Abraham Link

Distribute, market, inventory, and deliver floor covering products from domestic and international manufacturers. They operate a private delivery fleet and a modern warehouse filled with state-of-the-art equipment and a well-trained logistics staff. With headquarters centrally located in Bridgeport, they serve the Mid-Atlantic region.

Antero

Antero Resources is an independent exploration and production (E&P) company engaged in the exploitation, development and acquisition of natural gas, NGLs and oil properties located in the Appalachia Basin. District office located in White Oaks, Bridgeport, WV.

Baker Tilly

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory CPA firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage in major regions of the U.S. and in many of the world’s leading financial centers – New York, London, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Chicago. Baker Tilly is an independent member of Baker Tilly International, a worldwide network of independent accounting and business advisory firms in 148 territories, with 36,000 professionals and a combined worldwide revenue of $4.0 billion

Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company

The WV facility is located at NCWV Airport (CKB) in Bridgeport where they focus on the design, building and printing of aerostructure components utilizing lean aerospace manufacturing techniques and technologies. The WV facility is the center of Aurora’s composite manufacturing work for military aircraft, with the RQ-4 Global Hawk/Triton and the CH-53K King Stallion providing the foundation. In addition, the facility is also the production base for numerous composite airframe parts of the Bell 525 helicopter.

Bridgeport Conference Center

This 17,000 sq ft Regional Conference & Meeting Facility is located at Charles Point in Bridgeport. Convenient access right off I-79, their amenities include conference scheduling, business retreats, overnight accommodations, catering, weddings, and event planning.

Cava and Banko

A full service CPA Certified Public Accounting and Consulting Firm licensed in WV offering a blend of personal service and expertise, and a broad range of services for business owners, executives and independent professionals with affordable rates.

Chase Bank

JPMorgan Chase is one of the oldest financial institutions in the United States with a history dating back over 200 years. They are a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2.6 trillion, a presence in over 100 markets, and have over 250,000 employees. With a branch located in Bridgeport and a main located in downtown Clarksburg. They are a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers and small businesses, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

City Construction Company

One of the area’s oldest and trusted name in contracting. A family owned and operated corporation since 1965, 2017 marks our 52nd year of continued service. City Construction Company will work with you to design a project that is within your budget. We pride ourselves on employing skilled and seasoned contractors to bring your project in on time, within budget, and to meet your every need. Our success lies in the golden rule…treat others, as you would want to be treated. We provide services from Remodeling, Residential, Commercial, and General Contracting.

City of Bridgeport

With a rapidly growing population of 8,518 this quaint City is home to the White Oaks and Charles Point developments (located off I-79 with over 50,000 traffic count), United Hospital Center/WVU Medicine, NCWV Airport, Bridgeport Recreation Complex, Bridgeport Conference Center, RCBI Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, and the Meadowbrook Mall.

City of Shinnston

Located two hours north of State Capital, Charleston and two hours south of Pittsburgh and with a population of 2,240. Rich heritage and community values as they are one of ten award-winning Blueprint Communities in the State and the only Playful City USA designee to be awarded this title for 7 consecutive years. They are also home to the 1778 Levi Shinn log home (oldest standing structure in NCWV), the Sunset Ellis Drive-In (one of the last drive-in theaters left in the country) and North Bend Rail Trail. Host to Frontier Days, Wind Down Wednesday, Annual Turkey Trot, Cruise-ins, Spring & Fall Art & Music Walk, and many more.

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc

Provides comprehensive market-oriented consulting services that advance client strategic business objectives. CEC is recognized for delivering innovative design solutions and integrated expertise in the primary practice areas of air quality, civil engineering, ecological sciences, environmental engineering and sciences, survey, waste management, and water resources.

Clarksburg Uptown

The mission of Clarksburg Uptown is to promote, in every way possible, the economic and social potential and growth of downtown Clarksburg and the Glen Elk section of Clarksburg, West Virginia. In order to accomplish this revitalization, Clarksburg Uptown proposes to move far beyond structural matters, encompassing and including the city’s social and cultural history.

