About Our City

Small Town Charm, Big Opportunities

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Population has been increasing: 2,000 to 3,400 since 1995

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172 roads (78 of which are state roads) – all are undergoing paving upgrades and refreshes

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We have the Fairmont Municipal Airport nestled within our city boundaries; North Central West Virginia Airport is only 12 miles south of us; and, Pittsburgh International Airport is a reasonable 72 miles north

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Our Cracker Barrel Old Country Store/Restaurant at Exit 133 is the busiest on the East Coast. More local area eateries are: A&W; Copper House Grill; DJ’s 50’s & 60’s Diner; Jordan’s Bar; Muriale’s Italian Kitchen; Subway. Other nearby restaurants are Applebee’s Grill & Bar; Arby’s; Bob Evans; Burger King; Colasessano’s Pizza; Dutchman’s Daughter; El Rey Mexican; Hardee’s; Hometown Hotdogs; Mi Pueblo Mexican; Poky Dot; and Steak Escape

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We have four nationwide hotel chains right here in Pleasant Valley, just off Exit 133 at Kingmont Rd; book your next stay at: Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Quality Inn, and Super 8. Other nearby hotels are Clarion, Days Inn, Fairfield Inn, Microtel, Red Roof, and Suburban Extended Stay

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Higher education opportunity is abundant with both Fairmont State University and Pierpont Community Technical College campuses located within just six miles of our City Hall center; and, the flagship Morgantown West Virginia University campus is just a short drive up I-79 to our north

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Our local area K-12 public schools include: Pleasant Valley Elementary, West Fairmont Middle School, and East Fairmont High. Each of these schools is highly rated in educational performance, with active interscholastic sports and an abundance of extracurricular activities and special programs. See more at Marion County Public Schools

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Medical care is top-notch right here within Marion County.

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“Location is key” – Pleasant Valley offers quick access to everything in West Virginia

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We are a very low-taxed suburban area, business-friendly/family-friendly community

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Our Municipal Park includes a refurbished ballfield, extended playground, soccer field, and basketball court, as well as a newly paved walking trail, all around our municipal park (1/4 mile loop)