Three Atchison businesses are receiving statewide recognition as part of Business Appreciation Month.

The month is held annually by the Kansas Department of Commerce, with businesses selected through a nomination process for four categories: Service, Retail, Manufacturing/Distribution, and Hospital/Non-Profit.

According to a news release issued by the City of Atchison, Backroad Atlas is named as one of seven regional winners statewide in the retail division.

Atchison Community Health Clinic and Harvest Video both earned Merit Award recognition along with 71 other businesses and organizations across the state.

Business Appreciation Month began in 1995 to serve as a statewide tribute to Kansas businesses for their contributions to the state.

One winner in each of the four categories is chosen from each of the seven designated regions of the state by a panel of judges from the business and economic development community.