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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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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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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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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.
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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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As child care in West Virginia gets more expensive and less accessible, Lewis County families share their struggles
Parents from Weston, Walkersville and Jane Lew said child care cost and availability can make it hard for families to raise ...
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Greenbrier Valley residents want lawmakers to focus on making West Virginia a great place to raise a family
Greenbrier County residents say health care, economic opportunity, infrastructure and clean energy are key election issues ...
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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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Q&A: House candidates for Monroe & Summers counties Roy Cooper and James McNeely talk transportation, housing and jobs
Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Candidates ...
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Southern Wayne and northern Mingo have been hit hard by the decline of coal. For the people left, it’s a struggle to move forward.
While tourism is billed as one avenue for economic development, people in the northern Mingo and southern Wayne counties say they need jobs.