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Former Berkeley County Deputy Clerk Pleads Guilty To Felony Forgery, Embezzlement

A former deputy clerk for Berkeley County has pleaded guilty to seven felony charges connected to her work in county government. Melissa Joanna Beavers could face up to 70 years in prison, and must pay restitution.

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Government Jack Walker,

Senate Revisits County Commission Vacancy Protocol After Jefferson County Controversy

The West Virginia Senate is currently discussing amendments to state protocol for filling county commission vacancies, following a controversy in Jefferson County late last year.

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Government Randy Yohe,

Two Sides To A Proposal That Would Eliminate W.Va.’s Business Property Taxes

If West Virginia voters say yes to "Amendment 2" on the November ballot, the state legislature will have the authority to eliminate business equipment and inventory taxes and the property tax on vehicles.

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WVPB News Jessica Lilly,

Organization Looking at Ways to Improve Transportation in Fayette & Raleigh Counties

A group is working to create a transportation plan for Raleigh and Fayette Counties. The Metropolitan Planning Organization, or MPO, is working to…

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