The Magnetism Of Appalachian Mystery Spot Attractions
Folkways Reporter Andrea “River” Peterson explored how “Gravity House” attractions keep luring new fans with vintage kitsch.
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Understanding How Heat Affects The Body, This West Virginia Morning
NPR recently released a story showing that heat-related deaths in the United States have likely been undercounted. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) tracks deaths, but it isn’t always easy to attribute a death to heat. We speak with an expert who helps us understand what heat does to the body and what it means in West Virginia.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAs Data Centers Eye W.Va., Local Communities Feel Overlooked
Data center development is a fast-growing industry, with projects popping up in seemingly every corner of the country. But that’s not been the case in West Virginia so far. Now, state officials are rolling out the red carpet for the expensive and increasingly expansive projects.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsState Revenue Continues Above Forecast
Cumulative General Revenue Fund collections of more than $2.742 billion are $128.1 million above the year-to-date estimate and 2.5% ahead of prior year collections.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsJustice Outlines Senate Agenda, Points To Energy Market Potential
In his briefing on Wednesday, Gov. Jim Justice committed to continuing to cut taxes when he assumes his office in the U.S. Senate next year. He pointed to expanding the energy market as the “key to the whole situation” to raise nationwide revenue....
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Setting State Revenue Estimates Subject Of Debate
Revenue Secretary Dave Hardy said executive branch revenue estimate settings are ingrained in constitutional code.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsW.Va. Tax Revenues Far Above January Estimates
Tax revenues collected in West Virginia last month were more than 29 percent above receipts at the same point of the previous fiscal year, Gov. Jim Justice said Wednesday.
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