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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How The War In Iran Is Affecting Shipping, Supply Chains In Appalachia, This West Virginia Morning
Prices at fuel pumps have surged since the United States went to war with Iran. But the Middle East conflict is also having major impacts on international shipping and supply chains. Those issues are taking a major toll on Appalachian corn farmers.
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There are yard signs, candidate forums and ads for candidates, but if you’re not sure exactly who you can vote for, there is a tool.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsDelegates Discuss Process For Creating State Budget
While the West Virginia Legislature may consider hundreds of bills during the 60-day session, there is only one thing they are required by the state constitution to do and that is to pass a balanced budget. The state is not allowed to operate in a deficit. News Director Eric Douglas spoke with House Finance Committee Chair Vernon Criss, R-Wood, and Minority Chair of House Finance Del. John Williams, D-Monongalia, to discuss the process for creating the state budget.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsHouse Judiciary Considers Election Day Deadline For Absentee Ballots
The bill's sponsors believe voters have ample time in the leadup to Election Day to get their votes in.
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Find Your Sample Ballot With New Virtual Tool
A new online tool shows residents the candidates and measures they can vote on in this year's primary election in advance, so that they can take more time to consider their decisions.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsState Officials React To Failure Of Amendment 4
West Virginia voters soundly defeated all four amendments on the ballot in the midterm elections Tuesday, including Amendment 4, the Education Accountability Amendment.
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