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Small Business Administration loan program available to WV residents affected by August flood

West Virginians affected by severe storms and flooding in August still have time to apply for federal assistance through the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Disaster Recovery.

West Virginia · 10d

connect-bridgeport.com

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Council to Vote on Two Rezoning Requests, One that Could Set Stage for New Business at White Oaks

Bridgeport City Council will be asked to approve a rezoning at tonight’s meeting that could pave the way for the next business to arrive in the municipality. It is part of the regular agenda at the 7 p.m. meeting at the Bridgeport Municipal Complex. It is open to the public.

Bridgeport, WV · 14d
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Metro News

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Property owners question NextEra in first day of MARL PSC hearing

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The first day of testimony in the state Public Service Commission’s evidentiary hearing on the MARL transmission line project featured property owners from some of the four counties where the line is proposed to pass through. MARL is a proposed 107.5-mile, 500-kilovolt high-voltage power line...

Hampshire County, WV · 13d
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Tucker County farm named one of top 100 small businesses in America

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Laurel Fork Farm in Tucker County was recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce as one of the top 100 small businesses in America. Owner Marsha Waybright and her family have expanded the third-generation family farm since opening it to the public. The farm earned the recognition through the category “Champions of Adaptability.”

Tucker County, WV · 12d
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Metro News

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Attorney General’s consumer protection probe of WV Rivers claims harm to fossil fuel economy

The state Attorney General claims the authority to subpoena the West Virginia Rivers Coalition for 10 years of documents, suggesting the environmental organization could have promoted outdated climate change theory to the detriment of the state’s fossil fuel-based economic drivers. “Because the Attorney General has probable cause to believe...

West Virginia · 13d

wvowradio.com

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Settlement cancels $4.4 million in Snap Finance payments for West Virginians

CHARLESTON West Virginia consumers are set to receive millions of dollars in debt relief through a settlement with lease-to-own company Snap Finance. Attorney General J.B. McCuskey announced the agreement Wednesday as part of a nearly $664 million settlement involving 17 states. The deal will automatically cancel more than $4.4 million in lease payments owed by West Virginians who entered into agreements between 2017 and 2022. Those consumers will also be allowed to keep their merchandise without making additional payments.

West Virginia · 13d

PITTSBURGH TRIBUNE-REVIEW

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EQT moves to acquire Range Resources in $13B stock deal

More consolidation is coming to the natural gas industry in the Appalachian basin. EQT Corp., the region’s largest natural gas producer, is set to grow even larger after it announced plans Monday to acquire Range Resources, the Texas-based firm among those chiefly responsible for setting off the Marcellus shale scramble in Western Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania · 13d

wvpublic.org

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Gestamp Launches Apprenticeship Program With Help From Marshall

Gestamp Manufacturing, one of the world’s largest auto parts manufacturing companies, is working with the Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center to launch a collaborative apprenticeship program. This is a U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) registered tool-and-die apprenticeship at six plants in West Virginia, Alabama, Michigan, Tennessee and South Carolina. The...

West Virginia · 11d

West Virginia Watch

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On WV’s Affordable Care Act marketplace, Peak Health enters, Caresource exits

A new health insurance company will join West Virginia’s health insurance marketplace for 2027, as another company exits.

West Virginia · 11d

utilitydive.com

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PJM urges FERC to dismiss Mon Power ‘fishing expedition’ seeking to recoup $145M

The PJM Interconnection on Monday urged the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to dismiss a complaint from Monongahela Power, a FirstEnergy subsidiary, that seeks to recoup $145 million in losses the utility incurred during Winter Storm Fern earlier this year. Mon Power’s Oct. 6 complaint asked regulators to investigate whether PJM...

West Virginia · 12d

Lootpress

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Big I WV Announces 2026 Award Recipients

CHARLESTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – The Independent Insurance Agents of West Virginia (Big I WV) announced its 2026 award recipients, honoring outstanding professionalism, leadership, and service in the state’s independent insurance community. The awards were presented at the Association’s annual convention held October 14-16 at Stonewall Resort. Earle S. Dillard Agent of the Year Award: Clinton Winter, […]

West Virginia · 14d

WTRF- 7News

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Wheeling University names Dylan Nowakowski chief financial officer

WHEELING, W.Va. (WTRF) – Wheeling University President Dr. Dianna Vargo announced Dylan Nowakowski as chief financial officer (CFO). Nowakowski, a resident of Bridgeport, Ohio, has been working at the university since June 2022. He began his career at Wheeling University as a financial aid counselor. He then became the assistant director of financial aid before […]

Wheeling, WV · 13d

Parkersburg News & Sentinel

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SMART529: Program deserves praise for its work

Not every West Virginia agency or project has a reputation for mishandling or holding on too long to money. In fact, some are exceptional managers of our money. Some Mountain State programs can be an excellent investment. One recent example is the announcement that all three of the state's SMART529...

West Virginia · 13d

woay.com

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Statewide virtual job fair coming Wednesday, Nov. 4th

Oak Hill, WV (WOAY) Workforce West Virginia is having a statewide virtual job fair on Wednesday, November 4th, from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Workforce West Virginia’s virtual job fairs give attendees opportunities to apply, live chat, video chat, and interview virtually with employers participating in the event. Job...

West Virginia · 15d

unearththevoyage.com

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11 West Virginia Candy Shops That Bring Back Childhood Memories

One candy shop in West Virginia carries more than 500 historical teas, candies, and confections, including treats inspired by recipes that date back centuries. Another lets you browse old-fashioned candy, ice cream, and books under one roof. Across the state, you’ll also find handmade Swiss-style chocolates, chocolate-covered pretzels, unusual sodas,...

West Virginia · 16d

WBOY 12 News

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WVU hosts conference for women in agriculture

The annual West Virginia Women in Agriculture conference welcomed women from all over the state to Morgantown on Friday to network and develop their skills.

Morgantown, WV · 16d

wvexplorer.com

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Why trees increase property values—and why wealthy neighborhoods have more of them

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — West Virginia’s wooded mountains and tree-lined neighborhoods are among the natural attractions drawing new residents, and research suggests that mature shade trees can also add thousands of dollars to home values, lower energy bills, and make neighborhoods more comfortable during summer. But those benefits are...

West Virginia · 15d

WOWK 13 News

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Disaster Unemployment Assistance available in three West Virginia counties

Related Video Coverage: ‘We can’t come back here’: Charleston residents face devastating flood aftermath CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — Certain people affected by the severe storms that struck West Virginia from Aug. 14 through Aug. 18 now have access to Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA). Governor Patrick Morrisey and WorkForce West Virginia announced on Friday that eligible […]

West Virginia · 22d

americanfarm.com

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States follow Maryland on diesel relief

To combat high diesel prices, Virginia, Delaware and West Virginia have followed Maryland in enacting diesel fuel relief orders that permit on-road use of dyed diesel for qualifying vehicles. The orders are specifically designed to help aid the agricultural and forestry industries. Maryland’s Executive Order was signed by Gov. Wes...

Maryland · 16d

wheninyourstate.com

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Energy Department plans up to $50 million to boost Virginia power line capacity

Virginia and West Virginia could soon benefit from a major power grid upgrade backed by federal funding. The U.S. Department of Energy intends to provide up to $50 million for a project that could add an estimated 290 megawatts of transmission capacity. The plan focuses on improving existing power lines rather than building entirely new routes.

West Virginia · 15d