West Virginia's got just one Goodwill outlet, located in the Morgantown area (specifically in Westover). It's a modest but absolutely beloved spot for Mountain State thrifters. Since it's the only outlet in the entire state, people do travel quite a bit to get here, and you'll see this interesting mix of locals and folks from farther counties all converging on the same bins. The scene inside is definitely friendlier and more laid-back compared to those big-city outlets – there's lots of chatting and storytelling going on while people browse through the bins of clothes, books, and various bric-a-brac. Don't be surprised if someone pauses their digging to say, "hey, I think this might fit you" and hands over something they found – that's just genuine West Virginia neighborliness at work.
That said, when new bins start rolling out, the regulars definitely know to get themselves in position. Things can get a little competitive in those moments (especially if something like a vintage coal miner's lantern or a bundle of hunting gear shows up), but it never gets too rough or unfriendly. Here are some tips: bring gloves because aside from that miner's lantern, you might run into some broken glass or rusty tools mixed in there, and bring your own bag or box for carrying stuff. Given the community-oriented vibe, lots of shoppers stick around for hours at a time, taking breaks and then coming back for the next rotation of merchandise. If you're a newcomer to the whole thing, feel free to ask how everything works – people will gladly fill you in on the Goodwill outlet's routine (for example, some outlets cycle bins on a timer or have specific rules everyone follows). And as always, if you don't find something today, tomorrow's always another opportunity. Fresh stock comes in constantly, and that treasure you're hunting for could very well be sitting in the next batch of donations.
