West Virginia saw job growth in 2016....

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Manufacturing: Manufacturers tell us West Virginia’s tax structure impedes job creation. The tax on equipment and inventory, which is not charged in most states, is identified as the No. 1 tax problem hindering manufacturers.

Manufacturers say replacing an aging workforce with competent, well-trained and drug-free new workers is a must for the 21st century workplace."

- See more at: http://www.wvgazettemail.com/daily-...D=17273045&BSD_SID=28305#sthash.GF9Alv8F.dpuf

The first part of that statement is so, so true. Unfortunately, the second part of that statement is what is really killing us with manufacturing.