CSX Corporation

One of the nation’s leading transportation suppliers. The company’s rail and intermodal businesses provide rail-based transportation services including traditional rail service and the transport of intermodal containers and trailers. Overall, the CSX Transportation network encompasses about 21,000 route miles of track in 23 states, the District of Columbia and the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Quebec. Our transportation network serves some of the largest population centers in the nation. Nearly two-thirds of Americans live within CSX’s service territory.

Clarksburg Water Board

A municipal corporation, was created by a special act of the legislature in 1909 and charged with the duty and responsibility of providing an ample supply of pure and wholesome water to retail and wholesale customers in Harrison County. All powers and duties of the city pertaining to the construction, acquisition, establishment, improvement, operation, management, maintenance, and repair of the municipal water system, and the determination of all matters of policy with respect thereto, are vested in and shall be exercised by the water board, independent of control by the City Council and the City Manager.

Denny & Alastanos, PLLC

Our firm provides outstanding service to our clients because of our dedication to the three underlying principles of professionalism, responsiveness and quality. Our firm is one of the leading firms in the area. By combining our expertise, experience and the energy of our staff, each client receives close personal and professional attention. Our high standards, service and specialized staff spell the difference between our outstanding performance, and other firms. We make sure that every client is served by the expertise of our whole firm.

E.L. Robinson (ELR)

Engineering provides a full range of top quality engineering services, from planning and analysis to design build and implementation. We are confident in the caliber of our proven staff and are committed to providing clients with the expertise and innovation to create effective solutions. Our firm only produces projects that are top quality, on time, and on or under budget. We are built on integrity. Every project we tackle embodies the hard work and commitment that has formed the well-respected and reputable company that is seen today. E.L. Robinson Engineering holds a continuous commitment to superior customer service. We will always have our client’s best interest in mind and we are determined to exceed every expectation. Through ongoing collaboration with clients on every project, listening and understanding the project needs, ELR responds with results, turning the client’s vision into reality.

Energy Transportation

We bring the right people, the right equipment, and the right solutions to every project. We are the 8760 solution for your natural gas & liquid transportation, fluid management, emergency response & environmental capabilities. Energy Transportation is your leading natural gas transportation and environmental response provider. Specializing in hauling petroleum products and various other sensitive chemicals. ET offers drum and waste management services, DOT and OSHA reviews and audits, internal assessments for compliance and operation efficiency and confined space work.

Exponent Telegram

NCWV Media is West Virginia’s leading news source for over 155 years, featuring in-depth coverage of news, sports and events that matter to readers throughout the area. WVNews.com is WV’s independent news source. The WVNews.com website is designed to broaden our reach in today’s multimedia society and to provide readers with access to all the features that are published in the daily newspaper. It also contains many of our sister papers on one easy site: The Exponent Telegram, Garrett Republican, Preston News & Journal, Fairmont News, Weston News, Bridgeport News, NCWV Life and State Journal. NCWV Media, formerly Clarksburg Publishing Company (formed in 1927), publishes The Exponent Telegram, (Telegram was founded in 1861) as well as several weekly products. It also has a commercial printing division that prints a number of area and state weekly newspapers.

FirstEnergy

Dedicated to safety, reliability and operational excellence. FirstEnergy includes one of the nation’s largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 5,000 megawatts. Our company has invested $10 billion in environmental efforts since 1970, and we have a continuing commitment to cleaner energy resources, smarter technology and a more sustainable planet.

Frontier Communications

Committed to keeping people connected to what matters most to them, Frontier Communications Corporation is a leading provider of internet, TV, and phone services to business and residential customers. Our 22,000 employees in 29 states work every day to innovate, collaborate, respect and deliver for every one of our customers. Incorporated in 1935, Frontier is a Fortune 500 company and a member of the S&P SmallCap 600

Clarksburg Visitors Bureau

Clarksburg is a city in and the county seat of Harrison County with a 2010 population census of 16,578 residents. The city offers citizens and visitors a rich mix of retail, industrial, professional and governmental services and one of the best preserved historical downtowns in the state. The city is working diligently to restore and refurbish these historical sites and maintain the rich history of this Mountaineer city. Clarksburg is small enough to explore on foot, but big enough to keep you entertained all day and into the night.

