CUNNINGHAM HOUSE AND OUTBUILDINGS

NAPIER, WV

20230525-USDA-RD-WV-LSC-0713 180-degree aerial view of downtown Gassaway, WV, on May 25, 2023. The new Elk River Trails, part of the Pioneer Trails Network runs through Gassaway. This trail follows a former railway and train station that has now been transformed into an event center with an event field and bandstand. It connects various towns and offers scenic pathways, making it an ideal spot for hikers, bikers, and runners to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The 73-mile Elk River trail winds through Braxton and Clay County, and the 102-mile Elk River Water Trail flows from Sutton to Charleston, WV. These trails are included in the Pioneer Trail Network that connects to the Ohio River. A study stated that for the Elk River Trails, a 4-million dollar investment into the four trail towns of Gassaway, Clay, Sutton, and Clendenin during the next 10 years could result in more than 390 million dollars in economic impact in the region over 15 years. The river provides excellent fishing opportunities and is ideal for leisure floating and kayaking. Unlike the whitewater rivers in West Virginia, this river is family-friendly and can be safely navigated by users of all ages and abilities. Nicholas and Webster counties are both working on enhancing their recreation amenities and improving connectivity to Snowshoe Resort to take advantage of an established recreation hub. Every county or community has the opportunity to create recreation-related businesses such as rental shops, restaurants, and commercial and lodging establishments and to showcase local artisans, musicians, and unique town history. This project aims to provide infrastructure and support services for community and economic development in all trail town communities within the Pioneer Network. The goal is to develop trail towns in the Pioneer Network region by leveraging the state's thriving tourism industry. The approach will be comprehensive and regional, with an emphasis on distressed counties. It will include infrastructure development, facility construction, and ancillary activities necessary to create prosperous and thriving communities. The strategies used will address various needs identified by communities and can involve county, state, and federal entities. The strategy builds on the success of Advantage Valley's FASTER WV initiative to facilitate the start-up and expansion of businesses with: 1.Develop marketing materials to recruit Elk River Trails entrepreneurs and support existing businesses. 2.Place business outreach ambassadors in Braxton and Clay Counties to recruit and link entrepreneurs to FASTER WV and other resources. 3.Provide coaching and technical assistance awards to help entrepreneurs' start-up efforts. These awards can support training, marketing, and other essential aspects of starting a business. 4.Implement community improvement projects to make the trail towns more attractive for tourists. 5.Implement a façade renovation grant program for "Main Street" businesses. Their strategy is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD), Rural Partners Network (RPN) SMART project approach. This approach has four key strategies, namely: 1. Building on each region's competitive advantage and leveraging the marketplace 2. Establishing and maintaining a robust regional infrastructure 3. Creating revitalized, healthy, and resilient communities 4. Developing talented and innovative people. ----- RPN The Rural Partners Network (RPN) is a government program that aims to assist rural communities in finding resources and funding to create job opportunities, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability. This network comprises federal agencies and commissions that work directly with rural communities to enhance their prosperity through job creation, infrastructure development, and community improvement. Led by USDA Rural Development, members of the RPN collaborate to identify resources to help rural people build the futures they envision for the unique places they call home. RPN deploys federal staff to selected RPN Community Networks located across the United States. These RPN Liaisons collaborate with small, rural communities to understand their needs and the importance of leveraging the programs and resources of various funders and assistance providers to achieve their goals. The Liaisons provide assistance to local individuals in navigating programs, building relationships, and identifying community-driven solutions. Participating RPN agencies and offices (rural.gov/about#block-views-block-partners-partners-listing) are also joining forces to promote rural priorities as federal programs and policies are developed to address funding gaps, increase access to technical assistance and ensure equitable access to federal funding. For more information, please go to RURAL.gov, the official website of the Rural Partners Network. Courtesy Media by Lance Cheung.
20230525-USDA-RD-WV-LSC-0713 Credit: USDAgov

Cunningham House and Outbuildings is a historic property located in Napier, West Virginia. The property consists of a two-story wooden house with a gabled roof and several outbuildings including a barn, smokehouse, and chicken coop. The house was built in the late 1800s and features a wrap-around porch with turned posts and decorative balustrades.

The interior of the house has been well-preserved and features original hardwood floors, ornate moldings, and high ceilings. The first floor includes a large parlor, dining room, and kitchen, while the second floor has four bedrooms and a central hallway.

The outbuildings on the property were used for various purposes including storing food and livestock. The barn is a large wooden structure with a gambrel roof and features stalls for horses and cows. The smokehouse is a smaller building used for smoking meat, while the chicken coop is a small wooden structure with a sloping roof.

