Step into an evening of connection and community at the May Business After Hours hosted by Marshall University and Sodexo at the Memorial Student Center.

Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere while networking with fellow Chamber members, local professionals and community leaders in one of Marshall’s most vibrant gathering spaces.

Guests will have the chance to tour the facility’s event spaces and win exciting door prizes throughout the evening, including a mini fridge donated by Marshall Facilities and a wine basket donated by Sodexo.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience an engaging night on Marshall University’s campus.

CHAMBER NEWS

The Women's Impact Network held a sold-out panel discussion on Building a Positive Team Culture on Tuesday, May 19 at Mountwest Community & Technical College. The panel featured St. Mary's Medical Center President Angie Swearingen, Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce CEO Megan Archer, and Marshall University Women's Basketball Head Coach Julie Fulks, and was moderated by Michelle Goodman, chair of the Women's Impact Network and Director of Marketing at United Way of the River Cities.

We thank these strong leaders for sharing their expertise and experience with the Women's Impact Network, and a special shoutout to Kirtley Insurance for their lunch sponsorship.

The Huntington Regional Chamber team, along with several members of the Leadership Huntington Class of 2026, joined in the fun during Community Cares Week at Marshall University on Thursday, May 21. After a wonderful lunch at the Memorial Student Center, the team then headed to Joan C. Edwards Stadium where they pitched in by painting the goal posts for this upcoming football season. The Chamber was proud to bring together this group of community leaders to support this annual event.

CHAMBER EVENTS

Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of the Junior League of Huntington’s Period Pantry, a community initiative providing menstrual products to those in need. This special ribbon-cutting event is held in collaboration with United Way of the River Cities and the Cabell County Public Library.

All community members are invited to be a part of this meaningful community effort and support accessible period resources for everyone. 

Join the Huntington Regional Chamber for a dynamic Small Business Roundtable, powered by Huntington National Bank, focused on the power of revitalization and the collaborations that help local businesses thrive. This roundtable session will kick off with a tour of Central City followed by a panel discussion led by Lauren Kemp, Executive Director of RenewAll. The panel will feature Central City business leaders who will discuss how local partnerships have strengthened Huntington’s Central City district, supported entrepreneurship, and created a vibrant business community. 

Following the discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with fellow small business leaders, exchange ideas, and explore ways communities can work together to support local growth, investment, and long-term success.

Join us for an exciting collaborative networking event featuring Up Next Charlie West, Putnam CREW, Huntington Young Professionals, and Counsel Connections members. Meet-Up 64 is the premier networking series along the I-64 corridor. This event is FREE and will be a great opportunity to connect with young professionals from the entire Metro Valley!

Location

FireSide Grille

439 WV-34, Hurricane, 25526

Date & time

Jun 9, 2026 at 5:30pm–Jun 9, 2026 at 8:00pm EDT ET

MEMBER NEWS

Mountwest Community & Technical College and Cabell County Schools announced a strategic partnership that will allow students at the Woody Williams Center for Advanced Learning and Careers to earn college credit while completing their Practical Nursing certification. 

The program has been approved by the Higher Learning Commission, a step that will allow students to qualify for federal financial aid, transfer credits, and additional educational benefits. Students who successfully complete the program will graduate with a one-year certificate and will be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) for state LPN licensure.

“Partnerships like this are critical to expanding educational and workforce opportunities for students across our region,” said Dr. Josh Baker, President of Mountwest Community & Technical College. “These students are already completing the rigorous coursework and hands-on training required to earn their Practical Nursing certification, and we believe they should also receive college credit for that work. We look forward to building even more opportunities with Cabell County Schools in the future.”

“Collaborating with Mountwest to help our adult Practical Nursing students get the most out of their learning experiences is truly a win-win for everyone," said Tim Hardesty, Superintendent. "We are grateful to Dr. Baker and his team as well as the West Virginia Department of Education for making this possible for our students. We look forward to continued and expanded collaborations, which will allow us to provide hands-on, authentic learning experiences coupled with collegiate credit to more students in broader programs of study."

