The WV Vibes Creator Awards Has Grown Into Something Bigger Than We Ever Imagined
Over 11,700 votes cast — tonight is your LAST CHANCE to vote before midnight
When we launched the WV Vibes Creator Awards earlier this year, we had no idea what we were starting.
What began as a simple idea — a way to honor the digital creators putting West Virginia on the map — turned into a full-blown movement. Over 11,700 votes have been cast from passionate West Virginians across the state, rallying behind their favorite creators, sharing the vote links, and making their voices heard.
This is what community looks like. And we are humbled by every single vote.
🗳️ VOTING ENDS TONIGHT AT MIDNIGHT — April 24, 2026
This is it. The final hours. If you haven't voted yet, cast your vote before midnight tonight!
🏆 The Finalists
Based on the votes cast, here are the top finalists in each of our six categories:
A WV Vibes Creator Award trophy will be presented to the winner of each category at the ceremony.
🏔️ The Mountain State Storyteller
Best Overall Content
| Rank | Creator |
|---|---|
| 🥇 | Jake Griffith — Korcle |
| 🥈 | Creepalachia |
| 🥉 | Dan Means — Appalachian Journey |
📸 The Appalachian Aesthetic
Best Photography & Videography
| Rank | Creator |
|---|---|
| 🥇 | Quentin Murphy |
| 🥈 | Lisa Lambert |
| 🥉 | Filminatix |
😂 The 304 Funny Bone
Best Comedy & Skits
| Rank | Creator |
|---|---|
| 🥇 | Dalton and Sako |
| 🥈 | Denita Barr |
| 🥉 | Babyt Sexton |
🍽️ The Wild & Wonderful Foodie
Best Food & Hospitality
| Rank | Creator |
|---|---|
| 🥇 | Jay Silverman — Have Fun WV |
| 🥈 | Jordan and Steven 304 |
| 🥉 | Matt Deal @jmdeal85 |
🏘️ The Hometown Hero
Best Community & Small Biz Impact
| Rank | Creator |
|---|---|
| 🥇 | Babyt Sexton |
| 🥈 | Jessica Martin — So JAM Fancy |
| 🥉 | Anna Halstead |
⭐ The New Peak Award
Breakout Creator of the Year
| Rank | Creator |
|---|---|
| 🥇 | Autumn Collette |
| 🥈 | Babyt Sexton |
| 🥉 | Dustin Holston — The Biohacker |
📣 Attention Finalists & Creators
Are you a finalist, influencer, or creator planning to attend the awards ceremony? Please check in ahead of time so we can make sure to have a gift bag with some special perks ready for you at the door.
If you'd like to attend or want to share a video message or quote on your behalf in case you're unable to make it, reach out to us directly:
🎉 The Awards Ceremony — April 25, 2026
The ceremony takes place tomorrow night at Mardi Gras Casino & Resort in Cross Lanes, WV, in partnership with AAA Entertainment's Glow Night at Louie's Lounge.
- 🚪 Doors Open: 9:00 PM
- 🎉 Glow Night Party: 9–11 PM (giveaways, music, prizes — scan the QR code at the event!)
- 🏆 Creator Awards Ceremony: 11:00 PM
- 📍 Location: Mardi Gras Casino & Resort, Cross Lanes, WV
- 🎟️ Admission: FREE
For full event details, visit the WV Vibes Creator Awards page.
Thank you, West Virginia. You showed up for your creators in a way that moved us. See you tomorrow night. 🏆
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