Poetry Contest Announced For Fourth Of July
Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced Wednesday the America250 Poetry Contest, inviting West Virginians of all ages to submit original poems.
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Morrisey Signs Bill Modifying School Funding
The bill modifies the public-school funding formula to support instructional programs, technology, and teacher and leadership development.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsThe End Of The Legislative Session, Data Center Developments And Easter Eggs, This West Virginia Week
On this West Virginia Week, we take a look at the dramatic ending of the state Legislature’s 2026 regular session, developing data centers and Easter eggs.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsLawmakers Analyze How 'Raylee's Law' Failed In Final Hour
The state legislature has once again failed to enact Raylee’s Law. The frustration of that moment has given way now to analysis about what happened – and how to move forward.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAn Income Tax Cut Bill, First Responder Safety And Parting Thoughts From Our Reporters, At The Legislature This Week
On The Legislature This Week, our legislative reporters discuss bills nearing the finish line and our student reporter talks to first responders about a new safety bill.
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House Advances 5% Income Tax Cut
Gov. Patrick Morrisey hoped to deliver a 10% tax cut to West Virginians this year, but the legislature appears poised to pass a 5% cut.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsHouse Puts In Full Day On Floor To Advance Bills
Delegates met for almost eight hours as time runs out to amend and pass bills in this year's regular session.
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