty of high-tech features that make your ride easier and more enjoyable. The four-door SUV packs in a number of driver assistance features to keep you safe and infotainment options to keep you connected. Check out these smart tech touches in the 2019 EcoSport.
- Infotainment
Stay connected while on the road with SYNC3, which allows you to connect your smartphone to your vehicle. Launch the Ford AppLink and you’ll quickly access apps via Android Auto or CarPlay. Listen to your favorite podcast, access Google maps, stream via Bluetooth, place calls, listen to voice mail, get live traffic and estimated travel time updates, listen to text messages, all by utilizing voice-activated controls. The 2019 EcoSport also includes USB and MP3 player connectivity. You can even connect your cell phone to the Emergency Assistance service and emergency services will be notified in the case of an accident.
- Driver Assistance
There’s no need to hunt for your keys in your pocket, thanks to Smart Keyless Entry. This feature unlocks the doors of your 2019 EcoSport once you and your keys are nearby. Rain-sensing wipers and headlamps turn on automatically providing a clear view ahead. Regardless of the weather, automatic climate control ensures you’ll enjoy a comfortable ride. Simply set the temperature and the EcoSport will maintain if for you. A rearview camera and front and rear parking sensors make parking a simple task. The 2019 EcoSport features high-tech safety equipment, such as a blind spot information system with rear cross-traffic alert.
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