Red Onion Prison, NIOSH And The Mountain Laurel Festival, Inside Appalachia

This week, officials are scrutinizing a supermax prison in Wise County, Virginia, after inmate complaints and a visit by a state lawmaker. Also, laid-off federal worker warns the Trump administration’s mass firings could make a big difference for coal miners. And, every year, the Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival stages a formal dance. Organizers rely on a manual that’s been passed down for generations.

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Economy Chris Schulz, May. 02, 2025

April State Revenue Up Year To Year

The excess revenue is due in large part to personal income tax. April collections were $88 million above estimate, because fewer people received tax refunds and more people had to pay than originally estimated.

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Government Caelan Bailey, Feb. 03, 2025

January State Revenue $13.8 Million Below Estimates

As fiscal concerns flare entering the legislative session, January’s Senate finance revenue report shows the state took in at least $13,800,000 less than th...

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Arts & Culture WVPB Staff, Dec. 03, 2024

Exploring Appalachian Folklife And Locals Feel Left Out Of Hydrogen Hubs, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, an exhibit at WVU explores folklife old and new, and from the Allegheny Front, the shortfalls of community engagement with hydrogen hubs.

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Economy Jack Walker, Dec. 02, 2024

State Revenue Down Slightly From Last November

West Virginia collected 1 percent less revenue in November 2024 than in November 2023. Figures for the fiscal year as a whole show a more significant decrease.

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Economy Jack Walker, Aug. 16, 2024

State Officials Certify 4 Percent Tax Cut For 2025

This week, state officials certified a 4 percent reduction to West Virginia’s personal income taxes, effective Jan. 1. The reduction was anticipated for weeks, but became official Thursday.

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Economy Jack Walker, Aug. 05, 2024

As New Fiscal Year Begins, State Revenue Meets Estimates But Sees Minimal Growth

West Virginia took in more than $335 million last month, narrowly exceeding state estimates. The state also collected slightly more money last month than it did the July prior.

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