Weston sets sights on community-led economic development through HubCAP V

Weston is one of five communities joining The Hub in the fifth iteration of the Hub Communities of Achievement Program.
Oak Hill is gearing up for its HubCAP V journey

When the term “HubCAP” was first tossed around we had no idea what anyone was referring to. However, over the last few months, the program has presented opportunities to work with a passionate group of people.
HubCAP IV Spotlight: Elkins and Petersburg rebrand their town and focus on riverfront development

Petersburg and Elkins decided to develop their towns to make them more attractive to visitors in-person and through marketing.
DARRE Spotlight: The Hermitage Inn brings new excitement to downtown Petersburg

The historic Hermitage Inn, a hotel and restaurant built in 1841 is now part of the impressive development happening in the community.
HubCAP IV Spotlight: Marlinton and White Sulphur Springs focus on mountain biking

The pandemic brought new attention to mountain biking bringing with it a surge in popularity across the country and two HubCAP communities understood the potential.
Blueprint Communities team rallying to redevelop local high school

The Kingwood Blueprint Communities team is rallying to redevelop their high school in their local downtown.
What is in the works with the new DARRE downtown revitalization program?

DARRE brings together numerous partners throughout the state and region to undertake a deliberate and concentrated approach to supporting the development and revitalization of historic downtowns.
Princeton’s Arts and Museum District is Growing With New Culture Center

The RiffRaff Arts Collective (RRAC) has secured and intends to redevelop three properties to establish the Lonnie Gunter, Jr. Center for Culture & History. The lots are adjacent to the Princeton Railroad Museum in the Mercer Street Historic District of downtown Princeton. One of the lots includes the Wheby’s Grocery building – a landmark in Princeton, built in 1925.
Giving Back: September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance is around the corner

September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance (9/11 Day), is a chance to help others in tribute to those killed and injured on September 11, 2001, first responders, and the countless others who serve to defend the nation’s freedom at home and around the globe.
Six Blueprint Communities Awarded Mini-Grants for Revitalization Projects

Meadow River Valley will construct a picnic shelter made from refurbished barn wood similar to this shelter in White Sulphur Springs (Photo via Meadow River Valley Association). BY KAYCIE STUSHEK, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS SPECIALIST, THE HUB Six Blueprint Communities are celebrating a big win as they begin work on recently-awarded mini-grant projects! The Blueprint Communities […]