Grave Marker Dedication Honors Black Activist Bessie Woodson Yancey
A grave marker dedication was held this month for an Appalachian activist who died decades ago.
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W.Va. Correction Commissioner Says Jails System Improving
Corrections Commissioner William Marshall said for the first time since COVID-19 hit, jail and prison guard vacancies have fallen below 1,000 - standing at 990. We have a class of 55 right now that wi...
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsCorrections Commissioner Details Job Vacancy Crisis To Lawmakers
There are more than 1,000 job vacancies division wide, with most facilities lacking from 40 to 70 percent of needed staff.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsSchool Bus Driver, Mechanic Shortage Affecting Student Education
The challenge to recruit and retain public school bus drivers remains at a critical level, and it’s having a ripple effect on student education.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsDelegates Reflect On Passed, Failed Legislative Session Initiatives
Several lawmakers called the just completed legislative session historic, while others are left with concerns over a focus on major economic development rather than helping working West Virginians.
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House Passes PEIA Reform Legislation To Prevent Program Collapse
After more than three hours of passionate debate riddled with number crunching and tales of the haves and have nots, Senate Bill 268, meant to shore up the state’s Public Employees Insurance Agency passed with a 69 to 27 vote and four members absent.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsReporter Roundtable Talks PEIA, Pay Raises And Gender-Affirming Health Care
On this episode of The Legislature Today, we have our weekly reporter roundtable to recap the week and explore what’s still to come. WVPB’s Chris Schulz and Emily Rice sit down with Brad McElhinny of WV MetroNews.
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