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==History== West Jefferson was [[Incorporated town|incorporated]] in 1909. At one time, West Jefferson had the distinction of having the only cheese factory in the southeastern United States. For many decades, West Jefferson was served by the [[Norfolk and Western Railroad]], better known as the "[[Virginia Creeper Trail|Virginia Creeper]]." The railroad was the primary reason for the creation of West Jefferson, as the town became a major stop on the railway. With the decline of the railroad and the loss of textile factory jobs to foreign markets, West Jefferson's economy is increasingly devoted to the [[tourism industry]]. The town's location in the [[Appalachian Mountains]] has led to many tourists visiting the area each year, and many out-of-state tourists have begun to build cabins and housing developments around the town. Attractions include a [[West Jefferson Historic District|walkable main street]] with food, breweries, local art, a cheese factory, a vintage theater, an annual festival, a [[caboose]] from a train, and a children's playground.<ref name="Town of West Jefferson">https://visitwestjefferson.org/services/ Retrieved July 11, 2023</ref>
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