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HOMES: Local market shows growth

2008-03-21T17:25:02.392207-04:00

The local housing market is showing signs of continued stability and gains in the face of a slumping market nationwide. The overall value of homes continues to increase, according to recent data from the Cabell County Assessor’s Office and the local Board of Realtors.

INDUSTRY: Manufacturing holding steady

2008-03-21T17:11:40.328220-04:00

Tucked away in the industrial areas of Cabell and Wayne counties, off the main streets and out of the public eye, there are thousands of men and women hard at work. They make products sent around the world and help local companies thrive, keeping much-needed jobs in the Tri-State and pumping dollars into the local economy.

Local bedding company producing sweet dreams for W.Va. resort guests

2008-03-21T17:56:05.121103-04:00

HUNTINGTON -- A mix of traditional and cutting-edge practices is helping to bolster a local bedding company.

Brenda Taylor: Kitchen, bath remain top homebuyers’ interest when looking for a new abode

2008-03-21T17:56:50.165133-04:00

Today's home buying trends are set by the overwhelming amount of information that is available to buyers.

Can't afford to move? 5 ways to get the best bang for your improvement buck

2008-03-21T17:09:14.509238-04:00

In the nearly 30 years that we have made our living as remodeling contractors, we have experienced several economic recessions. And in the home improvement business, that's not such a bad thing.

Shrunken Rust Belt city shows grit, struggles to make comeback

2008-03-21T17:26:26.117194-04:00

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. -- Under the shadows of a steel mill's rusting carcass, a new Johnstown is slowly taking shape.

New natural gas pipelines promise to even out prices across the nation

2008-03-21T17:27:00.268117-04:00

SALT LAKE CITY -- In the Rocky Mountains, the energy crisis has mostly been a crisis for natural gas producers and a boon for consumers.

Toyota cements position as state's top auto employer

2008-03-21T17:28:49.055892-04:00

The Toyota Motor Manufacturing plant has cemented its position as the top automotive employer in the state, and its officials are looking forward to what new or redesigned models Toyota might bring this year. The last several months brought a new product, a 6-speed transmission, at the powertrain plant, which makes engines and transmissions for several Toyota vehicles.

Gerald McDonald: Shell buildings can help draw industries to region

2008-03-21T17:29:27.349043-04:00

The method used by businesses to decide where to locate a new industrial plant in is often referred to as "a process of elimination."

Marathon Oil improves safety, plant's reliability

2008-03-21T17:31:06.435091-04:00

CATLETTSBURG, Ky. -- Improved reliability and a stellar safety record in 2007 is paying off this year at the Marathon Oil plant in Catlettsburg.

Local engineer says his field a blend of math and science

2008-03-21T17:53:35.349334-04:00

HUNTINGTON -- Scott Boggs loves numbers. He credits that passion with helping him land a job as assistant plant engineer at Steel of West Virginia.