daily304 – Episode 07.09.2026

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Thursday, July 9, 2026. #1 – From WV SBDC – WV SBDC helps businesses succeed Across West Virginia, entrepreneurs are building successful companies with support from the West Virginia Small Business Development Center. Through one-on-one business coaching, specialized training, and technical assistance, the WV SBDC helps entrepreneurs navigate every stage of the business journey—from startup to expansion. Recent client success stories highlight businesses creating jobs, strengthening local economies, and bringing innovative ideas to market across the Mountain State. Learn more: https://wvsbdc.com/updates/success-stories/ #2 – From WV BUSINESSLINK – WV BusinessLink connects entrepreneurs Starting or growing a business can be challenging, but WV BusinessLink brings hundreds of resources together in one place. The online platform connects entrepreneurs with business planning tools, funding opportunities, mentors, training programs, legal assistance, workforce resources, and networking opportunities. Leaders say the service helps business owners quickly find the support they need to launch, grow, and strengthen their companies. Learn more: https://wvbusinesslink.com/ #3 – From WV E-SHIP E-SYSTEM – Entrepreneurship Ecosystem strengthens innovation West Virginia's Entrepreneurship Ecosystem is bringing together organizations from across the state to help innovators, startups, and small businesses succeed. The collaborative network connects economic development groups, universities, investors, business support organizations, and community partners to create stronger pathways for entrepreneurship. Supporters say the statewide approach is helping foster innovation while creating new opportunities for business growth and economic development throughout Almost Heaven. Learn more: https://www.wveshipecosystem.org/ Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty, and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.