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07/22/2026 · Wayne County

Oil Prices Return to Pre-Conflict Levels

Oil prices have fallen to levels observed before recent regional tensions, as shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz shows signs of normalization. The waterway is a critical passage for global oil shipments.

07/21/2026

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Social Security Fund Depletion Projected by 2032, Benefits Face Reduction

Social Security benefits face a potential reduction of approximately 25% by 2032, according to a recent report. Trustees indicate an accelerated timeline for fund depletion. The projection moves the depletion date several months closer than earlier estimates.

07/21/2026

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Rising Costs Prompt More Retirees to Re-enter Workforce

Financial Pressures are causing a growing number of retirees to return to paid work. Increased living costs in the United States have made it challenging for some older individuals to maintain their previous retired lifestyles.

07/21/2026

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Social Security Fund Depletion Projected by 2032, Benefits Face Reduction

07/21/2026

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Oil Prices Return to Pre-Conflict Levels

07/21/2026

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A Quarter of U.S. Workforce Occupies Jobs Not Requiring Formal Credentials

New findings show nearly one in four American workers hold jobs that typically require no formal educational credential. This category accounts for 37.4 million individuals in the U.S. workforce.

07/21/2026

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Monongalia County Commission to Meet January 18th

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Monongalia County Commission will hold its Regular Meeting on Thursday, January 18, 2024. The meeting will be held at the Monongalia County Courthouse. Details regarding the agenda will be posted closer to the meeting date. This meeting is open to the public.

Monongalia County Commissioners Meeting Scheduled for June 4th

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING The Monongalia County Board of County Commissioners will convene for a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the courtroom of the Monongalia County Courthouse, 241 High Street, Morgantown, WV. The agenda will include discussion and potential action on various county matters, including budget updates and new ordinances. All interested citizens are encouraged to attend.

Have Your Say: Monongalia County Seeks Input on Parks Master Plan

Monongalia County Parks and Recreation is embarking on the creation of a comprehensive Master Plan to guide the development and enhancement of our local parks and recreational services over the next decade. We value your input! Please visit our website at [link to website] to participate in our online survey, available until July 15, 2024. We will also be hosting community town hall meetings in August; dates and locations will be announced shortly. Your feedback is crucial in ensuring our parks meet the needs of all residents.

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Attorney General McCuskey joins multi-state coalition raising concerns over Wi-Fi company’s ties to China

Other - 10/07/2026

West Virginia Joins 44-State, $2.3 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over Data Breach

Probate - 09/24/2026

Attorney General McCuskey Joins 20-State Coalition Alerting National Security Council to Exploitation of FDA Approved Drugs by China Supply Chain

Other - 09/21/2026