Cunningham House and Outbuildings is a testament to the history of rural West Virginia and is a popular destination for those interested in historic architecture and rural life. The property has been well-maintained and is open to the public for tours and events.

CUNNINGHAM HOUSE AND OUTBUILDINGS is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NAPIER WV. US MID #8405400036

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

20230525-USDA-RD-WV-LSC-0713 180-degree aerial view of downtown Gassaway, WV, on May 25, 2023. The new Elk River Trails, part of the Pioneer Trails Network runs through Gassaway. This trail follows a former railway and train station that has now been transformed into an event center with an event field and bandstand. It connects various towns and offers scenic pathways, making it an ideal spot for hikers, bikers, and runners to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The 73-mile Elk River trail winds through Braxton and Clay County, and the 102-mile Elk River Water Trail flows from Sutton to Charleston, WV. These trails are included in the Pioneer Trail Network that connects to the Ohio River. A study stated that for the Elk River Trails, a 4-million dollar investment into the four trail towns of Gassaway, Clay, Sutton, and Clendenin during the next 10 years could result in more than 390 million dollars in economic impact in the region over 15 years. The river provides excellent fishing opportunities and is ideal for leisure floating and kayaking. Unlike the whitewater rivers in West Virginia, this river is family-friendly and can be safely navigated by users of all ages and abilities. Nicholas and Webster counties are both working on enhancing their recreation amenities and improving connectivity to Snowshoe Resort to take advantage of an established recreation hub. Every county or community has the opportunity to create recreation-related businesses such as rental shops, restaurants, and commercial and lodging establishments and to showcase local artisans, musicians, and unique town history. This project aims to provide infrastructure and support services for community and economic development in all trail town communities within the Pioneer Network. The goal is to develop trail towns in the Pioneer Network region by leveraging the state's thriving tourism industry. The approach will be comprehensive and regional, with an emphasis on distressed counties. It will include infrastructure development, facility construction, and ancillary activities necessary to create prosperous and thriving communities. The strategies used will address various needs identified by communities and can involve county, state, and federal entities. The strategy builds on the success of Advantage Valley's FASTER WV initiative to facilitate the start-up and expansion of businesses with: 1.Develop marketing materials to recruit Elk River Trails entrepreneurs and support existing businesses. 2.Place business outreach ambassadors in Braxton and Clay Counties to recruit and link entrepreneurs to FASTER WV and other resources. 3.Provide coaching and technical assistance awards to help entrepreneurs' start-up efforts. These awards can support training, marketing, and other essential aspects of starting a business. 4.Implement community improvement projects to make the trail towns more attractive for tourists. 5.Implement a façade renovation grant program for "Main Street" businesses. Their strategy is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD), Rural Partners Network (RPN) SMART project approach. This approach has four key strategies, namely: 1. Building on each region's competitive advantage and leveraging the marketplace 2. Establishing and maintaining a robust regional infrastructure 3. Creating revitalized, healthy, and resilient communities 4. Developing talented and innovative people. ----- RPN The Rural Partners Network (RPN) is a government program that aims to assist rural communities in finding resources and funding to create job opportunities, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability. This network comprises federal agencies and commissions that work directly with rural communities to enhance their prosperity through job creation, infrastructure development, and community improvement. Led by USDA Rural Development, members of the RPN collaborate to identify resources to help rural people build the futures they envision for the unique places they call home. RPN deploys federal staff to selected RPN Community Networks located across the United States. These RPN Liaisons collaborate with small, rural communities to understand their needs and the importance of leveraging the programs and resources of various funders and assistance providers to achieve their goals. The Liaisons provide assistance to local individuals in navigating programs, building relationships, and identifying community-driven solutions. Participating RPN agencies and offices (rural.gov/about#block-views-block-partners-partners-listing) are also joining forces to promote rural priorities as federal programs and policies are developed to address funding gaps, increase access to technical assistance and ensure equitable access to federal funding. For more information, please go to RURAL.gov, the official website of the Rural Partners Network. Courtesy Media by Lance Cheung.
