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VA provides 22% more home purchase loans in West Virginia in Q3

There were 416 VA home purchases in West Virginia in the third quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $126.7 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

By Mountain State Times | Nov 15, 2024

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FOIA Request Sent to West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission Regarding State University Employees' Salaries on November 14, 2024

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission on November 14, 2024.

By Mountain State Times | Nov 14, 2024

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Number of VA loans issued in West Virginia increased by 213% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

By Mountain State Times | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 554 home loans in West Virginia, totaling $162.4 million, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in West Virginia in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

By Mountain State Times | Nov 9, 2024

The VA issued 45 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in West Virginia during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 52 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in West Virginia increases from 2022 to 2023

By Mountain State Times | Nov 8, 2024

The average VA loan amount for West Virginia in the fiscal year 2023 was $266,363, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA provides 416 home purchase loans in West Virginia in Q3

By Mountain State Times | Oct 28, 2024

There were 416 VA home purchase loans issued in West Virginia in the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $126.7 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Capito announces federal grants benefiting West Virginia initiatives

By Mountain State Times | Oct 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has announced a series of grants from various federal agencies aimed at supporting multiple initiatives across West Virginia. These grants, secured through her leadership roles on several Senate committees, will fund projects in healthcare, education, infrastructure, and more.

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VA provides 554 home loans in West Virginia totaling $162.4 million in Q3

By Mountain State Times | Oct 19, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 554 home loans totaling $162.4 million in West Virginia during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Capito announces $50M for West Virginia grid upgrades

By Mountain State Times | Oct 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has announced that FirstEnergy will receive $50 million from the U.S. Department of Energy for grid upgrades in West Virginia. This funding, sourced from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act’s Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships Program, aims to improve grid and transmission systems for over 50,000 customers and 450 essential facilities such as schools and hospitals.

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Senator Shelley Moore Capito supports youth empowerment and infrastructure projects during WV visit

By Mountain State Times | Oct 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito visited Berkeley County, West Virginia, participating in two significant events aimed at community empowerment and infrastructure development.

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West Virginia receives $12.7 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q3

By Mountain State Times | Oct 16, 2024

The VA issued 45 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in West Virginia during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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

By Mountain State Times | Oct 16, 2024

As of September 2024, West Virginia experienced a 21.8% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.5% increase.

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Capito supports bill targeting deportation of illegal immigrants convicted of sex crimes

By Mountain State Times | Oct 11, 2024

Recently, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia joined 19 colleagues in introducing a bipartisan bill aimed at deporting sexual offenders currently in the United States and preventing others from entering. The initiative is led by U.S. Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa.

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Capito marks historic battle anniversary; tours major steel facility project

By Mountain State Times | Oct 10, 2024

MASON COUNTY, W.Va. – U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito visited Mason County to participate in two significant events. She delivered remarks at the 250th anniversary commemoration of the Battle of Point Pleasant and toured the Nucor Steel construction site.

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Senator Capito visits new Clendenin Elementary, hosts Girls Rise Up event

By Mountain State Times | Oct 9, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito visited Clendenin Elementary School in West Virginia, marking her first tour of the newly completed facility since its opening. The school was rebuilt after being severely damaged by the 2016 floods, a recovery effort supported by Senator Capito through collaboration with FEMA and local leaders.

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Senators file amicus brief against FHWA's emissions rule

By Mountain State Times | Oct 8, 2024

U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Kevin Cramer, along with 28 colleagues, have filed a bicameral amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. The brief challenges a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) rule that mandates state transportation departments and metropolitan planning organizations to measure greenhouse gas emissions on highways and set reduction targets.

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Senator Capito visits Bluefield to discuss infrastructure projects and education investments

By Mountain State Times | Oct 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito visited Bluefield, West Virginia, to highlight various funding projects she has supported. The day began with a briefing from community leaders about the city's funding awards and the regional impact of a recent storm. Senator Capito toured the U.S. Route 52 modernization project, which is funded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

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Senator Capito visits Mingo County for healthcare and economic discussions

By Mountain State Times | Oct 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito visited Mingo County, West Virginia, focusing on healthcare and economic development initiatives. The visit included a stop at Williamson Memorial Hospital, where Capito received updates on the facility's upgrades under new leadership.

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Senate Republicans condemn Hamas on anniversary of October 7 attacks

By Mountain State Times | Oct 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia has joined her Republican colleagues in the Senate to mark the anniversary of the October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel. The resolution, led by Senator Joni Ernst, condemns Iran-backed Hamas for their actions during the attacks that resulted in the deaths of dozens of Americans.

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Capito marks anniversary of October 7th attack on Israel

By Mountain State Times | Oct 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia has released a video statement commemorating the first anniversary of the October 7th attacks in Israel. These attacks resulted in the deaths of over one thousand civilians, including American citizens.