The Harrison County Chamber of Commerce

Promotes a vibrant business climate and community by fostering business growth with active and engaged members. Representing the businesses of Harrison County, West Virginia, for over 98 years, our Chamber has an aggressive business plan, an outstanding group of volunteers, and remarkable support from the business community. Our community businesses get connected at Chamber programs and events, through publications, media opportunities and more.

The Harrison County Economic Alliance Corporation

was created in 2008 from the merger of three previous entities providing economic development revolving loan funds. The Alliance continues to promote the economic prosperity of Harrison County businesses through direct loans and a reduced-rate loan program with the cooperation of numerous local banks and the Cities of Bridgeport, Clarksburg, and Shinnston

Harry Green

In 1959, Harry L Green Jr., and Jonnie Priestly Green purchased the existing Chevrolet dealership in Clarksburg. The dealership operated under the direction of Harry L. Green Jr. at that location until 1964 when it was moved to Old Bridgeport Hill and grew to its present number of 115 employees. Mr. Green and his family always understood that any successful business has to be an integral part of the fabric of the community which it serves. Harry Green Chevrolet has always tried to keep faithful to this business philosophy. As the business grew, two new automotive franchises were added. In 1979 the dealership acquired the AMC/Jeep franchise, selling and servicing Jeep vehicles until 2009. The Nissan car & truck line was added in 1987. This family owned, and operated business continues to support numerous community organizations, and have blossomed from humble beginnings to one of the most successful and recognized automobile dealerships in the state.

Harvest Care Medical

Harvest Care Medical, LLC is a West Virginia-owned medical cannabis company committed to bringing high-quality medical cannabis products to West Virginia’s registered patients. Its cultivation and processing operations are based out of a 40,000-square-foot facility in Bridgeport, WV. The company also holds 10 statewide dispensary licenses to launch its own Country Grown Cannabis premium retail store locations. Led by West Virginians, Harvest Care Medical’s experienced team has successfully built and overseen cultivation, processing, and dispensary operations in highly-regulated medical market states across the country, including Connecticut, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.

Healthy Harrison

Healthy Harrison is a coalition with a vision to measurably improve the health and wellness of the citizens in Harrison County. By highlighting our local Heroes, we hope to motivate, educate and inspire the community to begin taking micro-steps towards a healthier lifestyle.

Hope Gas

Hope Gas is a Local Distribution Company (LDC) that proudly provides gas service to more than 111,000 residential, industrial, and commercial customers in thirty-five West Virginia counties. We monitor and maintain more than 3200 miles of distribution pipeline and approximately 2400 miles of production lines that safely deliver WV natural gas to many homes and commercial or industrial sites. We currently employ approximately 350+ employees working right here in our beautiful Mountain State with the sole purpose of staying true to our company’s mission and vision in West Virginia.

Hornor Brothers Engineering – HBE

is the oldest engineering firm in WV and was established by brothers Carl L. Hornor and Paul S. Hornor in 1902. Both became leading Clarksburg citizens and made important contributions to the City. Their history includes original design, surveying and engineering work all over NCWV, railroads, coal mines, industrial, residential additions of now prominent communities throughout Harrison and Marion counties. HBE has had a partnership with the Benedum Airport (now CKB) for over 60 yrs. The firm is composed of registered professional civil engineers and land surveyors, CAD drafters and operators, field survey party members, construction representatives and clerical staff, specializing in numerous surveying, site prep, engineering, and design work.

Langan Engineering

Langan provides an integrated mix of engineering and environmental consulting services in support of land development projects, corporate real estate portfolios, and the energy industry. Our clients include developers, property owners, public agencies, corporations, institutions, and energy companies around the world. Located in Bridgeport, Langan has 33 locations and over 1000 employees. Forty-eight years in business, they have numerous award winning projects in 80 countries. They are a premier provider of integrated land development engineering and environmental consulting services.

Jack’s Furniture

Located at East Point Plaza in Clarksburg, they offer the area’s largest selection of fine furniture and accessories. For over 50 years, they have helped their customers use their own unique style to create dream rooms. From the time that the late Sam “Jack” Spatafore began the business in 1954 selling TV sets in the north view section of Clarksburg, until today, Jack’s has been committed to providing our customers with the very best in quality, value and service. In the late 1950s and 1960s, Jack’s grew into a large appliance and furniture store. Then in 1967, the store relocated to downtown Clarksburg. Eventually, Jack was joined by four of his sons, Louis, Bill, John and Sam. To this day, his sons have carried on the tradition of excellence in personalized customer service.

