W.Va. Upgrades Stimulus "Transparency" Web Site

West Virginia has launched a new Web site meant to help taxpayers keep tabs on the federal stimulus funds flowing into the state, The Associated Press and others report.

Recovery.wv.gov currently offers totals in the various stimulus categories, now estimated at around $1.8 billion over the next few year. It also has details on some of the areas, including planned highway projects.

"Among many other components, the site contains a search feature and allows individuals to view information by topic or by county," Gov. Joe Manchin's office said in a release. "Visitors will also be able to sign up to receive updates via email, RSS feeds or Twitter to stay apprised of all the latest developments. "