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West Virginia-American Water just got approval to buy Lincoln Public Service District for $12.9 million, aiming to bring stable, cleaner water to Lincoln County after the district’s financial collapse. The deal, requested in July 2025, lets the county recoup $6.2 million in debt while ensuring service continuity. Serving 2,532 customers across three counties, the district’s operations have been strained. Customers will see three rate adjustments over two years to align with company rates. The swift settlement—submitted July 2026, with a hearing canceled—shows broad agreement.

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