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VA Purchase Loans in West Virginia average $278,713 for Q1

By Mountain State Times | Apr 15, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for West Virginia in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $278,713, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Number of VA loans issued in West Virginia decreased by 11.8% from Q1 2023 to Q1 2024

By Mountain State Times | Apr 15, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 477 home loans totaling $128.6 million in West Virginia during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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West Virginia DoHS audits Medicaid waiver providers' use of ARPA funding

By Mountain State Times | Apr 15, 2024

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Medical Services, has announced plans to audit Medicaid waiver providers regarding the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds received during the COVID-19 pandemic. Providers were informed about this audit through a letter sent on April 12, 2024.

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National Rifle Association gives Gov. Justice highest possible rating for supporting Second Amendment rights

By Mountain State Times | Apr 12, 2024

The National Rifle Association (NRA) has announced ratings for candidates running for a position in the U.S. Senate, and gave West Virginia Governor Jim Justice an “A+” rating.

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Gov. Jim Justice endorsed by West Virginia Manufacturers Association

By Mountain State Times | Apr 11, 2024

The West Virginians for Manufacturing Jobs PAC has endorsed Governor Jim Justice’s campaign for a position in the U.S. Senate representing West Virginia.

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West Virginia extends SNAP benefit replacement deadline after April storm

By Mountain State Times | Apr 11, 2024

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA) has announced an extension for the application period to replace Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. This extension is available for certain counties affected by the storm on April 2, 2024.

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West Virginia leads nation with ambulance whole blood administration protocols

By Mountain State Times | Apr 9, 2024

West Virginia has become the first state in the United States to implement statewide protocols for administering whole blood on ambulances. The Department of Health announced that Cabell County EMS began offering this service in November 2023, followed by Harrison County in March 2024.

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West Virginia's Q3 2023 individual income tax revenue down 42.2% from previous quarter

By Mountain State Times | Apr 5, 2024

The third quarter of 2023 brought in $496 million in individual income tax revenue for West Virginia, a 42.2% decrease from the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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West Virginians for Life's PAC endorses pro-life Gov. Justice for the U.S. Senate

By Mountain State Times | Apr 4, 2024

The West Virginians for Life (WVFL) political action committee has extended its endorsement to Gov. Jim Justice in the Republican Primary for the U.S. Senate in West Virginia. This significant backing from the state's leading non-profit, pro-life organization arrives just over a month before West Virginians cast their votes.

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West Virginia launches leadership training for social services staff

By Mountain State Times | Apr 4, 2024

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Social Services (BSS) has initiated a 14-week leadership training program named Leaders Thrive. This initiative is designed to enhance the leadership skills of its employees.

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Tax Revenue Analysis: West Virginia collects $807 million in sales and gross receipt tax during Q3 2023

By Mountain State Times | Apr 3, 2024

West Virginia collected $807 million in tax and gross receipts, a 9.7% decrease from the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Census Bureau

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West Virginia experiences higher inflation rate than national average as of March 2024

By Mountain State Times | Apr 1, 2024

As of March 2024, West Virginia experienced a 21.2% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 19.4% increase.

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Which type of West Virginia companies were inspected the most by FDA in March?

By Mountain State Times | Apr 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Drugs company from West Virginia in March.

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West Virginia observes Family Strengthening and Child Abuse Prevention Month

By Mountain State Times | Apr 1, 2024

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), along with the Bureau for Social Services (BSS) and Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA), is joining organizations nationwide to observe April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This initiative emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts by families and communities to prevent child abuse and neglect.