From The Dominion Post of Morgantown, W.Va.: You almost have to suspend disbelief for a moment that reality TV didn’t create Gov. Jim Justice, too. But it didn’t. Yet, his personality, oratory and resort to props and lack of almost any details often lead us to think otherwise. Like most[Read More…]
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W.Va. House of Delegates Speaker Armstead not seeking re-election to W.Va. Legislature
By Jake Zuckerman The Charleston Gazette-Mail CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The Speaker of the House of Delegates said Friday he will not seek re-election in 2018, opening a much-coveted position by year’s end. Speaker Tim Armstead, R-Kanawha, said he made up his mind after discussing the matter with friends and family[Read More…]
W.Va. Tourism Commissioner Ruby: Return on Investment for W.Va. tourism advertising is now $8 on each dollar spent
Governor Justice’s $20 million marketing budget proposal could generate $160 million in economic activity See W.VA. Tourism Commissioner Chelsea Ruby’s interview, at the 12 minute mark of the video, and the entire West Virginia Press Insight program on video. West Virginia Press Association Report CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Governor[Read More…]
Tourism, development investments touted as fuel for W.Va. economy
By Jim Workman West Virginia Press Association CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Investing in tourism and economic development would give West Virginia a shot at combating many issues ail the Mountain State, according to Commerce Secretary Woody Thrasher. The Department of Commerce made a presentation for its proposed 2019 budget for the[Read More…]
Opinion: W.Va. Secretary of State – Success, accomplishment in year one
By Mac Warner West Virginia Secretary of State On Jan. 16, 2017, I was honored to take the oath of office as the 30th Secretary of State of West Virginia. Through my first year, we worked to improve customer services and operational efficiencies in every Division. The good news is[Read More…]
Report: In the W.Va. House of Delegates for week ending Jan. 19
Release from the W.Va. House of Delegates: By Jared Hunt Communications Director CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The House of Delegates completed its first full week of the 2018 regular session, passing its first bills and moving forward with legislation to streamline government and make it more efficient. House Bill 2869<http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_history.cfm?INPUT=2869&year=2018&sessiontype=RS> was[Read More…]
Sen. Mike Azinger appointed to West Virginia legislative committee
Staff report The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Sen. Mike Azinger, R-Wood, Thursday was named chairman of the Senate Banking and Insurance Committee. He succeeds Jeff Mullins, a Republican from Raleigh County, who resigned on Jan. 12. Mullins cited increased business and family obligations. Read the entire article: http://www.newsandsentinel.com/news/local-news/2018/01/mike-azinger-appointed-to-legislative-committee/[Read More…]
At the Capitol: Redistricting bill looks toward 2022?
By Phil Kabler For The West Virginia Press Association While the calendar may read 2018, the Legislature’s mind is on 2022, based on legislation fast-tracked in the House of Delegates. When redistricting rolls around in 2021, following the 2020 U.S. Census, the legislation would require the House to be made up[Read More…]
Proposed West Virginia Senate bill pushes technical education
By MICHAEL ERB The Parkersburg News and Sentinel CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A proposed bill in the West Virginia Senate would seek to reinvigorate the state’s workforce by making technical training programs more affordable. Senate President Mitch Carmichael, R-Jackson, is sponsoring SB 284, which is modeled after a similar program in[Read More…]
West Virginia Senate refuses to confirm former Freedom Rider
By TINA ALVEY The Register-Herald The West Virginia Senate Committee on Confirmations has dramatically altered course from its previous task of serving as a “rubber stamp” for gubernatorial appointments. Earlier this month, the committee surprised many when it rejected a dozen of Gov. Jim Justice’s appointees for various boards and[Read More…]
