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A reporter was dismissed after state officials complained — the latest instance of political pressure on the station from Gov. Jim Justice's administration and some state legislators.

Interviews with 20 people with direct knowledge of events at West Virginia Public Broadcasting indicate this is not an aberration but a years-long pattern.

A reporter was dismissed after state officials complained — the latest instance of political pressure on the station from Gov. Jim Justice's administration and some state legislators.

Stock show hosts 100,000-plus over final weekend The 2023 National Western Stock Show attracted 702,697 visitors over its 16-day January run. It showed a rebound in enthusiasm for the historical event after health worries/mandates reduced...

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Lender African Bank has reported improved profit growth of nearly 40%, as the number of loans it gave to its retail customers grew to exceed pre-pandemic levels, boosting revenue earned from interest.

Oct. 1's Taste of Burr Ridge was one of the most successful the village has had since the pandemic.

The Berwyn-based beef chain said it is already in talks with operators who want to open restaurants in Florida, Texas and Arizona.

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Jesse Wright, the 2012 saddle bronc riding world champ, will miss some time after undergoing surgery on his right knee.