Nov 14, 2025 | WPPDC
The West Piedmont Planning District Commission (WPPDC) is proud to announce the appointment of Kiana Dillard as its new Economic Development Specialist. With over 15 years of experience in community engagement, youth and workforce development, education, and...
Apr 4, 2025 | WPPDC
The West Piedmont Planning District Commission (WPPDC) is pleased to welcome Jennifer Denton and Paul Jadrnicek to its team. Both will serve as Community Development Specialists, where they will provide grant writing, grant administration, and technical assistance...
Dec 5, 2024 | WPPDC
The West Piedmont Planning District Commission (WPPDC) received a $2,000 grant from the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)’s Microbusiness Marketing Leverage Program (MMLP) for its partnership with the counties of Floyd, Franklin, and Patrick on phase 2 of the...
Nov 1, 2024 | WPPDC
The West Piedmont Planning District Commission (WPPDC) has been selected to participate in the 2025 Community Investment Training through the Rural Investment Collaborative initiative. The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond’s Rural Investment Collaborative convenes...
Aug 14, 2024 | WPPDC
RIDE Solutions, which serves as the commuter assistance program for the West Piedmont Region and is a subsidiary of the statewide ConnectingVA commuter resources program, is developing a strategic plan to identify commuter and general transportation needs in our...
Apr 25, 2024 | WPPDC
Visit Franklin County, Visit Patrick County, Visit Floyd, and the West Piedmont Planning District Commission (WPPDC) tourism initiative Life in SOVA are excited to announce the unveiling of “Virginia’s Moonshine Heritage Trail” brand. The event will...