20230525-USDA-RD-WV-LSC-0705 Aerial view of downtown Gassaway, WV, on May 25, 2023. The new Elk River Trails, part of the Pioneer Trails Network runs through Gassaway. This trail follows a former railway and train station that has now been transformed into an event center with an event field and bandstand. It connects various towns and offers scenic pathways, making it an ideal spot for hikers, bikers, and runners to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The 73-mile Elk River trail winds through Braxton and Clay County, and the 102-mile Elk River Water Trail flows from Sutton to Charleston, WV. These trails are included in the Pioneer Trail Network that connects to the Ohio River. A study stated that for the Elk River Trails, a 4-million dollar investment into the four trail towns of Gassaway, Clay, Sutton, and Clendenin during the next 10 years could result in more than 390 million dollars in economic impact in the region over 15 years. The river provides excellent fishing opportunities and is ideal for leisure floating and kayaking. Unlike the whitewater rivers in West Virginia, this river is family-friendly and can be safely navigated by users of all ages and abilities. Nicholas and Webster counties are both working on enhancing their recreation amenities and improving connectivity to Snowshoe Resort to take advantage of an established recreation hub. Every county or community has the opportunity to create recreation-related businesses such as rental shops, restaurants, and commercial and lodging establishments and to showcase local artisans, musicians, and unique town history. This project aims to provide infrastructure and support services for community and economic development in all trail town communities within the Pioneer Network. The goal is to develop trail towns in the Pioneer Network region by leveraging the state's thriving tourism industry. The approach will be comprehensive and regional, with an emphasis on distressed counties. It will include infrastructure development, facility construction, and ancillary activities necessary to create prosperous and thriving communities. The strategies used will address various needs identified by communities and can involve county, state, and federal entities. The strategy builds on the success of Advantage Valley's FASTER WV initiative to facilitate the start-up and expansion of businesses with: 1.Develop marketing materials to recruit Elk River Trails entrepreneurs and support existing businesses. 2.Place business outreach ambassadors in Braxton and Clay Counties to recruit and link entrepreneurs to FASTER WV and other resources. 3.Provide coaching and technical assistance awards to help entrepreneurs' start-up efforts. These awards can support training, marketing, and other essential aspects of starting a business. 4.Implement community improvement projects to make the trail towns more attractive for tourists. 5.Implement a façade renovation grant program for "Main Street" businesses. Their strategy is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD), Rural Partners Network (RPN) SMART project approach. This approach has four key strategies, namely: 1. Building on each region's competitive advantage and leveraging the marketplace 2. Establishing and maintaining a robust regional infrastructure 3. Creating revitalized, healthy, and resilient communities 4. Developing talented and innovative people. ----- RPN The Rural Partners Network (RPN) is a government program that aims to assist rural communities in finding resources and funding to create job opportunities, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability. This network comprises federal agencies and commissions that work directly with rural communities to enhance their prosperity through job creation, infrastructure development, and community improvement. Led by USDA Rural Development, members of the RPN collaborate to identify resources to help rural people build the futures they envision for the unique places they call home. RPN deploys federal staff to selected RPN Community Networks located across the United States. These RPN Liaisons collaborate with small, rural communities to understand their needs and the importance of leveraging the programs and resources of various funders and assistance providers to achieve their goals. The Liaisons provide assistance to local individuals in navigating programs, building relationships, and identifying community-driven solutions. Participating RPN agencies and offices (rural.gov/about#block-views-block-partners-partners-listing) are also joining forces to promote rural priorities as federal programs and policies are developed to address funding gaps, increase access to technical assistance and ensure equitable access to federal funding. For more information, please go to RURAL.gov, the official website of the Rural Partners Network. Courtesy Media by Lance Cheung.
20230525-USDA-RD-WV-LSC-0690 Aerial view of downtown Gassaway, WV, on May 25, 2023. The new Elk River Trails, part of the Pioneer Trails Network runs through Gassaway. This trail follows a former railway and train station that has now been transformed into an event center with an event field and bandstand. It connects various towns and offers scenic pathways, making it an ideal spot for hikers, bikers, and runners to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The 73-mile Elk River trail winds through Braxton and Clay County, and the 102-mile Elk River Water Trail flows from Sutton to Charleston, WV. These trails are included in the Pioneer Trail Network that connects to the Ohio River. A study stated that for the Elk River Trails, a 4-million dollar investment into the four trail towns of Gassaway, Clay, Sutton, and Clendenin during the next 10 years could result in more than 390 million dollars in economic impact in the region over 15 years. The river provides excellent fishing opportunities and is ideal for leisure floating and kayaking. Unlike the whitewater rivers in West Virginia, this river is family-friendly and can be safely navigated by users of all ages and abilities. Nicholas and Webster counties are both working on enhancing their recreation amenities and improving connectivity to Snowshoe Resort to take advantage of an established recreation hub. Every county or community has the opportunity to create recreation-related businesses such as rental shops, restaurants, and commercial and lodging establishments and to showcase local artisans, musicians, and unique town history. This project aims to provide infrastructure and support services for community and economic development in all trail town communities within the Pioneer Network. The goal is to develop trail towns in the Pioneer Network region by leveraging the state's thriving tourism industry. The approach will be comprehensive and regional, with an emphasis on distressed counties. It will include infrastructure development, facility construction, and ancillary activities necessary to create prosperous and thriving communities. The strategies used will address various needs identified by communities and can involve county, state, and federal entities. The strategy builds on the success of Advantage Valley's FASTER WV initiative to facilitate the start-up and expansion of businesses with: 1.Develop marketing materials to recruit Elk River Trails entrepreneurs and support existing businesses. 