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State Law Library To Host Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic

March 17, 2010

The State Law Library will host Legal Aid Pro Bono Supervising Attorney Catherine Eckley as she conducts a one-hour low-income taxpayer clinic at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 24.

West Virginia Already Preparing for the Second Round of Race to the Top Funding

March 04, 2010

Gov. Joe Manchin and the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) Thursday learned that its $80 million Race to the Top (RTTT) application was

Governors Discuss States' Role in Transforming Health Care Delivery Systems at Opening Session of Winter Meeting

February 20, 2010

The 2010 National Governors Association (NGA) Winter Meeting began today with a robust opening plenary session highlighting the role states can play in improving health care delivery systems to provide

NGA Welcomes Governors to 2010 Winter Meeting

February 19, 2010

The nation’s governors gather here this weekend to address critical issues, including health care reform and the economy. Governors will also meet with President Obama, members of the Administration

Governor Meets With Top Executives at CEO-Only Business Meeting

February 12, 2010

Gov. Joe Manchin today joined Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg and top executives representing the automotive, business, technology and financial industries during The Business Council’s winter meeting.

Tax Assistance Available For Businesses Affected By Inclement Weather Conditions

February 12, 2010

Governor Joe Manchin and State Tax Commissioner Christopher G. Morris announced today that businesses located in West Virginia counties that were recently affected by inclement weather conditions, thus

ARRA Helps Bring Water Benefits To State Residents

February 04, 2010

A total of 39 projects funded by West Virginia’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund will provide improved wastewater treatment service to thousands of citizens in the Mountain State. Two of the projects will bring sewage treatment facilities

Governor Presents Grants for Scientific Research

January 28, 2010

Gov. Joe Manchin today presented nearly $3 million in state and federal grants to faculty from higher education institutions across West Virginia to help advance scientific research at West Virginia colleges and

Seniors Must File A State Income Tax Return To Receive The Senior Citizens’ Personal Income Tax Credit

January 04, 2010

West Virginia State Tax Commissioner Christopher G. Morris today issued a reminder that West Virginia Senior Citizens who seek to claim the Senior Citizens’ Personal Income Tax Credit must file a West Virginia state personal income tax return this year.

Successful West Virginia Bond Sales Provide Funding for New Schools and Huge Savings for Taxpayers

December 29, 2009

In November, West Virginia sold two separate bond issues that will provide significant funding for secondary schools and higher education institutions throughout the state

Governor Adjusts Agency Spending to Balance Current Year's Budget

December 28, 2009

Due to current economic and fiscal trends, Gov. Joe Manchin has signed an executive order requiring all Executive Branch agencies and constitutional offices supported by General Revenue Fund appropriations

Gov. Manchin Unveils Work-Release Program Expansion to Help Reduce Prison Overcrowding

December 07, 2009

Gov. Joe Manchin today announced that a new multi-agency effort to help alleviate jail and prison overcrowding will also save taxpayer money and better utilize existing st

“Something Extra” Offered with W.Va. State Parks Gift Cards Purchased by Dec. 15

December 03, 2009

Anyone looking for a last minute stocking stuffer or New Year’s gift should consider West Virginia State Park Gift Cards. The deadline for this year’s “Something Extra” promotion is approaching, so now is the time to buy.

Gov. Joe Manchin Celebrates Success Of Statewide Work Force Credentialing Program More Than 10,000 West Virginians Are Certified In First Year

December 01, 2009

Gov. Joe Manchin today celebrated a milestone with the statewide work force credentialing program, WorkKeys, along with representatives from WorkForce West Virginia and partner agencies.

Gas Tax Stabilization Bill Would Benefit State’s Communities

November 19, 2009

West Virginia’s communities stand to benefit from millions of dollars in additional funding for roadway paving if the governor’s gas tax stabilization bill passes during the special legislative session currently under way.