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Emergency Energy Assistance Applications Will Open Soon

Low income West Virginia residents will soon be able to apply for emergency energy assistance to get through the summer heat if they are in danger of having service shut off.

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Audit Shows $40 Million Deficit In TANF Program

The first three audits of state agencies found a $40-million deficit in a program that helps provide food, clothing and childcare for families in need, Gov. Patrick Morrisey said Monday.

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DoHS Looking To Fill Gaps In Perinatal Mental Health Care

A new study finds pregnant women and new mothers in West Virginia face a hard time accessing substance use disorder treatment and mental health care.

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Morrisey Vetoes 12 Bills In Final Hours Before Deadline

The West Virginia Legislature closed its 60-day session at midnight on March 14. Gov. Patrick Morrisey had 15 days, not counting Sundays, to sign, veto or allow the 306 bills the body passed to become law. That deadline passed Wednesday night.

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