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Published on June 14, 2024 - 16:46 GMT

Gov. Justice orders flags to be flown at half-staff on Saturday, June 15, in honor of former Delegate Joe Martin

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice has ordered all United States and West Virginia flags at the Capitol Complex and state-owned facilities in Randolph and Pocahontas counties to be displayed at half-staff from midnight until sunset on Saturday, June 15, …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 07:23 GMT

Gov. Justice declares Juneteenth 2024 as State holiday in West Virginia, reminds public about annual Juneteenth Celebration

Juneteenth, which is recognized on June 19 each year, celebrates the ending of slavery in the United States. The Juneteenth State holiday this year will be observed on Wednesday, June 19, 2023, as a full-day holiday for all public employees of the State. …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 07:23 GMT

Governor Justice celebrates the opening of the state’s first railbike excursion

CLAY, WV — Gov. Jim Justice today celebrated the grand opening of the newest location of Rail Explorers, the nation’s leading railbike operator, in Clay. On Rail Explorers’ comfortable, 2- and 4-person electric-assisted railbikes, riders can now easily …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 07:23 GMT

Gov. Justice signs legislation providing more than $80 million for West Virginia’s college students and higher education ...

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice today signed SB 1007, which allocates more than $80 million to the state’s higher education system to strengthen West Virginia’s financial aid programs this year and support colleges and universities. Joined by recent high …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 07:23 GMT

HHOMA announces lineup and vendors for Juneteenth celebration at Capitol Complex this Saturday

CHARLESTON, WV – The Herbert Henderson Office of Minority Affairs (HHOMA) is excited to unveil the fantastic lineup for this weekend's Juneteenth Celebration this Saturday, June 15, from 4-9 p.m. at the State Capitol Complex. Headlining performers for …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 07:23 GMT

Gov. Justice announces Water Development Authority approves five additional economic enhancement projects, celebrates five decades ...

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today the West Virginia Water Development Authority (WDA) has approved funding for another five Economic Enhancement Grant Fund (EEFG) projects. To date, the WDA has awarded 174 EEGF grants totaling over $427 …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 07:23 GMT

Gov. Justice to appoint Jeffrey Pack as Commissioner of West Virginia Bureau of Senior Services

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today he will appoint Jeffrey Pack as Commissioner of the West Virginia Bureau of Senior Services, a cabinet-level position in the administration. Pack is currently the Commissioner for the Bureau for Social …

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Published on June 4, 2024 - 00:28 GMT

Gov. Justice and SOMAR announce manufacturing facility in Wood County

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice and officials of Japan-based SOMAR, unveiled exciting news for West Virginia's economic landscape. SOMAR will establish a facility to manufacture an epoxy resin product used in the automotive sector. The new facility …

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Published on June 3, 2024 - 19:06 GMT

Gov. Justice announces West Virginia’s year-to-date surplus exceeds $700 million with one month left in fiscal year

In May, total General Revenue Fund collections exceeded $397.3 million, bringing the cumulative year-to-date collections for Fiscal Year 2024 to $5.1 billion. The fiscal year ends in June. May Personal Income Tax collections totaled more than $138.3 …

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Published on May 31, 2024 - 01:33 GMT

Gov. Justice announces popular West Virginia Waterfall Trail surpasses 75,000 check-ins

Three New Waterfalls Today, the Department of Tourism added three new falls to the trail. Each of these waterfalls has been made more accessible for visitors in recent months due to trail infrastructure improvements: Clear Fork Rail Trail Waterfall To …

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Published on May 31, 2024 - 01:33 GMT

Gov. Justice appoints Ryan Flanigan as Circuit Judge of the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that he has appointed Ryan Flanigan to the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court serving Mercer County. He fills the seat vacated by Judge Derek Swope's retirement. Flanigan received his B.A. and M.A. in …

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Published on May 31, 2024 - 01:33 GMT

Gov. Justice appoints Sarah Dixon as Family Court Judge of the Sixth Family Court Circuit

Office of the Governor State Capitol, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E Charleston, WV 25305 Office Phone: 304.558.2000 or 1.888.438.2731 Governor's Mansion: 304.558.3588

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Published on May 31, 2024 - 01:33 GMT

Gov. Justice signs Senate Bill 1002 allocating $150 million for supplemental highway funding

West Virginia Turnpike travel plazas still on track to open in time for Thanksgiving BECKLEY, WV — Gov. Jim Justice signed Senate Bill 1002 today giving the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) $150 million in supplemental highway funding for paving …

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Published on May 25, 2024 - 22:06 GMT

First Lady Cathy Justice welcomes newest Friends With Paws therapy dogs at New Martinsville School and Parkersburg High School

CHARLESTON, WV – First Lady Cathy Justice yesterday welcomed the state’s newest therapy dogs through the Friends With Paws program during an assembly at New Martinsville School and Parkersburg High School. Molly, a female Yellow Labrador Retriever, was …

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Published on May 25, 2024 - 22:06 GMT

First Lady Justice announces the Great West Virginia Hot Dog Sauce Cook-Off in honor of West Virginia’s 161st birthday

In addition to the grand prize winner, there will be prizes for second and third-place winners. The first-place winner will receive $500, the second-place winner $300, and the third-place winner $100. "West Virginia Day is a special occasion for all …

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Published on May 25, 2024 - 22:06 GMT

Gov. Justice lifts State of Emergency for WV DCR facilities, thanks WV National Guard

West Virginia National Guard members who had been alleviating staffing shortages at adult and juvenile correctional and detention facilities have completed their mission and are out of all WV DCR facilities. "As I have said from the beginning we are …

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Published on May 25, 2024 - 22:06 GMT

Gov. Justice, Emergency Management Division Announce Major Disaster Declaration for April Severe Weather Events

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Emergency Management Division (WVEMD) today announced that President Joe Biden has approved a Major Disaster Declaration for the state of West Virginia. This declaration is in response to the severe …

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Published on May 25, 2024 - 22:06 GMT

Gov. Justice announces Free Fishing Days weekend to take place June 8–9

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today that West Virginia’s Free Fishing Days will return June 8–9 and encouraged anglers and their families to take advantage of this annual opportunity to fish for free in public lakes, streams and rivers around …

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Published on May 25, 2024 - 21:41 GMT

Gov. Justice orders all U.S. and State flags to be flown at half-staff on Memorial Day

The Governor’s order also requests that all citizens display any United States and West Virginia flags at their homes at half-staff from dawn until noon on Memorial Day. Additionally, the Governor’s order asks all West Virginians to unite in prayer for …

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Published on May 22, 2024 - 05:31 GMT

Gov. Justice issues statement following end of special session

CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice issued the following statement today after the conclusion of a special session in which the West Virginia Legislature passed all 15 bills listed on his call. “I have been extremely disappointed in the behavior of a few of …

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