West Virginia paid digital nomads to move there during COVID. Many are staying

What has been confirmed

Only one source so far — nothing has been independently corroborated yet.

What remains unknown

• Reported by one source, not yet independently confirmed: Ascend West Virginia is one of dozens of relocation initiatives across the country offering cash and other incentives to move to states needing an economic boost.
• Reported by one source, not yet independently confirmed: Here's how they're working out.