2.Place business outreach ambassadors in Braxton and Clay Counties to recruit and link entrepreneurs to FASTER WV and other resources. 3.Provide coaching and technical assistance awards to help entrepreneurs' start-up efforts. These awards can support training, marketing, and other essential aspects of starting a business. 4.Implement community improvement projects to make the trail towns more attractive for tourists. 5.Implement a façade renovation grant program for "Main Street" businesses. Their strategy is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD), Rural Partners Network (RPN) SMART project approach. This approach has four key strategies, namely: 1. Building on each region's competitive advantage and leveraging the marketplace 2. Establishing and maintaining a robust regional infrastructure 3. Creating revitalized, healthy, and resilient communities 4. Developing talented and innovative people. ----- RPN The Rural Partners Network (RPN) is a government program that aims to assist rural communities in finding resources and funding to create job opportunities, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability. This network comprises federal agencies and commissions that work directly with rural communities to enhance their prosperity through job creation, infrastructure development, and community improvement. Led by USDA Rural Development, members of the RPN collaborate to identify resources to help rural people build the futures they envision for the unique places they call home. RPN deploys federal staff to selected RPN Community Networks located across the United States. These RPN Liaisons collaborate with small, rural communities to understand their needs and the importance of leveraging the programs and resources of various funders and assistance providers to achieve their goals. The Liaisons provide assistance to local individuals in navigating programs, building relationships, and identifying community-driven solutions. Participating RPN agencies and offices (rural.gov/about#block-views-block-partners-partners-listing) are also joining forces to promote rural priorities as federal programs and policies are developed to address funding gaps, increase access to technical assistance and ensure equitable access to federal funding. For more information, please go to RURAL.gov, the official website of the Rural Partners Network. Courtesy Media by Lance Cheung.
20230525-USDA-RD-WV-LSC-0716 Aerial view of downtown Gassaway, WV, on May 25, 2023. The new Elk River Trails, part of the Pioneer Trails Network runs through Gassaway. This trail follows a former railway and train station that has now been transformed into an event center with an event field and bandstand. It connects various towns and offers scenic pathways, making it an ideal spot for hikers, bikers, and runners to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The 73-mile Elk River trail winds through Braxton and Clay County, and the 102-mile Elk River Water Trail flows from Sutton to Charleston, WV. These trails are included in the Pioneer Trail Network that connects to the Ohio River. A study stated that for the Elk River Trails, a 4-million dollar investment into the four trail towns of Gassaway, Clay, Sutton, and Clendenin during the next 10 years could result in more than 390 million dollars in economic impact in the region over 15 years. The river provides excellent fishing opportunities and is ideal for leisure floating and kayaking. Unlike the whitewater rivers in West Virginia, this river is family-friendly and can be safely navigated by users of all ages and abilities. Nicholas and Webster counties are both working on enhancing their recreation amenities and improving connectivity to Snowshoe Resort to take advantage of an established recreation hub. Every county or community has the opportunity to create recreation-related businesses such as rental shops, restaurants, and commercial and lodging establishments and to showcase local artisans, musicians, and unique town history. This project aims to provide infrastructure and support services for community and economic development in all trail town communities within the Pioneer Network. The goal is to develop trail towns in the Pioneer Network region by leveraging the state's thriving tourism industry. The approach will be comprehensive and regional, with an emphasis on distressed counties. It will include infrastructure development, facility construction, and ancillary activities necessary to create prosperous and thriving communities. The strategies used will address various needs identified by communities and can involve county, state, and federal entities. The strategy builds on the success of Advantage Valley's FASTER WV initiative to facilitate the start-up and expansion of businesses with: 1.Develop marketing materials to recruit Elk River Trails entrepreneurs and support existing businesses. 2.Place business outreach ambassadors in Braxton and Clay Counties to recruit and link entrepreneurs to FASTER WV and other resources. 3.Provide coaching and technical assistance awards to help entrepreneurs' start-up efforts. These awards can support training, marketing, and other essential aspects of starting a business. 4.Implement community improvement projects to make the trail towns more attractive for tourists. 