Jackson Kelly PLLC

located off I-79 in the White Oaks Business Park, the Bridgeport office is home to a group of experienced attorneys with hometown ties to the community. Located in the north-central region of West Virginia, attorneys in this office work closely with attorneys throughout the Firm to serve clients locally and across the country, offering a broad range of high-quality legal services and representation. The Bridgeport office focuses on a variety of practices and industries, including business, litigation, real estate, succession planning, trusts and estates, and workers’ compensation. Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018 & 2019, WV Super Lawyers & Rising Stars, Seminar Sponsors at the WV Society of CPAs Annual Meeting, Thirty-Three Jackson Kelly Attorneys Named to 2017 West Virginia Super Lawyers or Rising Stars Lists.

JW Ebert Corp

J W Ebert Corporation, which also operates under the name McDonald’s, is located in Bridgeport, West Virginia. This organization primarily operates in the Fast-food Restaurant, Chain business / industry within the Eating and Drinking Places sector. This organization has been operating for approximately 28 years. J W Ebert Corporation is estimated to generate $28.1 million in annual revenues and employs approximately 64 people at this headquarters location and 750 total employees across all locations.

McNeer, Highland, McMunn & Varner, L.C.

Our firm is a full-service law firm with talented attorneys focused on all areas of law. For over 100 years, McNeer, Highland, McMunn and Varner, L.C. has been serving the legal needs of West Virginians. With this strong history of exceptional legal work, the firm continues to maintain a competitive edge in the legal market. Our cadre of impressive legal minds is able to keep us on the cutting edge of the law. It is important for us to provide the highest quality of legal representation to our clients. We also want to serve our communities so that we have better places in which to live and work. McNeer, Highland, McMunn and Varner built its reputation on trust, service and relationships in an ever-changing world. These values continue to be the cornerstone of the firm as we enter our second century of service.

Michael J. Romano, Attorney at Law

Serving all of WV, he is an experienced lawyer who will aggressively advocate for your rights. When you retain Michael J. Romano, you will receive personal representation. He will handle your case himself from start to finish. You will never be passed off to a lesser-qualified associate or an inexperienced paralegal. He is a seasoned attorney with an excellent reputation for securing justice and full compensation for his clients according with the laws of West Virginia and the United States of America; Motor Vehicle, Other Injury, Person Litigation; Personal Representation from a Highly Experience Lawyer.

MVB

We are a vibrant community bank founded on the principles of honesty, respect and accountability. Our Team takes great pride in providing sound solutions for all your financial needs, from high interest checking, to home loans, business loans, and beyond. We embrace the latest technologies, balanced with a commitment to security, to make managing your financial life, easier. We are a proactive community partner providing quality financial products and services that go beyond a typical bank through recognized extraordinary service and valued relationships.

Meadowbrook Mall

A regional shopping mall in Bridgeport, West Virginia. It was built in late 1982 by the Cafaro Company of Youngstown, Ohio. The original architecture and engineering was done by the Keeva J. Kekst company. The mall includes two Elder-Beerman department stores, J.C. Penney, and Target. Former anchors include Ames, Murphy’s Mart, Stone & Thomas, The Bon-Ton, Sears, and Montgomery Ward. Marshalls was added in 2008. ULTA Beauty opened here in 2015. The mall has a gross leasable area of 849,206 square feet (78,893.8 m2) and 109 stores, classifying it as super-regional according to the International Council of Shopping Centers.

MHIRJ

MHIRJ is the largest MRO provider for the CRJ Series fleet in North America. We have the largest operating base of regional aircraft in the world, with over 1,300 aircraft flying offering a wide range of Aftermarket and Support Services capable of servicing all CRJ Series models through our Bridgeport, West Virginia and Tuscon, Arizona facilities. MHIRJ Service Centers have been performing maintenance events for our North American and international Customers for over 25 years supporting Customers across the globe and around the clock via an extensive network of parts distribution, regional offices and Service Centers. MHIRJ’s highly skilled and technical staff provide full-service aircraft maintenance, modifications and component repair services.

