CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The impending sale of four of West Virginia’s state-owned long-term care facilities is 34 days away, with a private company coming into the state for the first time excited for the opportunity.

But questions remain about what will happen for the population that will need the care these facilities offer.

Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced on Aug. 12 that New York-based Marx Development Group (MDG) will purchase Hopemont Hospital in Preston County, Jackie Withrow Hospital in Raleigh County, John Manchin Sr. Health Care Center in Marion County, and Lakin Hospital in Mason County for $60 million.

While MDG is conducting the purchase, the facilities will be managed by one of MDG’s subsidiaries. Majestic Care, a long-term care company with facilities in Indiana, Michigan, and

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