West Virginia tops list as cheapest state to do business
The Milken Institute ranking finds South Dakota, North Dakota, Iowa, Montana and Idaho as the five cheapest states with West Virginia moving from 37th to 41st in cost. While WV tax burden ranks sixth highest, overall costs fall due to cheaper wages, electricity and real estate. Hawaii, New York, Massachusetts, California and Connecticut are the five most expensive.
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West Virginia tackles illegal dumping under REAP plan
Timmermeyer notes rising dumps due to vigilance and more sites as new REAP legislation consolidates oversight under the Department of Environmental Protection. Officials promote Adopt a Dump and Litter Cam programs, education efforts, and funding to create a priority cleanup list and deter offenders. County leaders meet to discuss stronger codes and community outreach.
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Remarkable Young Archer Conquers Odds From West Virginia
Ryan Matney, 13, of Berwind, West Virginia, overcame a premature skull fusion and near blindness to win the Youth Male Finger Release division at the International Bowhunter's Organization finals at Snowshoe Mountain Resort. Competing against 2,700 shooters, he earned sponsorship attention from carbon express and Hoyt, and aims to expand archery in McDowell County schools.
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