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Progress in the Panhandle
Revitalizing the Northern Panhandle
From significant urban development and tourism initiatives to the expansion of health care accessibility and thriving businesses , the Northern Panhandle has a vibrant future ahead .
Community Revitalization
In 2022 , Governor Jim Justice approved the bid award of $ 31.9 million for the Wheeling Streetscape Project . This project , scheduled to be completed by summer 2025 , will beautify downtown Wheeling by adding decorative traffic signals , plants and trees as well as brickwork along Main and Market streets and between 10th and 16th streets . ADA-compliant curb cuts and widened sidewalks are also part of the project .
“ The streetscape is absolutely transitional for downtown Wheeling and the region . Through his support of this vital project , Governor Jim Justice has created a foundation for future investment and supported our existing business community ,” says Josh Jefferson , president and CEO of the Regional Economic Development Partnership ( RED ). “ With significant community support , our businesses have stayed committed during construction to keeping their doors open . This project has created great opportunities for new businesses to see these improvements for the future of our region and say , ‘ We want to be part of that future .’”
In recent years , Wheeling and its surrounding cities have seen new businesses arise , such as Form Energy , Newbridge Academy for Kids , Waterfront Hall and Bridge Tavern & Grill .
Form Energy ’ s Factory 1 in Weirton , WV , is a 550,000-
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