Enrollment is now open for the July 6 class start date. Prospective students must pass the TEAS exam by May 29th to be eligible for admission. For more information about the program and to schedule testing, click the button below or contact Tara Stevens at tara.stevens@wvesc.org.

Valley Health Systems celebrated a major milestone Wednesday, May 20, welcoming more than 100 guests to a community open house at the expanded Pea Ridge Medical Complex, showcasing a transformative project that reflects the organization’s ongoing commitment to coordinated, high-quality healthcare across the region.

Located at 4270 U.S. Route 60 in Huntington, the Pea Ridge Medical Complex is now home to approximately 90,000 square feet of healthcare services and administrative operations. The complex is open 45 hours each week to serve patients across the Tri-State area and employs more than 200 people.

Originally home to administrative offices, marketing and billing departments, and OB/GYN services, Valley Health began planning for a major expansion of the Pea Ridge campus in 2024. Twenty months later, the vision has become reality with the addition of more than 40,000 square feet of new space.

Congratulations to Valley Health on this wonderful expansion!

Join Lauren and Makenzie on Monday, June 8th for a quick session at 5 p.m. designed to answer any of your questions about our upcoming August training.

If you’ve always wanted to know what yoga teacher training entails and what you’ll learn (which is so much more than how to teach yoga postures), join us for this short and sweet meeting. 

Lauren and Makenzie will help you understand whether this training is the right fit for you while answering any questions you may have.If you are planning to start our 200-hour YTT in August or are still on the fence, this session is for you. 

We’ll see you at 5 PM on June 8th. 

There is no charge to attend this session other than your time and energy—and we promise it will be worth it! Learn more at the button below!

Any guest at Sandy's Racing & Gaming on Monday, May 25th will get a free American Flag at our front security podium while supplies last.

Please join us on May 26th at 10 AM, where BTR Communities—an initiative of Branches Domestic Violence Shelter—will offer training on building trauma-responsive practices into services. This session will highlight practical ways professionals can strengthen their work by integrating trauma-responsive approaches that better support individuals and families.

The training will be held at MountWest Community and Technical College in room G07A. Register with the button below!

You are invited to join the St. Mary Medical Center School of Nursing as we celebrate 100 years of educating the next generation of nurses!

DATE: Wednesday, May 27

TIME: 11:00 AM

LOCATION: St. Mary's Conference Center - 2853 5th Ave. Huntington, WV. 25702

Join us as we celebrate this incredible milestone!

Join us this Saturday, May 30th at Willow Ridge Events for an unforgettable evening featuring dinner, an open bar, live entertainment, dancing, silent auction, exciting guest games, and crowd-favorite performances including DTC’s Local Celebrity Lip-Sync Battle and the all-new Stormin' the Stage dance battle featuring The University of Rio Grande's football team and cheerleaders.

Most importantly, proceeds support the life-changing therapy services Developmental Therapy Center provides to children and adults with disabilities throughout the region.

Limited admissions remain, and once sales close Wednesday evening, additional admissions will not be released. Purchase tickets at the button below!

Join Hospice of Huntington for a special celebration honoring the 20th Anniversary of the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House on Thursday, June 4, at 4:30 p.m.

The community is invited to tour the Hospice House and its peaceful gardens while discovering what makes this place so meaningful to the patients and families it serves. During a brief program, guests will hear reflections from Hospice and community leaders and join us in remembering the lives of those cared for at the Emogene Dolin Jones Hospice House.

Experience an unforgettable evening of live music, shared laughter, and meaningful impact at Keys for a Cause: A Dueling Pianos Show 🎤✨ This lively fundraiser features the nationally recognized Piano Maniacs, delivering an interactive performance full of audience participation, sing‑along favorites, and friendly musical competition 🎵

The evening begins with a welcome reception, followed by food and sweet treats 🍰, leading into a high‑energy dueling pianos show that will keep you engaged all night long 🎹

Business casual attire is encouraged 👗👔

💙 Want to make an even bigger impact?

