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State Lawmakers Support End Of Greyhound Racing In Letter To Senators
In the letter, state lawmakers argued that a federal ban on dog racing would help West Virginia be in line with the rest of the country and free up state tax revenues for unmet needs.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsProposed Federal Bill Would End Greyhound Racing Nationwide
The only two greyhound racing tracks left in the U.S. are in West Virginia. That number may change to zero if proposed federal legislation passes.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsJustice, Staff Say State Police Probe Will Intensify
Gov. Jim Justice said Wednesday that public statements made by resigned State Police Superintendent Jan Cahill that he was blindsided by the investigation and he followed protocol across the board are false.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsState Police Superintendent Resigns Amid Investigations Into Women’s Rights Violations, Stealing, More
An investigation found evidence of videotaping a State Police women’s locker room, stealing money at a casino and a concerning I-81 crash investigation.
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Will A New Legislative Makeup Affect W.Va.’s Greyhound Racing Industry?
In 2023, West Virginia will be the only state left with greyhound racing. Industry opponents say a new legislative makeup could end the sport here. Proponents say it’s stronger than ever.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsGreyhound Racing Nearing Its End In The US After Long Slide
The greyhounds are racing again in Dubuque, Iowa, but after a shortened season ends in May, there will be only three tracks left in the country. Later this year, that number will dwindle to only two, both in West Virginia.
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