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Legislation would change school funding framework, but not for another three years
14+ hour, 39+ min ago (484+ words) The House of Delegates will consider legislation that will change funding for local school systems, although it wouldn't kick in until three years from now. "I support this bill, and I will continue to support this bill," said Delegate Clay…...
Governor says he would consider more funding for schools if budget 'offsets' are identified
2+ week, 4+ day ago (968+ words) Gov. Patrick Morrisey said state officials could consider increased financial support for public schools but emphasized that would require making choices elsewhere. "Anytime folks want to put new money that's not accounted for, you've got to take it away from…...
Big transmission line project crosses a hurdle by filing West Virginia siting application
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (482+ words) A 107.5-mile, 500-kilovolt transmission line with a preferred route going through several West Virginia counties has reached a milestone on its path through regulatory review. The MidAtlantic Resiliency Link being developed by'NextEra Energy Transmission was filing siting applications today in…...
School Bailout Bill Lacks Ultimate Consequence
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (550+ words) Listen to "School Bailout Bill Lacks Ultimate Consequence" on Spreaker. House Bill 4574 sailed through committee and passed the House in a single day. The measure creates a financial safety net for county school systems that fall into fiscal peril. Brad…...
Nelson tells House Finance 'offsets' can accomplish second half of Morrisey's 10 percent tax cut plan
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (432+ words) CHARLESTON, W.Va. " State Revenue Secretary Eric Nelson says Gov. Patrick Morrisey wants to work with the legislature on ideas about how to come up with enough revenue in the state budget to cut the personal income tax by a total…...
Governor pitches 10% tax cut, budget reflects 5% tax cut and lawmakers have choices ahead
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (774+ words) West Virginia lawmakers have begun considering the governor's $5.493 billion budget, including whether the state can afford another proposed income tax cut over the longer haul. "Governor Morrisey is presenting a balanced budget as required," Revenue Secretary Eric Nelson told senators....
WVU Medicine Aspiring Nurses Program welcomes new BridgeValley students
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (357+ words) CHARLESTON, W.Va. " Fourteen prospective nurses are on their way to achieving their goals after signing to join the WVU Medicine Aspiring Nurse Program. WVU Thomas Hospitals welcomed the students from BridgeValley Community & Technical College with a celebration on Thursday. BridgeValley…...
Aurora-based addiction treatment center receives $1 million WVFF grant
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (496+ words) AURORA, W.Va. " The West Virginia First Foundation Board of Directors has approved a $1 million grant for a Preston County addiction services provider through the Direct Funding Model application and review process. "Jacob's Ladder is a nationally recognized residential recovery program…...
As regular session nears, governor floats another tax cut
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (430+ words) Gov. Patrick Morrisey suggested tax cuts could be on the table for the legislative session that's straight ahead. "As we're getting closer to the legislative session, I wanted to make clear that one of our top priorities during the session…...
Marshall discusses goals, oversight as Bureau of Prisons Director
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (387+ words) CHARLESTON, W.Va.New U.S. Bureau of Prisons Director William "Billy" Marshall discussed his role during a recent interview. Marshall, a Marshall University graduate, was appointed by President Donald Trump in April 2025 after spending 25 years with the West Virginia State Police. Before…...