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Covering Costs of State Workers' Insurance Remains Huge Concern

Last Updated: 11:14 PM 06/29/09 - The West Virginia State Troopers Association said leaving new employees to cover the costs of state insurance coverage will hurt everyone. - (Full Story)

Lessons Learned from Kanawha County Smoking Ban

Last Updated: 9:24 PM 06/29/09 - Nearly a year later, many lessons have been learned from Kanawha County's smoking ban. Now, the health department is taking a look back at its success and downfalls. Health Department officials said they've received a lot of positive feedback, but they don't ever expect to have a 100 percent compliance rate. - (Full Story)
Huntington's Water Main Break Forces Some Businesses To File Insurance Claims

Last Updated: 7:07 PM 06/29/09 - The nearly weekend long boil water advisory throughout Huntington and parts of Lawrence County, Ohio, meant lots of frustration for restaurant owners and customers. (Full Story)
Floyd County Mining Company Closing

Last Updated: 2:28 PM 06/26/09 - A Prestonsburg-based mining company is closing, according to a report from a local newspaper. (Full Story)
NEW INFO: Energy Company Creating 100 New Jobs in Pike County

Last Updated: 5:28 PM 06/25/09 - According to a press release, the average pay for the new jobs is over $55,000.
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Putnam Business Looks to Expand, Add Jobs

Last Updated: 4:36 PM 06/23/09 - A company in Putnam County is looking to expand and bring new jobs to the area, but it won't happen unless it gets some help from the county. (Full Story)
Telemarketing Firm Looking to Open Huntington Operation

Last Updated: 9:53 AM 06/23/09 - A representative from JAK Productions told Huntington City Council Monday night that the company is looking to open an operation at one of two locations in the 800-block of 3rd Avenue. (Full Story)
Workers Say Mitchellace Employees Laid Off, Owners Not Commenting

Last Updated: 5:51 PM 06/22/09 - A company with more than 100 years of service in southern Ohio is apparently laying off the remainder of its workers Monday, according to two workers at Mitchellace in Portsmouth. (Full Story)
West Virginia Steel Lays Off a Few Dozen Workers

Last Updated: 3:34 PM 06/19/09 - Around 35 workers were let go recently, according to a representative with the company. (Full Story)
Ohio Unemployment Rate Goes Up

Last Updated: 8:49 AM 06/19/09 - The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services reported Friday that the state's jobless rate in May was 10.8 percent, up from 10.2 percent in April. (Full Story)
Walker Machinery Cuts 45 Jobs

Last Updated: 8:46 AM 06/19/09 - The Belle-based company sells and refurbishes heavy equipment used by the mining, timber and construction industries. (Full Story)
Tuition Going Up at Marshall University

Last Updated: 4:12 PM 06/18/09 - The Board of Governors Thursday approved a tuition and fee increase of $169 per semester for all full-time undergraduate resident and metro students. (Full Story)
A Poetic Protest in Charleston

Last Updated: 11:13 AM 06/17/09 - The protesters used spoken word performances and music to argue against a proposed rate hike by Appalachian Power. (Full Story)
Plans Announced to Build Nuclear Power Plant in Piketon

Last Updated: 7:37 PM 06/18/09 - Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland and Sen. George Voinovich, along with other members of Ohio’s congressional delegation are expected to be in Piketon on Thursday for the announcement. (Full Story)
Workshop Helps Participants Spend Wisely

Last Updated: 7:49 PM 06/16/09 - While it is always important, keeping up with your credit and finances has taken on new meaning during this economic recession. A workshop Tuesday at the Barnett Center and Weed and Seed Office in Huntington helped participants with a variety of money matters.
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W.Va. Seniors Eligible for Free Veggies, Fruit

Last Updated: 12:29 PM 06/15/09 - The state Department of Agriculture is offering free locally grown fruits and vegetables this summer to low-income seniors. (Full Story)
Mingo County Mine Lays Off 17 Workers

Last Updated: 10:41 AM 06/12/09 - An area already dealing with difficulties because of Mother Nature, is now dealing with the difficulties of the economy. (Full Story)
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