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NFIB director discusses small business optimism amid rising uncertainty

NFIB West Virginia State Director Gil White recently spoke on WAJR’s Talk of the Town in Morgantown, addressing the latest Small Business Optimism Index and the current state of the small business economy.

By Mountain State Times | Feb 19, 2025

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Governor Morrisey receives support from small business community

Following Governor Patrick Morrisey's State of the State address, NFIB West Virginia State Director Gil White expressed approval of the governor's commitment to enhancing the small business economy.

By Mountain State Times | Feb 12, 2025

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Small businesses face hiring challenges; compensation adjustments increase

By Mountain State Times | Feb 10, 2025

The latest report from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reveals that 35% of small business owners, on a seasonally adjusted basis, reported job openings they could not fill in January.

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Small business optimism hits highest level since June 2021

By Mountain State Times | Dec 11, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) reported a significant rise in the Small Business Optimism Index for November, reaching 101.7 points.

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Which type of West Virginia companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q3?

By Mountain State Times | Nov 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Biologics company from West Virginia in the third quarter of 2024.

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West Virginia Manufacturers Association announces endorsements for 2024 election

By Mountain State Times | Oct 21, 2024

The West Virginia Manufacturers Association (WVMA) has announced its endorsements for the upcoming 2024 General Election. These endorsements were made public by the WVMA's Political Action Committee, known as the West Virginians for Manufacturing Jobs PAC.

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West Virginia honors industry champions for contributions to economic growth

By Mountain State Times | Oct 16, 2024

The West Virginia Manufacturers Association (WVMA) has announced the recipients of its 2024 Champion of Industry Awards. The honorees, Senator Glenn Jeffries, Delegate Bob Fehrenbacher, and Legislative Staff Member Robert E. Akers, were recognized at the annual All-State Legislative Dinner held at the Charleston Coliseum & Conference Center.

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FDA Inspection: What type of West Virginia companies were under most scrutiny during Q3?

By Mountain State Times | Oct 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Drugs company from West Virginia in the third quarter of 2024.

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Small business owners urge Congress to make tax deduction permanent

By Mountain State Times | Sep 30, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) recently held a press conference in Washington D.C. as part of its 2024 Small Business Tax Deduction Summit.

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NFIB endorses Riley Moore for Congress representing West Virginia

By Mountain State Times | Sep 16, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has endorsed Riley Moore for the United States House of Representatives, representing West Virginia's 2nd Congressional District.

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FDA Inspection: What type of West Virginia companies were under most scrutiny during August?

By Mountain State Times | Sep 1, 2024

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

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West Virginia Manufacturers Association endorses McCuskey for attorney general

By Mountain State Times | Aug 21, 2024

The West Virginia Manufacturers Association (WVMA), through its Political Action Committee, West Virginians for Manufacturing Jobs PAC, has endorsed West Virginia State Auditor John B. “JB” McCuskey for the position of Attorney General in the upcoming November 5th General Election.

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NFIB urges Congress to pass act preventing small business tax hike

By Mountain State Times | Aug 15, 2024

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has launched a new radio advertisement in West Virginia, urging Congress to halt what it describes as a significant tax increase on small businesses.

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NFIB urges Congress to make 20% small business deduction permanent

By Mountain State Times | Aug 14, 2024

Jeff Brabant, Vice President of Federal Government Relations for the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), appeared on WRNR in Martinsburg to discuss the importance of making the 20% Small Business Deduction permanent.

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WVMA endorses Morrisey for governor in upcoming election

By Mountain State Times | Aug 5, 2024

As this year’s November 5th General Election approaches, the West Virginia Manufacturers Association, through its Political Action Committee, the West Virginians for Manufacturing Jobs PAC, released its endorsement of West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey to be the next Governor of the Mountain State.

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

By Mountain State Times | Aug 1, 2024

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

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Small business owner urges Congress to extend tax relief benefits

By Mountain State Times | Jul 23, 2024

The West Virginia News recently featured an op-ed by Kyle Lindsey, owner of Bob’s American Store & Café in Shady Spring and a member of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB).