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  • Located directly on I-64 with easy access to Charleston, WV and Huntington, WV.

  • An average of 55,000 vehicles pass by on I-64 every day.

  • 15,500 vehicles exit at Hurricane every day.

  • Putnam County students rated a 21.5 composite score in the 2004 ACT test scores.  This score compares with 20.6 for West Virginia and 20.9 nationwide. Putnam County allows $9,704.57 per pupil expenditure.  Four private schools are available for Christian education.

  • Toyota has located an engine plant in Putnam County 15 miles from Hurricane

  • The historic district includes specialty shops, History Row, a restored CSX caboose and a series of murals

  • Lodgings located at exit 34 from I-64

  • Conference/Meeting Center a mile and a half from exit at the Hurricane Valley Community Center.

  • Hurricane Development Authority and Convention & Visitors Bureau promote local businesses and tourism opportunities.

  • Community Policing Programs Include Neighborhood Watch, Business Alert and Citizen Academies to educate residents about crime prevention.

  • Fifteen member Police Department patrols Hurricane 24/7 and well-trained Volunteer Fire Department members provide rescue and emergency services.

  • Recreational opportunities for the entire family at local schools, City Park, Valley Park, Sleepy Hollow County Club, Sports City USA and Tri-County YMCA.

  • The arts are well represented at Museum in the Community Arts Center and Main Street Studio.

  • Diverse service organizations offer community involvement.


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