Coalfield Development Acquires Sustainable Clothing Manufacturer, SustainU

Coalfield Development today announced acquiring Morgantown-based SustainU sustainable clothing manufacturer, incorporating it into its family of social enterprises. Based in Wayne County, WV, Coalfield Development is a nonprofit organization that operates social enterprises designed to diversify the Appalachian economy. SustainU, founded in 2009 by entrepreneur, Chris Yura sustainably manufactures 100% recycled knitwear in the United…

Southern Recognized as Purple Heart College

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College has been recognized as a Purple Heart College, and now has a Purple Heart parking spot reserved for wounded combat veterans on its Logan campus. Charles Baisden, Commander of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Chapter 733, presented a plaque of appreciation to Southern’s President, Dr. Robert…

Southern Hosting Facebook for Business Workshop

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College’s Entrepreneurship and Business Coaching Center is hosting a Facebook for Business workshop on Monday, June 25 at the Hatfield McCoy Trails Office in Lyburn, W.Va. The workshop will run from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and lunch will be provided. The workshop is free, but registration is required.…