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There’s a little known facility in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia that has been in operation for more than 60 years. The complex is known as the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL) and is located approximately 12 miles northeast of Keyser, West Virginia. ABL was established in 1943 to produce ammunition to support American troops during World War II.

West Virginia's Technology

West Virginia’s mountains and valleys are full of endless surprises. Wildlife roams freely through our forests, adventurous recreation awaits at every turn and the beauty of the changing seasons draws tourists from all over to experience the wonder of our spring and autumn colors. West Virginia’s workforce and work ethic is unmatched. The entrepreneurial spirit in the Mountain State is endless and unhindered by the current recession.

21st Century Ethics

In his 2003 book on business ethics entitled “There’s No Such Thing as Business Ethics,” John C. Maxwell wrote, “Most people are disgusted with the state of ethics in America. They are sick of dishonesty and unethical dealings.” While most people can agree with this sentiment, agreement on a solution is an altogether different issue. Twenty-first century organizations are often faced with a workforce lacking a solid ethical foundation.

The Brownfields: A Project of Revitalization

Across the nation, in both urban and rural settings, public officials, community leaders and developers are grappling with the challenges associated with brownfields—abandoned or underused and possibly contaminated industrial and commercial properties. These properties include formerly thriving industrial areas, gas stations and drycleaners, closed mines and timber mills and idle shopping centers and office buildings, many darkened in the current economic downturn. As many as 1 million brownfield sites may exist nationwide.

Business News

Combs named to WV Music Hall of Fame

December 16, 2009 · Larry Combs of Charleston has been named to the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame after three decades as principal clarinetist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

2010 FOCUS WV Brownfields

Foundation for Overcoming Challenges and Utilizing Strengths

The FOCUS West Virginia Brownfields Program provides up to $5,000 plus site redevelopment support to spur the completion of community-based brownfields projects throughout West Virginia.

Mountaineer World to “Kick Off” Holiday Shopping - Grand Opening, Nov. 27

Bridgeport, WV - Mountaineer World, the area’s newest West Virginia University mountaineer merchandise retailer, is gearing up for the holiday shopping season with a Grand Opening scheduled for Friday, November 27.

1,014 West Virginian’s Will Be Warmer This Winter

Together with fellow West Virginians, Wilson Martino Dental and TLC Dental ended their 2009 coat drive by collecting 1,014 coats.

Mayor’s Roundtable Comes To Wheeling

Wheeling, WV – City leaders from all over the State of West Virginia will be in Wheeling on Friday to meet with Mayor Andy McKenzie.

State Marketers (MSM) Offers A Free Webinar November 16th 12:00-1:00

Virginia companies are using social media to make a difference on bottom line business metrics.