The North Central West Virginia Airport

(CKB) is a public airport owned and operated by the Benedum Airport Authority. Located in Bridgeport, West Virginia the airport proudly serves the communities of Clarksburg, Fairmont, Morgantown, Weston, and the surrounding region. The airport is currently served by two commercial airlines; Allegiant and United Express. It encompasses approximately 665 acres and is home to the longest commercial service runway in West Virginia at 7,800 feet. With a full ILS to Runway 21 and an Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Index B, the airport is fully capable of handling any and all aviation needs. The Airport is conveniently situated in the middle of the I-79 High Tech Corridor, providing easy access between Charleston, WV, Morgantown, WV, and Pittsburgh, PA.

North Central Building Trades Council

B.E.W. Local Union 596 – The charter of I.B.E.W. Local No. 596 was signed January 29, 1917, by 10 men who all had the same purpose in mind — to create a higher standard of living for workers in the electrical industry. Just like each one of us today, 100 years ago they were trying to support their families and help their neighbors and anybody in need. Last year marked the 100th anniversary of Local 596 showing what a group of people with one collective goal can accomplish: “It can withstand trials, depression and recessions in between the booms to make people’s lives and communities better. We come together to celebrate all of our Brothers and Sisters who have worked hard to bring us to this point in our history.”

Northwestern Mutual

As a mutual company, they report to you, not Wall Street. And every decision they make is guided by their mutual values: doing right by their clients, keeping their promises, and providing the greatest value at the lowest cost. They lead the industry in giving back to their policyowners – issuing dividends every year since 1872, even during the Great Recession. Financial Services & Planning, Insurance, Investments, and Life & Money.

Clear Mountain Bank

Locally owned community bank, they began assisting the people of our communities with financial services and products more than 100 yrs ago. Originating in Terra Alta and Bruceton Mills, WV, they started out small and their growth has been steady, stable and measured over the years. They changed with the times, embracing technology and trends, but only if those changes facilitated better products and services for their customers. Receiving national recognition for its Clear Mountain Cares program, by being named among the “20 Most Innovative Banks” in 2018, the Clear Mountain Cares program grants bank employees one paid day off from regular work duties to volunteer to serve a community organization of his/her choosing.

Robinson and McElwee PLLC

For more than a quarter century they have provided clients with excellent legal counsel and representation as one of West Virginia’s premier law firms. Founded in 1983, they opened their doors with seven partners and 12 associates in Charleston, WV. Since its inception, the firm has grown to over 40 attorneys, including 20 members. In addition to the firm’s main office in Charleston, Robinson & McElwee serves clients with offices in Clarksburg, Wheeling, and Alliance, Ohio. They are a member of ALFA International, the global legal network. The ALFA International model enables Robinson & McElwee to use its local expertise to deliver highly effective legal solutions while drawing upon the collective wisdom and experience of other member firms within the US and around the world as needed.

Ryan Energy Services

Headquartered in Bridgeport, West Virginia, and employing 130 professionals, Ryan Energy Services was founded in 1977 as Ryan Environmental. Ryan Energy Services works throughout the northeast shale plays servicing mid-stream, producers, gas utilities and industrial clients. Ryan is regarded as an industry leader for its service platform that includes environmental consulting, remediation, cleaning services, emergency spill response, hydrocarbon lab services, corrosion services, well services, general roustabout, and both steel and poly pipeline construction. Ryan Energy Services prides itself in delivering a full suite of problem solving self- performing solutions to its client base.

Salem IGA

Located in downtown, the Salem IGA specializes in the groceries your family needs. Whatever you are looking for, you’ll find it at Salem IGA. Visit our supermarket and see what we have to offer. Weekly Ads, Shopping List, Coupons, Newsletters, Recipes, and Health & Wellbeing information.

Salem Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber is organized for the purpose of advancing the commercial, industrial, financial, educational, agricultural, professional and civic interests of Salem and adjacent territory; for promoting uniformity in commercial usage; to acquire preserve and landmarks and economic development.

