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Conflict in Iran expected to impact gas prices

PARKERSBURG — Gas prices are on the rise as conflict in the Middle East heats up. Nationwide, the national average for a gallon of gas has gone up by six cents over the past week to $2.99. The recent U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran are an important factor to consider as Iran is a key player ...

Wood County Sheriff warns of fraud effort targeting delivery drivers

PARKERSBURG — The Wood County Sheriff’s Department is warning the community of a targeted scam affecting local delivery drivers. In a post to its Facebook page, the sheriff’s department urged Wood County residents to be aware of a structured scam targeting food delivery drivers operating ...

West Virginia House passes ‘Jobs First’ bill aimed at aerospace industry

CHARLESTON — The latest “Jobs First - Opportunity Everywhere” bill to make it through the West Virginia House of Delegates is aimed at transforming the state into a competitive hub for the aerospace industry. The House passed House Bill 4006, creating the West Virginia Aerospace and ...

Senate passes West Virginia First Energy Act

CHARLESTON — The West Virginia Senate passed a bill overwhelmingly Friday to encourage coal-fired power plants to produce more electricity, but some senators were concerned the bill could fall back on electric ratepayers to cover the possible increased costs. The state Senate passed House ...