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“You’re Not Getting Payments in April”: What to Do if You Got This Message From Social Security

“You’re Not Getting Payments in April”: What to Do if You Got This Message From Social Security

This week, many beneficiaries of federal programs in the United States experienced confusion due to incorrect messages on the Social Security Administration (SSA) portal. ...

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Morrisey urges legislators to expand on "Trump-style" energy policy

Morrisey urges legislators to expand on “Trump-style” energy policy

In the final days of the legislative session, Gov. Patrick Morrisey says he is closely monitoring the state budget and economic development legislation, particularly ...

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West Virginia lawmakers passed Senate Bill 458, which will bring more licensed workers to the state

West Virginia lawmakers passed Senate Bill 458, which will bring more licensed workers to the state

CHARLESTON, West Virginia (WDTV) – West Virginia lawmakers approved the “Universal Professional and Occupational Licensing Act.” The law allows licensed and certified professionals to ...

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The West Virginia Senate amended the budget measure to add more monies for Birth to Three

The West Virginia Senate amended the budget measure to add more monies for Birth to Three

CHARLESTON, WV (WCHS) — Birth to Three practitioners who serve children under the age of three with developmental delays or disabilities across the state ...

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As Trump asks for more coal, West Virginia miners remain vulnerable owing to the postponement of the silica rule and NIOSH cuts

As Trump asks for more coal, West Virginia miners remain vulnerable owing to the postponement of the silica rule and NIOSH cuts

A new federal rule aimed at reducing coal miners’ exposure to silica dust, a major cause of black lung disease, has been delayed until ...

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Supporters argue that a cell phone ban in schools might reduce bullying and enhance student attentiveness

Supporters argue that a cell phone ban in schools might reduce bullying and enhance student attentiveness

CHARLESTON, WV (WCHS) — If House Bill 2003 is signed into law, West Virginia students will not be able to check their phones during ...

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The IRS Gives an Ultimatum: Claim Your Refund Check Now or Lose It Forever

The IRS Gives an Ultimatum: Claim Your Refund Check Now or Lose It Forever

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reminded taxpayers that the deadline to request a $1,400 refund for fiscal year 2021 is April 15, 2025. Those ...

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$1,702 Stimulus Checks Coming April 2025—See If You’re Eligible

$1,702 Stimulus Checks Coming April 2025—See If You’re Eligible

Alaska’s Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD), a one-time annual payment funded by the state’s oil revenues, has sparked heated legislative debate over the amount to ...

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“Your Payments Will Be Stopped”: Social Security Texted Millions of Americans a Warning

“Your Payments Will Be Stopped”: Social Security Texted Millions of Americans a Warning

Millions of people received false messages claiming that Social Security payments had been suspended due to technical failures. The Social Security Administration (SSA) blames ...

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Advocates criticize West Virginia's squatting bill for lacking answers to the homelessness epidemic

Advocates criticize West Virginia’s squatting bill for lacking answers to the homelessness epidemic

CHARLESTON, WV (WCHS) — House Bill 2434 attempts to crack down on persons who illegally live on properties, whether they are homes or businesses, ...

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