5.Implement a façade renovation grant program for "Main Street" businesses. Their strategy is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD), Rural Partners Network (RPN) SMART project approach. This approach has four key strategies, namely: 1. Building on each region's competitive advantage and leveraging the marketplace 2. Establishing and maintaining a robust regional infrastructure 3. Creating revitalized, healthy, and resilient communities 4. Developing talented and innovative people. ----- RPN The Rural Partners Network (RPN) is a government program that aims to assist rural communities in finding resources and funding to create job opportunities, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability. This network comprises federal agencies and commissions that work directly with rural communities to enhance their prosperity through job creation, infrastructure development, and community improvement. Led by USDA Rural Development, members of the RPN collaborate to identify resources to help rural people build the futures they envision for the unique places they call home. RPN deploys federal staff to selected RPN Community Networks located across the United States. These RPN Liaisons collaborate with small, rural communities to understand their needs and the importance of leveraging the programs and resources of various funders and assistance providers to achieve their goals. The Liaisons provide assistance to local individuals in navigating programs, building relationships, and identifying community-driven solutions. Participating RPN agencies and offices (rural.gov/about#block-views-block-partners-partners-listing) are also joining forces to promote rural priorities as federal programs and policies are developed to address funding gaps, increase access to technical assistance and ensure equitable access to federal funding. For more information, please go to RURAL.gov, the official website of the Rural Partners Network. Courtesy Media by Lance Cheung.
20230525-USDA-RD-WV-LSC-0724 Downtown Gassaway, WV, on May 25, 2023. The new Elk River Trails, part of the Pioneer Trails Network runs through Gassaway. This trail follows a former railway and train station that has now been transformed into an event center with an event field and bandstand. It connects various towns and offers scenic pathways, making it an ideal spot for hikers, bikers, and runners to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The 73-mile Elk River trail winds through Braxton and Clay County, and the 102-mile Elk River Water Trail flows from Sutton to Charleston, WV. These trails are included in the Pioneer Trail Network that connects to the Ohio River. A study stated that for the Elk River Trails, a 4-million dollar investment into the four trail towns of Gassaway, Clay, Sutton, and Clendenin during the next 10 years could result in more than 390 million dollars in economic impact in the region over 15 years. The river provides excellent fishing opportunities and is ideal for leisure floating and kayaking. Unlike the whitewater rivers in West Virginia, this river is family-friendly and can be safely navigated by users of all ages and abilities. Nicholas and Webster counties are both working on enhancing their recreation amenities and improving connectivity to Snowshoe Resort to take advantage of an established recreation hub. Every county or community has the opportunity to create recreation-related businesses such as rental shops, restaurants, and commercial and lodging establishments and to showcase local artisans, musicians, and unique town history. This project aims to provide infrastructure and support services for community and economic development in all trail town communities within the Pioneer Network. The goal is to develop trail towns in the Pioneer Network region by leveraging the state's thriving tourism industry. The approach will be comprehensive and regional, with an emphasis on distressed counties. It will include infrastructure development, facility construction, and ancillary activities necessary to create prosperous and thriving communities. The strategies used will address various needs identified by communities and can involve county, state, and federal entities. The strategy builds on the success of Advantage Valley's FASTER WV initiative to facilitate the start-up and expansion of businesses with: 1.Develop marketing materials to recruit Elk River Trails entrepreneurs and support existing businesses. 2.Place business outreach ambassadors in Braxton and Clay Counties to recruit and link entrepreneurs to FASTER WV and other resources. 3.Provide coaching and technical assistance awards to help entrepreneurs' start-up efforts. These awards can support training, marketing, and other essential aspects of starting a business. 4.Implement community improvement projects to make the trail towns more attractive for tourists. 5.Implement a façade renovation grant program for "Main Street" businesses. Their strategy is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD), Rural Partners Network (RPN) SMART project approach. This approach has four key strategies, namely: 1. Building on each region's competitive advantage and leveraging the marketplace 2. Establishing and maintaining a robust regional infrastructure 3. Creating revitalized, healthy, and resilient communities 4. Developing talented and innovative people. ----- RPN The Rural Partners Network (RPN) is a government program that aims to assist rural communities in finding resources and funding to create job opportunities, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability. This network comprises federal agencies and commissions that work directly with rural communities to enhance their prosperity through job creation, infrastructure development, and community improvement. Led by USDA Rural Development, members of the RPN collaborate to identify resources to help rural people build the futures they envision for the unique places they call home. RPN deploys federal staff to selected RPN Community Networks located across the United States. These RPN Liaisons collaborate with small, rural communities to understand their needs and the importance of leveraging the programs and resources of various funders and assistance providers to achieve their goals. The Liaisons provide assistance to local individuals in navigating programs, building relationships, and identifying community-driven solutions. Participating RPN agencies and offices (rural.gov/about#block-views-block-partners-partners-listing) are also joining forces to promote rural priorities as federal programs and policies are developed to address funding gaps, increase access to technical assistance and ensure equitable access to federal funding. For more information, please go to RURAL.gov, the official website of the Rural Partners Network. USDA Media by Lance Cheung.