Salem International University

Established in 1888 as Salem College, Salem University has a tradition of academic excellence and innovation. The beautiful 100-acre campus is nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of WV and offers student housing and traditional campus clubs and activities. The mission of the University is to prepare global citizens with broad knowledge, marketable professional skills, and the ability to make decisions with integrity and an international perspective. Salem University (Salem) has been accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) since 1963.

Shiloh Development Corp

Simmerman Law Office, PLLC

Our personal, client-centric approach to litigation is intentionally different, because our experience has proven that direct communication with clients fosters trust and puts us on a trajectory to accomplish your legal goals. Simmerman Law has extensive experience in litigation procedures and effective trial practice. Our focus on winning at trial guides our strategy in each case to achieve our clients’ commercial and legal objectives.

Stantec

Our Bridgeport team supports clients with a variety of services, including design, construction, surveying, and materials testing. From the highways and bridges connecting the beautiful state of West Virginia to the parks and water systems that serve West Virginians, we strive to improve the lives of our neighbors and deliver exceptional service to our clients.

Steele Law Office

is a family firm, built by brothers Tom and Chuck Steele, licensed to practice law in both state and federal courts. They are passionate about protecting the rights of our clients with our more than 55 years of combined legal experience. As members of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals and as advocates for their clients, they have vast mediation experience. They have collectively participated in well over 1,000 mediations, and tried well over 100 cases to verdict throughout WV

Stella Construction

Steptoe and Johnson

Steptoe & Johnson PLLC is a U.S. law firm with core strengths in energy, labor & employment, litigation and transactional law. Top Listed firm in WV in a combination of areas by The Best Lawyers in America®, 17 ATTORNEYS recognized by Chambers USA America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, Three Fellows of the American College of Labor & Employment Lawyers, Top Listed in the U.S. in ENERGY LAW by The Best Lawyers in America. Corporate offices located in White Oaks of Bridgeport.

Stonewood

Stonewood, WV is a community with a population of 1,795 residents. It is located approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes from Pittsburgh, PA. and 2 hours form Charleston, WV. Stonewood was founded in 1947 when two communities, Stonewall Park and Norwood decided to combine to become one incorporated town. Children from the local school had entered a contest to name the new town and combined the names Stonewall and Norwood to form “Stonewood” to win the contest and the town was officially incorporated on December 17th, 1947.

Tate Communications, LLC

A West Virginia based telecommunications company that is located in a 6000 square foot office about one mile off of Exit 115 of Interstate 79, near Clarksburg. Our geographical coverage area consists of the entire state of West Virginia. Tate Communications, LLC offers “state of the art” voice, data, and video networks coupled with a level of service that has earned us an outstanding reputation for customer satisfaction. We have been the provider of choice for literally hundreds of business and government customers throughout West Virginia since 1993.

Tetrick and Bartlett, PLLC

This accounting and consulting firm serves clients throughout WV and neighboring states. With offices in Clarksburg and Fairmont, they are committed to serving the public and business communities by providing a comprehensive selection of accounting, tax planning and tax return preparation, auditing, agreed upon procedure engagements, governmental accounting and auditing, not-for-profit organization accounting and auditing, bookkeeping services, peer review services and management advisory services.

Truist

Truist is a purpose-driven financial services company, formed by the historic merger of equals of BB&T and SunTrust. We serve clients in a number of high-growth markets in the country, offering a wide range of financial services.

Huntington Bank

A full-service banking provider primarily operating across an eight-state banking franchise. Our “Welcome” philosophy centers around deep relationship-building capabilities to best meet each customer’s specific needs. Following the conversion of FirstMerit locations to Huntington, service will be available through a banking network of nearly 1,000 traditional and supermarket branches, and through digital, telephone and ATM banking, including over 1,800 ATM locations. Through automotive dealership relationships within our primary franchise area and select other states, Huntington also provides commercial banking services to the automotive dealers and retail automobile financing for dealer customers.

City of Salem

Located at the junction of U.S. Route 50 and WV Route 23; the North Bend Rail Trail passes through the city and provides access for hiking, fitness, and bicycling. Salem is home to Salem University, a for-profit college, which has about 1,835 students, enrolled in undergraduate as well as graduate programs. Location of the Annual Apple butter Harvest Festival held the second weekend in October, featuring crafts, foods, street square dancing, cloggers, country and western music, gospel music, Blue Ribbon Apple butter contest and Blue-Ribbon Apple Pie contest.

