| West Virginia's volunteer fire departments will be getting a one-year reprieve from big increases for their worker's compensation premiums, according to Gov. Joe Manchin.
He says the one-year delay will give lawmakers time to study the problem.
Many volunteer fire departments had been facing several thousand additional dollars for the coverage, with some claiming they would have to close their doors.
Calhoun's three VFDs are facing significant increases.
BrickStreet Mutual Insurance Co. had announced premium increases effective July 1, indicating their payout has grossly exceeded their income.
Volunteer fire departments are facing other major challenges to keep in operation.
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