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Women-owned and West Virginia proud: Meet the Morgantown business leaders making a difference
Here in Morgantown, entrepreneurship isn’t just encouraged—it’s lived. And at the heart of our most beloved shops, restaurants, and creative ventures, you’ll find women leading the way. These local business owners aren’t just...
More than banking: Clear Mountain Bank’s community-first approach earns recognition
For more than 130 years, Clear Mountain Bank has been doing business the old-fashioned way: by putting people first. This year, the Morgantown Area Partnership recognized that legacy by naming Clear Mountain Bank the 2025 Large...
Four decades of bold ideas and strong relationships: BlaineTurner earns Chairman’s Award
This year, the Morgantown Area Partnership is proud to recognize BlaineTurner Advertising, Inc. with the 2025 Chairman’s Award—an honor reserved for organizations that have made a lasting impact on both the business community...
How one small business owner is shaping Morgantown, one storefront at a time
Ask anyone who spends time downtown, and they’ll probably name one of Grace Hutchens’ businesses as a favorite. Grace Hutchens, the entrepreneur behind Apothecary Ale House, Blue Moose Coffeehouse, and Zeke’s Breakfast &...
West Virginia Junior College reimagines healthcare education across West Virginia
The Milan Puskar Entrepreneur of the Year Award isn’t just about innovation—it’s about impact. And this year, the Morgantown Area Partnership is proud to recognize West Virginia Junior College (WVJC) for transforming how...
Hazel’s House of Hope recognized for holistic approach to social services
This year’s Morgantown Area Partnership Non-Profit of the Year award goes to a place where shared vision has turned into lasting impact: Hazel’s House of Hope. Hazel’s House of Hope is a community hub where social service...
Award honors Glenn Adrian’s lasting impact on business, infrastructure, and service
The Earl L. Core Award is the Morgantown Area Partnership’s highest honor. It’s not given every year—only when someone’s body of work leaves a legacy that spans generations. This year, that legacy belongs to Glenn Adrian. Named...
Honoring Hotel Morgan’s century-long legacy in downtown Morgantown
For a hundred years, Hotel Morgan has stood as a cornerstone of downtown Morgantown. This year, it’s being recognized not just for its history, but for its remarkable comeback. The Morgantown Area Partnership has named Hotel...
Intermed Labs turns ideas into life-changing innovations
Intermed Labs is a new healthcare venture studio based in the WVU Innovation Corporation building in Morgantown. The Morgantown Area Partnership named the company the 2025 New Business of the Year. Their mission is simple in theory but...
The Partnership visits the Capitol to advocate for the Morgantown area
Earlier this year, members of the Morgantown Area Partnership traveled to Charleston for Monongalia County Day at the Legislature—a unique opportunity to showcase what makes north central West Virginia a driving force in the...
Celebrating local success: The Annual Dinner returns April 24
Morgantown’s biggest business celebration of the year is back. On Thursday, April 24, the Morgantown Area Partnership will host its Annual Dinner at the Waterfront Marriott—a night dedicated to honoring award winners,...
Vandalia Health CEO David Goldberg named chair of Morgantown Area Partnership board
The Morgantown Area Partnership is proud to announce David Goldberg, President and CEO of Vandalia Health and Mon Health System, as the new Chair of the Board of Directors. A longtime champion of both healthcare and...

