Hinton, W.Va. (January 11, 2024) – Botany Tropicals in Hinton – a West Virginia Hive Network client and one of its small business award winners — is hosting a celebration marking its second anniversary and the grand opening of Murel’s Market from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, January 14, at 321 3rd Avenue.

Owners Jordan Casey and Steven Jones are inviting the public to the anniversary and grand opening to tour the store and enjoy refreshments.

“We are setting up amazing tasting stations throughout the market, showcasing our unique line of products,” said Casey. “If the weather permits, Francie’s Doughnuts will also be onsite. Joanie from the Gia Den in Princeton will be with us, offering a variety of services, including an enchanting sound healing session in the evening.”

Botany Tropicals opened its second location in Princeton in November 2023.

WV Hive Senior Business Advisor and Business Capacity Services Lead Mary Legg said, “Jordan and Steven never rest, and they are always thinking ahead for their customers. Sunday’s celebration represents yet another important milestone in their entrepreneurial journey.”

The WV Hive is the entrepreneurship program of the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority, serving entrepreneurs and small business owners in Raleigh, Fayette, Nicholas, Summers, Webster, Pocahontas, Greenbrier, Monroe, Mercer, Wyoming, McDowell, Logan, and Mingo Counties. More information about the WV Hive can be found at wvhive.com.