West Virginia Power, Appalachian Power Extend Ballpark Naming Rights Deal

PRESS RELEASE – The West Virginia Power front office, in conjunction with Appalachian Power, are pleased to announce the renewal of the naming rights agreement for Appalachian Power Park. The agreement, announced on May 17, will guarantee that the ballpark on Charleston’s East End remains named after the state’s preeminent utility company through at least the 2024 season.

New Condos to Overlook Appalachian Power Park

A developer plans to build condominium-style lofts in the former Kyle Furniture warehouse overlooking the left-field wall of Appalachian Power Park, home of the Single-A West Virginia Power (South Atlantic League).   Nice views!  Read more and view photo here.

TIF District Approved for Proposed Ballpark Location

The state of West Virginia has approved a tax-increment financing (TIF) district for University Town Centre in Morgantown, which is the targeted location for a proposed new $15 million ballpark for the West Virginia University (WVU) Mountaineers and possibly a minor-league baseball team.  Using TIF dollars to actually build the stadium still has to be approved.  Read more here.  Meanwhile, WVU

Ballpark Visit ALERT: Appalachian Power Park (Charleston, WV)

Andrea and Jim from BaseballRoadTrip.com recently visited Appalachian Power Park, home of the Single-A West Virgnia Power (South Atlantic League).  Read review and view photos here.

Wine Bill Reaches Governor’s Desk

The Single-A West Virginia Power (South Atlantic League) might soon be able to sell wine at Appalachian Power Park, if the governor signs into law a bill passed by the legislature on Thursday.  This development would also impact Appalachian League ballparks in Bluefield and Princeton, but apparently the Rookie Blue Jays and Rays don’t sell any alcohol.  Read more here.

Warehouse Renaissance at Appalachian Power Park

It’s taken a little time, but the historic warehouse office building attached to Appalachian Power Park, home of the Single-A West Virginia Power (South Atlantic League) is slowly filling up with tenants who appreciate the trendy warehouse look.  Read more here.