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Hurt financially by low gas prices, the company is selling $10 to $12 billion in assets to finance shift toward liquids; CEO projects balance between cash flow and capital expenditures by 2014. More>>
Company believes gas prices have hit bottom; announces new pipeline from northeast Pennsylvania to serve markets in New York and New England. More>>
West Virginia officials are launching a project to help homeowners get relief stemming from a nationwide mortgage settlement. More>>
A settlement between mortgage lenders and states over foreclosure abuses includes nearly $34 million for West Virginia. More>>
Group financed two companies in 2011, hopes to complete three deals in 2012. More>>
The West Virginia House of Delegates engaged in a lively debate concerning the Senate-passed OPEB bill during the Feb. 8 floor session. More>>
Amendment would block $12.8 million in scheduled bonuses for top Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac executives. More>>
Members of the South Charleston Chamber of Commerce hosted the 20th annual Groundhog Breakfast and Economic Forecast. More>>
Lipitor is one of the most commonly prescribed medications in West Virginia and the U.S. More>>
Champion Industries reports a net loss of $4 million for FY 2011. More>>
CONSOL Energy reported record fourth-quarter and year-end earnings on Thursday, Jan. 26 while also announcing it is concentrating its Marcellus and Utica shale gas activities in "wet" fields. More>>
West Virginia's public employee pension system brought in more revenue than it paid in benefits in 2010, just as the systems in its neighboring states did, according to data released Thursday, Jan. 26, by the Census Bureau. More>>
After 40 years in the banking industry, Phyllis Arnold is set to retire as president of BB&T West Virginia, a position she has held for more than 10 years. More>>
Follow these tips to keep your personal information safe during the holidays. More>>
Men and women don't often see eye to eye, except for this: What brand do they mutually desire most? Southwest Airlines. More>>
The Galactic Empire in Star Wars is a quintessential example of how not to effectively run an organization. Let's take a look at five of the Empire's biggest mistakes. More>>
Applying to college these days starts a lot earlier than it used to, and the process involves new terms, new strategies and new perspective. Two college prep counselors provide some answers and insight into how to successfully approach today's challenging world of college admissions. More>>
Kathy Ireland, who has graced the SI Swimsuit cover three times in the past, has built a mega-business out her mega-modeling-brand. More>>
What can we learn from this story of this incredible young man who has come from nowhere to take the NBA by storm, and how can we apply the same lessons to our own lives and careers? More>>
Proposed new criteria to diagnose Alzheimer's disease could affect how many people have the condition and their access to services and government benefits. Individuals with mild Alzheimer's disease could be categorized as having mild cognitive impairment (MCI) - the stage between loss of mental function and dementia. More>>
Every once in a while, a Super Bowl ad changes the game. This year Chrysler did so with its "Halftime in America" ad featuring Clint Eastwood. More>>
J.C. Penney just blew up its brand, in a good way, thanks to a new management team with some radical new ideas. J.C. Penney is about to be the most interesting retail story of the year. More>>
Facebook may be worth a half-trillion dollars by 2015, but not everyone's confident that the social network will be worth the investment when it goes public. More>>
Unlike a mortgage, with student loans you don't have a tangible asset that you can sell to pay it off and unlike credit card debt, they're notoriously difficult to get rid of even through bankruptcy. Fortunately, two new programs are starting this year to help people tackle this debt. More>>
Raising a child is expensive, and it requires a lot of planning. Here are some unexpected ways your money is going to be used when you have a baby.
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Before moving your retirement funds into another account, consider your options. More>>
These inventions in the fields of finance, healthcare, technology, food and energy have greatly improved our standard of living. More>>
Getting a tax refund seems like a once-a-year bonus, but it might be better to track your taxes so you don't pay more than you owe in the first place. More>>
Valentine's Day costs can add up very quickly. Here are some ways to cut back without being too stingy.
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Helping your grandchildren save for college is a way to spoil them and reap some benefits yourself. More>>
A liberal arts degree doesn't mean your career choices are limited; find out the exciting and high-paying jobs you can do with this degree. More>>
The employment outlook is starting to look brighter. These job sectors and industries are expected to have a need for more workers in 2012. More>>
Are you traveling soon? Here are some tips you need to know about before leaving. More>>
These three types of credit cards are becoming popular with customers looking to pay less fees and build up their credit scores. More>>
Welcome Success is easy when times are good. When business is booming and life seems rosy, it is easy to be at the front of the line, directing people where to go. More>>
West Virginia's race against Ohio and Pennsylvania to attract an ethane cracker facility has united a number of industries hoping to best take advantage of the potential investments. More>>
Legislation would provide five or 10-year tax exemption to businesses meeting certain criteria — a move one business owner says would make the state far more competitive in attracting jobs. More>>
A bill that would permit a gaming facility in a "rural resort community" was introduced in the Senate Feb. 20. More>>
AEP CEO Nick Akins says future carbon capture systems at power plants likely will skip the storage part if a market can be found for carbon dioxide. More>>
Costumed swimmers raised money this weekend at the Morgantown Polar Plunge: Freezin' For a Reason, which benefits the West Virginia Special Olympics. Another Plunge will take place at 3 p.m. Feb. 25, at Winterplace Ski Resort in Beckley/Flat Top.
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The state's last remaining debt issue now is history. More>>
A study released Thursday points primarily to market factors, not environmental regulation as the driving force behind coal plant closures. More>>
A bill currently stalled in the House Judiciary would require utility companies to write plans for providing "least-cost" electricity and several interest groups are hoping the bill will push through. More>>
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