# West Virginia’s Ascend Program Wins | Charleston News

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Podcast: [Charleston West Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charleston-west-virginia-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7606770)
Published: 2026-07-19T19:29:09+00:00
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West Virginia’s Ascend program is turning heads by offering $12,000 to relocate, plus free outdoor fun, coworking spaces, social events, and business support—drawing over 80,000 applicants. Spread across six cities, it’s not just about incentives but building real community ties. More than 1,500 people—including 24 new babies—have settled in, with 97% staying the full two years and 41% buying or building homes, proving this isn’t just a temporary fix—it’s a movement to rebuild the Mountain State. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a978a49ffb6a524c

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