11 Things That Made The ’80s So Great In West Virginia
Did you grow up in the ’80s? If so, get ready to take a stroll down memory lane. Here is a look at 11 things you will remember if you grew up in West Virginia in the ’80s.
If you lived in or near Barboursville birthday parties were always held at Billy Bob’s. To add to the fun and games, Billy Bob’s pizza is delicious.
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Growing up in the '80s, watching a movie at a drive in was always way cooler than going to the cinema.
Friday nights and Saturdays were spent doing circles at the local roller rink with your besties.
In the '80s, kids talked to each other. There was no texting or Facebooking. Communication was done by telephone while you wrapped the cord around your fingers.
Kids never complained about shopping at Hills because they were given a free bag of freshly popped popcorn to munch on while shopping.
The Globetrotters made repeated visits to West Virginia in the '80s. They always performed in front of a full house.
If you went out for a burger in the '80s, it was to Burger Chef.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, starring Mathew Broderick, was the teen hit of the '80s. Most teens saw the movie with their friends more than once.
People packed into Kanawha Boulevard to watch the sternwheels go by and to enjoy live music. The Regatta is greatly missed today.
Families headed to Huntington to have a family day at West Virginia’s oldest and coolest amusement park.
Who could forget parents putting Mr. Yuck on everything that posed a danger to children?
The ’80s were a great time packed full of adventure and fun. What’s your favorite memory from West Virginia in the ’80s?
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