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West Virginia Business Growth: Top Counties for New Business Registrations in 2024

πŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆπŸ“ˆ In October 2024, the West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office reported that 1,100 new businesses were registered across the state. Calhoun County emerged as the leader in growth percentage, achieving a 2.70% increase with the addition of seven new businesses. Other notable counties with strong growth included Wayne (1.90%), Pocahontas (1.87%), Clay (1.82%), and … Read more

Staff with the Jackson County Development Authority will attend the West Virginia Broadband Summit the next two days. Topics covered at the summit are things such as broadband mapping, pole attachment, broadband training resources and funding, digital equity funding, and more.

Jackson County Community Members Tour TIMET Facility Site

On Friday, October 18th, 2024 folks in the Jackson County community were able to attend a luncheon and learn about TIMET, located near the Millwood Jackson County Maritime and Industrial Center. Who they are and what they do were the topics. Visitors were able to visit different stations with products and educational information, followed by … Read more

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES!!!!

The Marshall University Advanced Manufacturing Center delivers multiple education and training options tailored to fit the specific needs and schedules of companies and individuals. Whether you are looking to upskill existing employees, train new hires or pursue an industry certification or college degree, we have a flexible approach that meets most any manufacturing workforce need. … Read more

Hurricane Relief Being Sent From Jackson County!

Constellium (859 Century Rd. Ravenswood, WV 26164) is seeking help to spread the word about their disaster relief efforts. Constellium is accepting donations that will be delivered to Asheville, NC. A tractor trailer is stationed in their administration building parking lot and will be open to drop-offs daily from 6AM-7PM. Donations can be made today, … Read more

Meghan Parsons Receives Scholarship

The Jackson County Development Authority (JCDA) staff attended the West Virgina Economic Development Council’s (WVEDC)2024 membership meeting this afternoon. During the meeting, Associate Director, Meghan Parsons was awarded the Patty Barnhart Memorial Scholarship. The JCDA is thankful for the support the WVEDC gives economic developers in WV. Pictured is Meghan Parsons, Associate Director & Rick … Read more

TIMET Luncheon

The The Jackson County Development Authority Β recentlyΒ  helped feed some delicious lunch to the folks on the TIMET site to show appreciation for 250K man hours worked with no accidents/injuries. Talk about an active job site!