Philippi Covered Bridge Audra State Park Alderson Broaddus University

Barbour County, West Virginia has one of the most unique and diversified business climates in America. This region, rich in Civil War history, hosts businesses ranging from Appalachian hardwoods to technology, innovation, and manufacturing. These businesses combine to support a thriving economy. The county offers an excellent educational base to support family-centered activities and many students, both local and international, attend Alderson Broaddus University, located at the county seat in Philippi.

The Barbour County Chamber of Commerce has the privilege of helping to advance business development in the county, by both expanding current businesses, and assisting new businesses entering the community.

The Barbour County Community Health Fair will be held Saturday, April 14, from 7 a.m. until Noon at Broaddus Hospital in Philippi.

Rick Rock, Director of the North Central West Virginia Airport Authority, will discuss the importance of our regional airport during the April meeting of the Barbour County Chamber of Commerce.  The public is invited.  Rock’s presentation will begin at noon on Thursday, April 12th in the private dining room of the Medallion Restaurant in Philippi. 

The Barbour County Prosecuting Attorney and Sickler Farm are the Barbour County Chamber of Commerce Members of the Month in March.  Thomas Hoxie, left, is the Prosecuting Attorney.  Lisa Sickler, right, is the co-owner of Sickler Farm.