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West Virginia
The Cleveland Fed’s district includes 6 counties in West Virginia, located in the northern panhandle of the state.
Recent Articles
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Opportunity Occupations: A Way Ahead for People without a College Degree
People with bachelor’s degrees typically earn better wages and experience higher employment rates than workers who do not. Yet, more than two-thirds of US adults currently do not have a college degree. Since 2015, the Cleveland Fed, in partnership with Atlanta and Philadelphia Feds, has been exploring these trends by identifying occupations that pay above the national annual median wage and are generally accessible to those without a four-year college degree. Read More
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The Opioid Epidemic and Its Effects: What We Know
With drug overdoses being the leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 50, Cleveland Fed researchers examine the opioid epidemic’s effect on the region. Read their findings.
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From Coal Workers to Computer Coders: New Strategies for Growth in Central Appalachia
The Central Appalachian region is currently experiencing an economic transition. Philanthropic organizations are working to overcome the region’s challenges by capitalizing on its natural assets. Read More
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Storytelling through Creative Expression
Speakers show how storytelling can create meaningful programs and effective policies to improve communities. Check out our coverage
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Opening Address, J.D. Vance
Keynote speaker J.D. Vance suggests that a mix of policy tactics could reduce the high levels of poverty in middle America. Check out our coverage