Aluminum Plates For Deep Space Win W.Va. 'Coolest' Contest
Aluminum plates that helped keep astronauts on the Artemis II rocket safe won the first ever Coolest Thing Made In West Virginia competition.
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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 NewsPart Three: The Case To ‘Uncouple’ Greyhound Racing And W.Va.’s State Government
Since 2007, West Virginia law has said state sanctioned casinos cannot operate without having horse or dog racing. A 2017 bill to eliminate the state’s role in greyhound racing was passed by the West Virginia Legislature but vetoed by Gov. Jim Justice.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsPart Two: Humane Treatment Major Question For Greyhound Racing Industry
Opponents of dog racing accuse the industry of abusive treatment, but those working within don't see it that way.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsPart One: W.Va. Will Soon Have The Country's Last Greyhound Tracks
Next year, West Virginia will have the last two greyhound racing tracks in the United States. The state government is bound by law to support the greyhound racing operations at two casinos – in Wheeling and Cross Lanes.
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W.Va. Breeders Say Budget Cuts Hurting Ractracks
Thoroughbred and greyhound breeders say that budget cuts to state racing subsidies are hurting the industry.The Charleston Gazette reports the two groups…
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