
We have all listened in disbelief to the growing talk about America's economic decline. While our country remains a beacon of inspiration and opportunity to the world, it's obvious to every observer that More>>
On Oct. 12, the Joint Select Committee on Marcellus Shale adopted gas well location restrictions (22-6A- 11). Certain members of this committee voted to approve a gas well setback distance of 250 feet More>>
I am writing in response to Patrick McGeehan's guest commentary in your Oct. 7 edition of The State Journal. I agree with the points that Mr. McGeehan made. West Virginia's central planning approach is More>>
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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 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>>