Economic Development

West Virginia trust invests in SensorHubb in push for tech growth, safer food

Economic Development David Sibray - September 16, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Jobs Investment Trust has made a $400,000 equity investment in SensorHubb, formally known as Fides Food Service Solutions...

Here's what artificial intelligence says about the future of West Virginia

Economic Development Bianca Bosworth - September 10, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — We asked artificial intelligence to plot a roadmap for the future of West Virginia. How can residents prosper? How can the...

Mills Group to breathe new life into historic courthouse in Martinsburg, West Virginia

Economic Development David Sibray - September 9, 2025

MARTINSBURG, W.Va. — Two of the most recognizable landmarks in historic downtown Martinsburg are about to get a second...

Charleston, West Virginia, joins program attracting remote workers with $20K incentives

Economic Development David Sibray - September 5, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Remote workers looking for a new home with equal parts city energy and mountain calm will...

Solar flowers capture attention along the Kanawha River at Buffalo

Economic Development David Sibray - August 4, 2025

BUFFALO, W.Va. — An array of five giant "solar flowers" is capturing the attention of motorists travelling scenic Charleston...

Thirty-three West Virginia companies receive award for global exports

Economic Development Clyde Craig - August 4, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Thirty-three West Virginia companies that export goods and services have been recognized for expanding into new...

West Virginia Explorer celebrates 25th anniversary with redesigned website, travel guide

Economic Development Clyde Craig - July 1, 2025

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia’s premier online magazine for travel, history, and outdoor adventure, West Virginia Explorer is celebrating its...

W.Va. Historic Preservation Conference set for May 1-3

Economic Development Clyde Craig - March 20, 2025

WHEELING, W.Va. — Hosted by the Preservation Alliance of West Virginia, the West Virginia Historic Preservation Conference, to be...

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