Pothole-peppered roads pose challenge

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) - Drivers and cash-strapped road departments across West Virginia and Virginia are facing a new challenge: an obstacle course potholes.

Melting snow and ice from a series of winter storms that buried parts of both states are revealing thousands of potholes.

And the repair costs couldn't come at a worse time.

West Virginia has already spent nearly $3 million more than the $54 million it budgeted this year for snow clearing. Virginia, meanwhile, dipped into reserves after exhausting its $79 million budget, but still has about $28 million for asphalt and concrete patching.

Both states plan aggressive pothole repairs once the weather cooperates.