Martinsburg
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Martinsburg is a city in West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle region. It’s the county seat of Berkeley County and the largest city in the region. Martinsburg is known for its history, transportation, and manufacturing.
History:
- Founded in 1778 by Adam Stephen
- Named after Colonel Thomas Bryan Martin, a friend of Stephen’s
- The first United States post office in West Virginia was established in Martinsburg in 1792
Transportation:
- Located near I-81, I-70, and I-66
- Has commuter rail service to Washington, DC
- Has Amtrak service
- Has an airport within a ten-minute drive
Manufacturing:
- A center of transportation, commerce, and manufacturing
- Home to major employers like Quad/Graphics, Ecolab, and FedEx
Attractions:
- Historic downtown district with 281 contributing buildings
- Orr’s Farm Market, where you can pick your own fruit and hang out with the animals
- Unique local shops
- Charming downtown culture
- Captivating history
Community development:
- Administers the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) and the HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME)