​Alliance for the Economic Development of Southern West Virginia to host national SBIR tour

The Alliance for the Economic Development of Southern West Virginia (Alliance) is partnering with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Marshall University’s Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI), the West Virginia Small Business Development Center and others to welcome the National SBIR Road Tour to Huntington on June 21, giving small business owners and researchers the opportunity to learn firsthand about America’s…

RCBI coding camp offers students hands-on experience

Students from across the region will learn in-demand computer coding skills June 25-29 during Python Coding for Kids Camp at the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) in Huntington. Middle and high school students will explore Python coding – the same powerful language behind websites such as YouTube and Dropbox – as they create games and…

How2Media announces that American Muscle Docks & Fabrication will be part of its “World’s Greatest!…” TV series

How2Media, the producers of the television show “World’s Greatest!…”, announced today that they have recently selected American Muscle Docks & Fabrication to be a part of the popular television series. While this company has been manufacturing metal goods since 1963, they are best known in the industry as a market leader in customization, and making…

WVU Medicine hosts eastern panhandle job fair

WVU Medicine Berkeley Medical Center, Jefferson Medical Center and University Healthcare Physicians will host a job fair on June 20 from 3 until 7 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in Martinsburg. Recruiters and hiring managers will be on site to conduct interviews for open positions in all departments. Candidates are requested to bring an updated…

Gov. Justice, Sec. Caperton announce $50.65 million in AML Economic Development Grant Projects; Application Deadline for Additional Funding June 29

Governor Jim Justice and Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Austin Caperton announced today that $50.65 million in abandoned mine land grants has been awarded to 15 projects in 12 counties and those projects are contributing to job growth, increased tourism, and redevelopment across West Virginia. “From ATV trail camps to increasing access to broadband, these…

SW Resources Announces Christina Smith as Executive Director

The Board of Directors and staff of SW Resources, Inc. are pleased to announce that Christina E. Smith has been named the agency’s Executive Director. SW Resources is a non-profit, community based rehabilitation facility that provides employment and vocational opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Since it began in 1964, the agency has grown to serve…