‘Jay’ Rockefeller Dies At 89
Jay Rockefeller, the last member of his family’s political dynasty who served as West Virginia’s governor and later a longtime U.S. senator, has died.
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House Passes Bill That Would Allow Motorcyclists To Stand On Vehicles
A House bill that would permit motorcyclists to stand upright in their vehicles passed the chamber Wednesday after an amendment to the bill was shot down the day prior.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsLawmakers Talk Challenges Unique To Eastern Panhandle
On this episode of The Legislature Today, Jack Walker talks with Eastern Panhandle lawmakers Dels. Michael Hite, R-Berkeley, and Mike Hornby, R-Berkeley. They discuss lawmakers’ approach to regional issues like infrastructure constraints and a higher local cost of living.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsHouse Votes Down Amendment To Make Helmets Optional For Motorcyclists
The West Virginia House of Delegates voted down a bill amendment Tuesday that would have made helmets optional for motorcyclists over age 21.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsManchin Leads Memorial Motorcycle Ride
An annual motorcycle ride to honor fallen military service members kicked off its ninth year at the West Virginia Capital.
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Motorists Encouraged To Be Mindful Of Motorcycle Safety
With warmer weather just around the corner, state officials are raising awareness around motorcycle safety.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAdventure Travel Day At The Capitol Includes E-bikes
On Adventure Travel Day at the West Virginia Legislature, on and off road enthusiasts touted some mean machines on two wheels and four - and some, not so mean.
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