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January 12, 2026

Jail Costs Continue to Rise, Straining Budgets Across West Virginia

WCHS – County jail bills continue to skyrocket, but revenues can’t seem to keep up.

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It’s an issue commissioners have brought to lawmakers for years. Kanawha County Commissioner Lance Wheeler said they’re expecting a $1 million increase at minimum this year for their jail bill.

“I don’t believe those revenues are going to exceed the costs of the jail bill,” Wheeler said.

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