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West Virginians get tax cut after lawmakers pull millions from agencies overseeing foster care, Medicaid and child care
In a special session, lawmakers approved the tax cut funded from an expiring bond and the breakup of DHHR. They did little ...
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As election nears, Taylor County residents look for candidates to address opioid epidemic and bring jobs
Mountain State Spotlight is asking people in all 55 of West Virginia’s counties what they would like to hear candidates ...
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Elkins residents say there’s much to love about Randolph County’s county seat. But schools and young people need more help
Debbie Strader, secretary of the county’s Democratic Executive Committee, lived in Raleigh, NC for 23 years before moving ...
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In the wake of Alderson Broaddus’ closure, Barbour County residents say they need an economic resurgence
PHILIPPI — In the heart of the Tygart River Valley lies Philippi, a once-bustling college town that was home to Alderson ...
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A West Virginia community is counting on a ‘miracle’ to keep their power plant open. But questions remain about its new owner
West Virginia bet $50 million on a plan from Omnis Energy to produce emissions-free energy at Pleasants Power Station. There’s no public proof it works.
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Residents of Summers and Monroe counties face a lack of transportation, housing and job options
Monroe and Summers counties residents said their communities need transportation, affordable housing and a diversified ...
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Q&A: Barbour County House candidate Chris Phillips talks economic investment, teacher pay and housing in his district
Phillips: The loss of the University in Philippi was an absolute gut punch to the community and region. Not only was it a ...
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Grappling with an overdose crisis and the decline of coal, Boone County residents say they lack the resources to heal their community
In Boone County, less than an hour drive from the gilded state capitol building, people face poverty, drugs and lack of ...
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As the election draws near, here’s what voters in Huntington said they want to hear candidates talk about
Mountain State Spotlight and the League of Women Voters sat down with voters to discuss jobs, education, accountability, homelessness and more.
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Author Archives: Taylor Kate Brown, Floodlight
The state is betting $50 million on Omnis Energy’s promise of a ‘revolutionary’ new energy production technique. But the ...
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Tourism already isn’t enough for Tucker County to thrive. Climate change could make life harder
Tucker County residents said tourism and housing costs are on their minds.They also want to protect nature and bolster economic opportunities.