West Virginia state government’s monthly revenue report was way up again, this time going into the swirl of the election just a week away. State revenue for October was almost […]
Local Government
A look at campaign money for Preston, Marion and Taylor House of Delegates races
MORGANTOWN — With the election just days away, here’s a look at campaign fundraising and spending for House of Delegates races in Preston, Marion and Taylor counties. The numbers come […]
Incumbents hold big money advantage in 3 of 6 Monongalia County House of Delegates races
MORGANTOWN — Monongalia County will have six seats in the House of Delegates under the new 100 single-member-district map. The races feature four incumbents from the current 51st District and […]
PEIA needs a mulligan on its annual financial plan
The Public Employees Insurance Agency, which ended the past fiscal year $93 million down, needs some extra time to come up with a financial plan for next year. This is […]
Morgantown, Republic Services working on a new five-year contract
MORGANTOWN — The level and consistency of service provided by trash and recycling hauler Republic Services has been a recurring issue raised by Morgantown residents and members of Morgantown City […]
WVDOH accepts bids for three projects including Pleasant Street and Patteson Drive bridges
CHARLESTON — Projects to replace three bridges are among 25 included in a bid-letting held by the West Virginia Division of Highways this week. The WVDOH is reviewing the bids […]
Mon County, MUB, WestRidge putting up $7M for upgrade projects
MORGANTOWN — A $14 million upgrade to Morgantown Utility Board water and sewer infrastructure supporting WestRidge and the larger Chaplin Hill/Mylan Park area looks like it’s going to require a […]
Morgantown Council takes no action on MUB, approves deal for Defense in Depth facility
MORGANTOWN — While members of Morgantown City Council indicated Tuesday that progress is being made regarding proposed changes impacting the Morgantown Utility Board, the body opted to take no action […]
Infrastructure Law will send W.Va. $750M annually
BY CHRIS LAWRENCE CHARLESTON — West Virginia’s share of the federal infrastructure law will be substantial. The Biden administration recently revealed the figures for each state and the allocations from […]
Debate focuses on finances and faith in officials
Voter decisions over a constitutional amendment about property taxes come down not only to finances, but also trust. Senate Finance Chairman Eric Tarr said legislative super-majorities have shown they can […]
