Signs Mixed As Recovery Plods Along: ; W.Va., Once Weathering Recession Better Than Most States, Could Plummet in Rankings

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West Virginia may be missing its chance to gain a competitive edge over other states as the nation slowly recovers from the recession.

The latest Index of Economic Momentum has West Virginia plummeting in the rankings to 43rd. The index measures states based on growth in personal income, employment and population.

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Signs Mixed As Recovery Plods Along: ; W.Va., Once Weathering Recession Better Than Most States, Could Plummet in Rankings

West Virginia broke into the index's Top 10 early last year. A strong showing throughout 2009 suggested it was weathering the recession better than most other states. It reached 2nd in September.

But the steep plunge in June's index i...

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