The Jackson County Development Authority

05/28/2026

No child should have to sleep on the floor. ❤️

SHP of Jackson Co. WV provides FREE beds & bedding to children ages 3–17 who do not have a bed.

Apply online today at: www.shpbeds.org/apply or message us here.

Are you an agency or case worker? You can also request a bed on behalf of a client or family in need.

05/24/2026

We are beyond excited to share some incredible news for downtown Ravenswood!

Congratulations to Inn Bed & Breakfast owners Stephen and Sabrina Cogar for being selected as recipients of the $20,000 American Express Shop Small Grant through Main Street America!

Out of more than 500 small businesses chosen nationwide, Ravenswood’s very own bed and breakfast was awarded funding to help support growth, innovation, and continued investment into our community.

Stephen and Sabrina first learned about the opportunity through DRP, decided to take a chance and apply — and to their surprise, they actually WON.

They are incredibly grateful, humbled, and honestly still a little shocked by the news.

Programs like this remind us why supporting small businesses matters so much. When local businesses grow, our entire community grows with them.

Please join us in congratulating Stephen and Sabrina on this amazing achievement for Ravenswood! https://www.ravenswoodinn.com/

05/21/2026

Great opportunity next Thursday!

05/20/2026

🇺🇸 BIG NEWS FOR DOWNTOWN RAVENSWOOD! 🎨✨

Downtown Ravenswood is officially joining West Virginia’s America250 Mural Trail!

Thanks to a $5,000 America250 mural grant awarded through Jackson County Commission as part of the West Virginia Department of Tourism’s statewide America250 initiative, a brand-new public mural is coming to the side of the historic Hupp building on Walnut Street in downtown Ravenswood.

This mural will celebrate Ravenswood’s rich history by honoring beloved local businesses from years past, including Hupp’s Ice Cream, Almeda’s Music & Photo Center, Ben Franklin, Ike’s Recreation, The Dairy Bee, The Glass Door, and McIntosh Hardware—bringing a nostalgic piece of our community’s story back to life through public art.

A huge thank you to talented local artists Neil Loprinzi and Philip Moulton with Arts for bringing this vision to life. Their work will help transform this space into something both residents and visitors can enjoy for years to come.

Even more exciting? Once complete, Ravenswood’s mural will become part of a statewide tourism mural trail spanning all 55 counties in West Virginia, helping put our community on the map as part of the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary celebration.

Projects like this matter because they preserve local history, create pride in place, and give people one more reason to stop, explore, and spend time in downtown.

We expect the mural to be completed by the end of May, and we can’t wait to show you the finished result! 👏

05/14/2026

📣Only a couple of spots left!!📣

Join us for our bi-monthly FREE business coaching sessions with Faster WV Business Coach Barbie Wood!

05/14/2026

The West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office will be in the lobby at Ravenswood City Hall Friday, May 15th from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Stop by and check with them to see if you have any Unclaimed Property in your name.

05/13/2026

Don't miss out on this great opportunity!

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how your metalworking business can become part of the military supply chain! Register for the May 19 Metal Tech Supply Chain Expo today at www.mfg.marshall.edu/26metaltech.

05/11/2026

Calling all small business owners & entrepreneurs!

Join us for our bi-monthly FREE business coaching sessions with Faster WV Business Coach Barbie Wood!

These one-on-one coaching opportunities are designed to help you grow your business, tackle challenges, and explore new opportunities for success. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, Barbie is here to help!

📍 Free to attend
📅 Bi-monthly sessions
⏰ Personalized coaching for your business needs

To reserve your spot, contact us today!
📞 304-372-1151
📧 [email protected]

Don’t miss this great opportunity to invest in your business and your future!

05/08/2026

“As we look to the future, continued collaboration will be key. Whether it’s downtown revitalization, tourism promotion, workforce development, or infrastructure investment, the most effective solutions will come from working together.”

Economic development is often thought of as competition: cities vying for investment, visitors, and opportunity. But in Jackson County, a different model is taking shape: one rooted in collaboration, shared

05/04/2026

Our very own Executive Director, Veronica Lewis, will be there representing West Virginia and the Jackson County Development Authority, connecting with companies from around the globe and showcasing what makes our region stand out!