The mission of the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority is to initiate, facilitate and support the community and economic development efforts within the counties of Fayette, Nicholas, Raleigh and Summers located in the New River Gorge region of West Virginia.
The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority (NRGRDA) breaks the mold of traditional economic development authorities by operating within a collaborative ecosystem of supporting programs to initiate, facilitate, and support local communities and economic growth.
The WV Hive Network connects entrepreneurs in Southern West Virginia with the tools they need to be successful, including business advising, technical assistance, access to Makerspace, and a statewide network of resources.
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DOWNLOAD FULL RFP PDF Issued By:New River Gorge Regional Development Authority200 Main StreetBeckley, WV 25801440.773.6031www.nrgrda.orgIssue Date: 11/01/2025Proposal Submission Deadline: 11/30/2025 1. Introduction and Background The New River Gorge region is
Oak Hill, W.Va. (February 9, 2026) – Rent A Son LLC in Oak Hill was named the 2025 Minority Small Business of the Year by the West Virginia Hive, the
From attracting millions in investment to building trails and launching new businesses, the NRGRDA and WV Hive helped Southern West Virginia thrive in 2024.
