June 1, 2017 – West Virginia Executive Magazine

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Upshur County Development Authority Launches New Website

Business NewsBy cyndee June 1, 2017 Leave a comment

The Upshur County Development Authority has launched a new website for businesses looking to start, expand or relocate in Upshur County, West Virginia. “From labor force to location, we want everyone to know why they should choose Upshur County, and we believe this new tool will help us achieve that goal,” says Director Rob Hinton.…

WVU Researcher Recognized for Work in Land Reclamation

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The American Society of Mining and Reclamation awarded its 2017 Pioneers in Reclamation Award to Dr. Paul Ziemkiewicz, director of the West Virginia Water Research Institute, for his significant impact to and advancement of the art and science of land reclamation over his career. “The role of science is to make the world a better…

West Virginia Farmers Market Association and Refresh Appalachia Team Up on Poultry Processing and Training

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The West Virginia Farmers Market Association (WVFMA) and Refresh Appalachia (Refresh) recently obtained funding for two mobile poultry processing units through a grant from The Conservation Fund. Many farmers interested in producing poultry for commercial markets are unable to do so due to the lack of available processing facilities. These mobile units will help local…

WVSBDC Offers Small Business Workshop in Weirton

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The West Virginia Small Business Development Center will offer a Business Fundamentals workshop 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Thursday, June 15, Hancock County. The workshop will be held at the West Virginia Northern Community College, Room 209B, 150 Park Avenue, Weirton. Business Coach Ed Powell will lead the session. To register, visit www.wvsbdc.com and click…