20230525-USDA-RD-WV-LSC-0752 Aerial view of the former train station in downtown Gassaway, WV, on May 25, 2023. The new Elk River Trails, part of the Pioneer Trails Network runs through Gassaway. This trail follows a former railway and train station that has now been transformed into an event center with an event field and bandstand. It connects various towns and offers scenic pathways, making it an ideal spot for hikers, bikers, and runners to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The 73-mile Elk River trail winds through Braxton and Clay County, and the 102-mile Elk River Water Trail flows from Sutton to Charleston, WV. These trails are included in the Pioneer Trail Network that connects to the Ohio River. A study stated that for the Elk River Trails, a 4-million dollar investment into the four trail towns of Gassaway, Clay, Sutton, and Clendenin during the next 10 years could result in more than 390 million dollars in economic impact in the region over 15 years. The river provides excellent fishing opportunities and is ideal for leisure floating and kayaking. Unlike the whitewater rivers in West Virginia, this river is family-friendly and can be safely navigated by users of all ages and abilities. Nicholas and Webster counties are both working on enhancing their recreation amenities and improving connectivity to Snowshoe Resort to take advantage of an established recreation hub. Every county or community has the opportunity to create recreation-related businesses such as rental shops, restaurants, and commercial and lodging establishments and to showcase local artisans, musicians, and unique town history. This project aims to provide infrastructure and support services for community and economic development in all trail town communities within the Pioneer Network. The goal is to develop trail towns in the Pioneer Network region by leveraging the state's thriving tourism industry. The approach will be comprehensive and regional, with an emphasis on distressed counties. It will include infrastructure development, facility construction, and ancillary activities necessary to create prosperous and thriving communities. The strategies used will address various needs identified by communities and can involve county, state, and federal entities. The strategy builds on the success of Advantage Valley's FASTER WV initiative to facilitate the start-up and expansion of businesses with: 1.Develop marketing materials to recruit Elk River Trails entrepreneurs and support existing businesses. 2.Place business outreach ambassadors in Braxton and Clay Counties to recruit and link entrepreneurs to FASTER WV and other resources. 3.Provide coaching and technical assistance awards to help entrepreneurs' start-up efforts. These awards can support training, marketing, and other essential aspects of starting a business. 4.Implement community improvement projects to make the trail towns more attractive for tourists. 5.Implement a façade renovation grant program for "Main Street" businesses. Their strategy is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD), Rural Partners Network (RPN) SMART project approach. This approach has four key strategies, namely: 1. Building on each region's competitive advantage and leveraging the marketplace 2. Establishing and maintaining a robust regional infrastructure 3. Creating revitalized, healthy, and resilient communities 4. Developing talented and innovative people. ----- RPN The Rural Partners Network (RPN) is a government program that aims to assist rural communities in finding resources and funding to create job opportunities, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability. This network comprises federal agencies and commissions that work directly with rural communities to enhance their prosperity through job creation, infrastructure development, and community improvement. Led by USDA Rural Development, members of the RPN collaborate to identify resources to help rural people build the futures they envision for the unique places they call home. RPN deploys federal staff to selected RPN Community Networks located across the United States. These RPN Liaisons collaborate with small, rural communities to understand their needs and the importance of leveraging the programs and resources of various funders and assistance providers to achieve their goals. The Liaisons provide assistance to local individuals in navigating programs, building relationships, and identifying community-driven solutions. Participating RPN agencies and offices (rural.gov/about#block-views-block-partners-partners-listing) are also joining forces to promote rural priorities as federal programs and policies are developed to address funding gaps, increase access to technical assistance and ensure equitable access to federal funding. For more information, please go to RURAL.gov, the official website of the Rural Partners Network. USDA Media by Lance Cheung.
