U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito visited Charleston to learn about small-business initiatives and flood-response efforts in West Virginia.

Capito began the day at the Charleston Area Alliance, where she toured its Small Business Incubator and Lift Center. Capito helped secure funding for facilities through a Congressionally Directed Spending award.

She also received updates on the Ascend WV Charleston Area Program, which is attracting new residents to Kanawha County and communities across the state by expanding opportunities to live, work and thrive in West Virginia.

“Charleston Area Alliance is in the middle of an exciting period - one that I have been proud to support my work in the U.S. Senate,” Capito said.

“I appreciated the opportunity to see firsthand how federal resources are helping support the success of their Small Business Incubator, Life Center, and Ascend WV Program. Through the CDS process, I’ve worked to strengthen our local economy, expand opportunity, and improve quality of life for families and businesses. Charleston Area Alliance has made great strides, and I’m proud to partner with them to keep progress moving forward.”

Capito then visited West Virginia 211 United Way in Charleston to learn more about its efforts to connect West Virginians to vital resources and services. West Virginia 211 has helped support communities during recent flooding across the state.

“It was encouraging to see the great work being done here at West Virginia 211 today. Following the recent flooding across West Virginia, having teams like this in place to provide direct support and resources to our communities is vital. I am proud of the work being done here and deeply appreciative of United Way’s efforts to support our state at all times,” Capito said.