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WVDNR Accepting Applications for Cooperative Research and Education/Management Grants Program

October 27, 2009

Applications for grants that support research, conservation or education projects are being accepted by the Wildlife Resources Section of the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources WVDNR through its Wildlife Diversity Unit.

Governor Manchin Announces More Than $6 Million in ARRA Grants

October 15, 2009

Governor Joe Manchin, along with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the West Virginia Division of Highways, this week announced the awarding of 26 projects as part of the 2009

Unpaid Municipal Costs May Be Paid By Garnishing Taxpayer Refunds

September 28, 2009

The West Virginia State Tax Commissioner Christopher G. Morris today announced municipalities may request a taxpayer’s state personal income tax refund be offset in order to settle debts stemming from unpaid or delinquent costs, fines, forfeitures, or...

West Virginia’s Tourism Industry Matches Nearly $1.8 Million To Attract Visitors To The State

September 24, 2009

West Virginia tourism industry projects totaling nearly $3.6 million have been approved by the West Virginia Tourism Commission to receive matching funds in the amount of $1.8 million through the Matching Advertising Partnership Program (MAPP)

West Virginia Benefits from Multi-State Agreement

September 17, 2009

West Virginia State Tax Commissioner Christopher G. Morris announced today that the state continues to benefit from an Information Exchange Agreement

U.S. Labor Department Awards More Than $11 Million In Unemployment Insurance Modernization Incentive Funds To West Virginia

September 16, 2009

Gov. Joe Manchin announced today that the U.S. Department of Labor has awarded $11,058,877 in unemployment insurance (UI) modernization incentive funds to West Virginia.

West Virginia's "Solid Financial Management, Sound Financial Position" Result In Credit Rating Upgrades

August 21, 2009

Gov. Joe Manchin today announced that, for the first time in well over a decade, Standard and Poor's Ratings Services has raised its

Governor's Special Session Call For Aug. 11

August 11, 2009

The following is the language from the official special session call: I, JOE MANCHIN III, GOVERNOR of the State of West Virginia, by virtue of the

Governor Will Ask Legislature to Share Surplus With State Employees

July 31, 2009

Gov. Joe Manchin today announced that he will ask the Legislature to dedicate a portion of the Fiscal Year 2009 state budget ...

West Virginia Workers Eligible for Expanded Trade Adjustment Assistance

July 16, 2009

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has approved trade petitions for several West Virginia companies under the new Trade Adjustment Assistance (

West Virginia Becomes First State To Issue ARRA School Construction Bonds

July 09, 2009

With today’s issuance of $30 million in Qualified School Construction Bonds, the West Virginia School Building Authority soon will be able to make repairs, replacements or additions to 38 schools in 30

Governor Speaks With Senator Byrd, Meets With Top Aides During Washington Visit

July 07, 2009

Following up on a request from U.S. Sen. Robert C. Byrd, Gov. Joe Manchin today met with the senator’s top aides and briefed them on the state’s financial condition and provided an update on state highway projects during a visit to

West Virginia’s Tourism Industry Matches More Than $2.8 Million To Attract Visitors To The State

June 23, 2009

West Virginia Tourism Industry projects totaling more than $2.8 million have been approved by the West Virginia Tourism Commission to receive matching funds in the amount of $2.8 million through the

Residents In Calhoun County Eligible To Apply For Federal Disaster Unemployment Funds

June 16, 2009

Gov. Joe Manchin announced today that Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) benefits will be available to qualifying persons residing or working in Calhoun County. “Individuals who live or work in Calhoun County and have lost their job due to the r...

Banks Join State’s Loan Program To Fix Flood-Damaged Bridges

June 16, 2009

Several West Virginia banks have joined the state’s new program to help property owners repair or replace bridges damaged in the May 2009 floods. The state will provide loan guarantees to participating banks. The banks then provide 0 percent intere...