20230525-USDA-RD-WV-LSC-1257 Welcome signs for the town of Glennville, in Gilmer County, WV, on May 25, 2023. Glenville is the county seat of the county. Here, Gilmer County Economic Development Authority President Jeff Campbell at the Little Kanawha Water Trail located near the Glenville Truss Bridge in downtown Glenville, WV, on May 25, 2023, discussed the benefits of building an open amphitheater at the bridge's anchorage and improving the Pioneer Trail Network in Gilmer County. The goal of the project is to enhance the region's competitive advantage in the recreational marketplace and take advantage of having the Pioneer Trails pass through several towns along the Little Kanawha Water Trail. Campbell highlighted how this initiative will bring economic, community, cultural, and recreational benefits to the region. Their strategy is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD), Rural Partners Network (RPN) SMART project approach. This approach has four key strategies, namely: 1. Building on each region's competitive advantage and leveraging the marketplace 2. Establishing and maintaining a robust regional infrastructure 3. Creating revitalized, healthy, and resilient communities 4. Developing talented and innovative people. RPN The Rural Partners Network (RPN) is a government program that aims to assist rural communities in finding resources and funding to create job opportunities, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability. This network comprises federal agencies and commissions that work directly with rural communities to enhance their prosperity through job creation, infrastructure development, and community improvement. Led by USDA Rural Development, members of the RPN collaborate to identify resources to help rural people build the futures they envision for the unique places they call home. RPN deploys federal staff to selected RPN Community Networks located across the United States. These RPN Liaisons collaborate with small, rural communities to understand their needs and the importance of leveraging the programs and resources of various funders and assistance providers to achieve their goals. The Liaisons provide assistance to local individuals in navigating programs, building relationships, and identifying community-driven solutions. Participating RPN agencies and offices (rural.gov/about#block-views-block-partners-partners-listing) are also joining forces to promote rural priorities as federal programs and policies are developed to address funding gaps, increase access to technical assistance and ensure equitable access to federal funding. For more information, please go to RURAL.gov, the official website of the Rural Partners Network. USDA Media by Lance Cheung.
20230525-USDA-RD-WV-LSC-1256 Welcome signs for the town of Glennville, in Gilmer County, WV, on May 25, 2023. Glenville is the county seat of the county. Here, Gilmer County Economic Development Authority President Jeff Campbell at the Little Kanawha Water Trail located near the Glenville Truss Bridge in downtown Glenville, WV, on May 25, 2023, discussed the benefits of building an open amphitheater at the bridge's anchorage and improving the Pioneer Trail Network in Gilmer County. The goal of the project is to enhance the region's competitive advantage in the recreational marketplace and take advantage of having the Pioneer Trails pass through several towns along the Little Kanawha Water Trail. Campbell highlighted how this initiative will bring economic, community, cultural, and recreational benefits to the region. Their strategy is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD), Rural Partners Network (RPN) SMART project approach. This approach has four key strategies, namely: 1. Building on each region's competitive advantage and leveraging the marketplace 2. Establishing and maintaining a robust regional infrastructure 3. Creating revitalized, healthy, and resilient communities 4. Developing talented and innovative people. RPN The Rural Partners Network (RPN) is a government program that aims to assist rural communities in finding resources and funding to create job opportunities, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability. This network comprises federal agencies and commissions that work directly with rural communities to enhance their prosperity through job creation, infrastructure development, and community improvement. Led by USDA Rural Development, members of the RPN collaborate to identify resources to help rural people build the futures they envision for the unique places they call home. RPN deploys federal staff to selected RPN Community Networks located across the United States. These RPN Liaisons collaborate with small, rural communities to understand their needs and the importance of leveraging the programs and resources of various funders and assistance providers to achieve their goals. The Liaisons provide assistance to local individuals in navigating programs, building relationships, and identifying community-driven solutions. Participating RPN agencies and offices (rural.gov/about#block-views-block-partners-partners-listing) are also joining forces to promote rural priorities as federal programs and policies are developed to address funding gaps, increase access to technical assistance and ensure equitable access to federal funding. For more information, please go to RURAL.gov, the official website of the Rural Partners Network. USDA Media by Lance Cheung.
20230711-USDA-RD-RPN-WV-AS-0002 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Partners Network (RPN) staff Christine Sorenson (left) and Kayleigh Kyle (center) review plans for the Little Kanawha River Trail, with Gilmer County Economic Development Association President Jeff Campbell, in the town of Glenville, West Virginia, on July 11, 2023. This plan is one piece of the larger Pioneer Trail Towns project that the West Virginia Pioneer Community Network is working on as their priority project. It focuses on developing needed infrastructure for the towns along the Elk River Trail and Little Kanawha River Trail, both of which run through the Pioneer Community Network. USDA Photo by West Virginia Public Affairs Specialist Andrew Stacy.