Donate a Client Ticket — $55 🎟

Your gift helps provide individuals in recovery the opportunity to experience a night of music, connection, and community—creating moments of hope and belonging 🌟

All proceeds benefit Recovery Point Parkersburg, supporting peer‑driven, long‑term residential recovery services provided at no cost to those seeking freedom from substance use disorder.

🎟 Click the button below to purchase tickets, become a sponsor, or make a donation!

Dress for Success River Cities is hosting their semi-annual FAB Sale on Saturday, June 6^th from 10am to 3pm at their boutique located at 541 9^th Street in Huntington. Proceeds from our FAB sales go to support local women achieve financial mobility and become successful members of their community. Questions? Call Sara at 304-522-3011

The 2026 Small Communities, BIG Solutions Conference returns to Huntington on July 8th, bringing together leaders, innovators, and community members from across West Virginia and Appalachia for a day of connection, collaboration, and ideas that move communities forward. Centered around this year’s theme, “Powered by Purpose,” the conference will highlight inspiring work happening in West Virginia through sessions focused on workforce development, entrepreneurship, revitalization, and community-driven solutions.

Hosted by the Alliance for the Economic Development of Southern West Virginia, Coalfield Development, The Community Development Hub, and Generation West Virginia, the conference continues to showcase how small communities across Appalachia are creating big impact. 

Marshall University's June Harless Center is celebrating 20 years of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in West Virginia, and we hope this year's fundraiser will be our biggest and best yet! 

Enjoy this family-friendly event with music, vendors, and prizes for Best Dressed Dolly contest in adult, child, and Doggy Parton categories!

Register at tristateracer.com/dollydash2026 

Each registration sponsors a child’s one year enrollment and includes the 20th anniversary commemorative t-shirt!

Be A Valued Sponsor - Dolly Dash 5K Race For Reading - 20th Anniversary!

Click the link to check out our sponsorship levels and perks, including the commemorative 20th Anniversary t-shirt design. 

Every year, over 50,000 children statewide receive a monthly delivery of a brand-new, high-quality, professionally selected book comprising their very own home library promoting early literacy, school readiness, long-term academic achievement, and lifetime success including substance use prevention. 

With increased postage costs, we are faced with challenges to sustain this impactful program and need your support. All proceeds directly purchase and deliver books to West Virginia’s youngest learners.

Want to be part of the action at every concert, convention, and live event? We’re looking for energetic, reliable bartenders to join our arena team!

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love creating great guest experiences, and want flexible event-based scheduling, we’d love to meet you!

• Must be 21+ to apply
• Offering competitive hourly pay plus tips
• Exciting atmosphere
• Pour drinks. See shows. Get paid.

Apply at the button below today and help us bring unforgettable nights to life!

The Business Retention and Expansion Manager works under the direction of the HADCO President & CEO and the Executive Director. The BR&E Manager will manage, coordinate, and implement programs and projects that support the retention and expansion of businesses in Cabell and Wayne Counties. This role will also assist with economic development projects as it pertains to business retention and expansion, including supporting the growth of targeted industries in the HADCO service area.

Comedian Jordan Jensen has announced she will be bringing her new stand-up comedy tour to the Charleston Theater in Charleston, WV on October 21.  

Tickets will be available starting Wednesday, May 20th during pre-sales at 10AM local time, before the general on sale starts this Friday, May 22nd, at 10AM local time. Tickets and all tour information can be found at the button below!

As you begin preparing your 2025-2026 marketing strategy, the Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce invites you to explore our Sponsorship Investment Guide. This comprehensive resource outlines all remaining sponsorship opportunities available throughout the year.

We are deeply grateful to our sponsors and investors whose continued support helps drive the Chamber’s mission forward.

For questions or to discuss custom sponsorship packages, contact Megan Archer at megan@huntingtonchamber.org.

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