United Hospital Center

United Hospital Center is the result of a merger between St. Mary’s and Union Protestant hospitals in 1970, providing NCWV with a regional community hospital that offers a vast array of services. The new UHC opened in 2010 and is located along Interstate 79 in Bridgeport. The 692,000-square-foot structure rises eight stories. It is designed around the environment with the patient, family, staff and community in mind – which includes enhanced patient privacy, a high level of technology integration and improved access to care. The acute care facility has 292 private inpatient rooms and 24 observation rooms with a medical staff that consist of more than 140 primary care and specialty physicians. UHC employs more than 2,000 associates and is a member of WVU Medicine.

Wesbanco

Multi-state bank holding company, headquartered in Wheeling, WV and has several branch locations throughout Harrison County. They operate 177 Banking Centers and 166 ATMs in the states of West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana and Kentucky. In addition, WesBanco operates an insurance agency, WesBanco Insurance Services, Inc., and a full-service broker/dealer, WesBanco Securities, Inc.

West Virginia Development Office

This office is under the West Virginia Department of Commerce and is focused on helping economic development and businesses to locate a new site, expand existing facilities, export goods or provide training to employees. The Business and Industrial Development Division team provide resources, data and contacts to help site search yield positive and cost-effective results; personal attention and support for site location research, data analysis, referrals, site tours and expertise related to permitting requirements.

WYK Associates

An architectural and planning firm, located in Clarksburg and established in 1973, with its roots dating back to the early 20th century. Then and now, the company provides excellent service to its clientele – finding the critical aspects of each project and turning those into opportunity: the creation of a place that fits the needs of the user, and the budget of the owner, with aesthetically pleasing, environmentally conscience building solutions. Seamless collaboration between the architectural lead, project management and the proven network of contractors warrant a maximum of quality within schedule and budget. Sustainability, quality of life and built environment are as important to them as responsible design and efficiency in planning and execution. This team of passionate architecture and planning professionals provide individual solutions to your building challenges and aid you in planning and executing the most complex architectural endeavors. Award winning designs, projects and restorations are evidence of their quality work.

First United, Bank & Trust

First United is passionate about people. In a time when it seems like so many banks are just the same, First United is here with the heart to be different. It’s not just that they’re locally owned with a team that lives and works in the places you call home, it’s that they’re dedicated to helping you. They build solutions that are so customized. Founded in 1900 and headquartered in Oakland, Maryland, First United has grown to serve communities through dozens of full-service offices throughout Maryland and West Virginia. The bank is held by First United Corporation, a one bank holding company with over one billion dollars in assets. Community Involvement and Investor Relations.

Bowles Rice

Bowles Rice is a professional service organization, contributing to the success of our clients and the vitality of our communities through advocacy, counsel, leadership and service. U.S. News & World Report, in its 2019 Best Law Firms publication, ranks Bowles Rice as “First Tier” in 40 different areas of law in West Virginia. Chambers and Partners, a well-respected global peer-ranking organization, lists Bowles Rice among its “Top Ranked” law firms, and noted in the 2018 edition of Chambers USA, “Happy clients highlight their satisfaction with the team, saying ‘This is the best firm I have ever dealt with.’” The 2019 edition of The Best Lawyers in America© includes 40 Bowles Rice attorneys. Benchmark Litigation, which publishes a definitive guide to America’s leading litigation firms and attorneys, recognized Bowles Rice as its “West Virginia Law Firm of the Year” for 2017 and 2018.

Ronald Lane Inc

In 1979 in Arnoldsburg, West Virginia, Ronald Lane Incorporated began as a sole proprietorship with “a few pickup trucks, plastic tools and a big dream.” Within two years, the hard work and dedication of a few Ronald Lane employees who are still with us today sparked the company’s growth from a small proprietorship to a partnership, and ultimately to a corporation. Currently with over 100,000 sq ft. of facilities in four separate locations, Ronald Lane Inc. has served the oil and gas industry for 37 years in West Virginia and surrounding states.