20230711-USDA-RD-RPN-WV-AS-0003 Nik Salvo, co-owner of Bigfoot Braxxie’s Bikes in Gassaway, West Virginia, works on a bicycle in his shop, on July 11, 2023. Bigfoot Braxxie’s Bikes is located adjacent to the Elk River Trail and offers bicycle and kayak rentals and is one of the many rural small businesses that will benefit from the Pioneer Trail Towns project that the Pioneer Community Network is working on with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Partners Network. The project focuses on developing needed infrastructure for the towns along the Elk River Trail and Little Kanawha River Trail, both of which run through the Pioneer Community Network. USDA Photo by West Virginia Public Affairs Specialist Andrew Stacy.
US 33-119 approaching I-79 and western beginning of US 48
20230525-USDA-RD-WV-LSC-0693 Aerial view of downtown Gassaway, WV, on May 25, 2023. The new Elk River Trails, part of the Pioneer Trails Network runs through Gassaway. This trail follows a former railway and train station that has now been transformed into an event center with an event field and bandstand. It connects various towns and offers scenic pathways, making it an ideal spot for hikers, bikers, and runners to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The 73-mile Elk River trail winds through Braxton and Clay County, and the 102-mile Elk River Water Trail flows from Sutton to Charleston, WV. These trails are included in the Pioneer Trail Network that connects to the Ohio River. A study stated that for the Elk River Trails, a 4-million dollar investment into the four trail towns of Gassaway, Clay, Sutton, and Clendenin during the next 10 years could result in more than 390 million dollars in economic impact in the region over 15 years. The river provides excellent fishing opportunities and is ideal for leisure floating and kayaking. Unlike the whitewater rivers in West Virginia, this river is family-friendly and can be safely navigated by users of all ages and abilities. Nicholas and Webster counties are both working on enhancing their recreation amenities and improving connectivity to Snowshoe Resort to take advantage of an established recreation hub. Every county or community has the opportunity to create recreation-related businesses such as rental shops, restaurants, and commercial and lodging establishments and to showcase local artisans, musicians, and unique town history. This project aims to provide infrastructure and support services for community and economic development in all trail town communities within the Pioneer Network. The goal is to develop trail towns in the Pioneer Network region by leveraging the state's thriving tourism industry. The approach will be comprehensive and regional, with an emphasis on distressed counties. It will include infrastructure development, facility construction, and ancillary activities necessary to create prosperous and thriving communities. The strategies used will address various needs identified by communities and can involve county, state, and federal entities. The strategy builds on the success of Advantage Valley's FASTER WV initiative to facilitate the start-up and expansion of businesses with: 1.Develop marketing materials to recruit Elk River Trails entrepreneurs and support existing businesses. 2.Place business outreach ambassadors in Braxton and Clay Counties to recruit and link entrepreneurs to FASTER WV and other resources. 3.Provide coaching and technical assistance awards to help entrepreneurs' start-up efforts. These awards can support training, marketing, and other essential aspects of starting a business. 4.Implement community improvement projects to make the trail towns more attractive for tourists. 5.Implement a façade renovation grant program for "Main Street" businesses. Their strategy is supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD), Rural Partners Network (RPN) SMART project approach. This approach has four key strategies, namely: 1. Building on each region's competitive advantage and leveraging the marketplace 2. Establishing and maintaining a robust regional infrastructure 3. Creating revitalized, healthy, and resilient communities 4. Developing talented and innovative people. ----- RPN The Rural Partners Network (RPN) is a government program that aims to assist rural communities in finding resources and funding to create job opportunities, build infrastructure, and support long-term economic stability. This network comprises federal agencies and commissions that work directly with rural communities to enhance their prosperity through job creation, infrastructure development, and community improvement. Led by USDA Rural Development, members of the RPN collaborate to identify resources to help rural people build the futures they envision for the unique places they call home. RPN deploys federal staff to selected RPN Community Networks located across the United States. These RPN Liaisons collaborate with small, rural communities to understand their needs and the importance of leveraging the programs and resources of various funders and assistance providers to achieve their goals. The Liaisons provide assistance to local individuals in navigating programs, building relationships, and identifying community-driven solutions. Participating RPN agencies and offices (rural.gov/about#block-views-block-partners-partners-listing) are also joining forces to promote rural priorities as federal programs and policies are developed to address funding gaps, increase access to technical assistance and ensure equitable access to federal funding. For more information, please go to RURAL.gov, the official website of the Rural Partners Network. Courtesy Media by Lance Cheung.

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MID # 8405400036
Name CUNNINGHAM HOUSE AND OUTBUILDINGS
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Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
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LAT/LONG 38.787911, -80.585827
CODES FIPS State Code: 54
FIPS County Code: 007
US Census Tract: 967900
US Census Block: 4080