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.

 

Superintendent of Schools Jeff Woofter, pictured seated right above, reported on the state of Barbour County schools during the November 19th meeting of the Barbour County Chamber of Commerce at the Medallion Restaurant in Philippi. 

The Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad, doing business as Mountain Rail Adventures, and the Barbour County Emergency Squad are the Barbour County Chamber of Commerce Members of the Month in December.

Dave’s Plumbing and Heating, doing business as DPH, and The Taylor Michael Insurance Agency, a Horace Mann Company, are the Barbour County Chamber of Commerce Members of the Month in November.