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CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice is inviting all West Virginians to the State Culture Center at the Capitol Complex in Charleston Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at noon for a day of fun in celebration of West Virginia’s 160th birthday. The first 160 people to arrive will receive a limited edition 160th birthday commemorative gift handmade Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice May 31, 2023 that he has approved up to 50 West Virginia National Guard (WVNG) Soldiers and Airmen to deploy to Texas for up to 30 days to support Operation Lone Star (OLS) as a part of an Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) from Texas. “In response to a letter requesting aid from Read More…
Nation’s first statewide waterfall trail gets nine new stopsCHARLESTON, WV – Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, Gov. Jim Justice today announced a major expansion of the popular West Virginia Waterfall Trail. The trail now has nine new stops, bringing the total up to 38 for those looking to explore cascades across the Mountain State. Since its launch Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice May 24, 2023 that he has made three cabinet appointments to three new departments of the Executive Branch, following the passage and signing of a bill to reorganize the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources. Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Health – Dr. Sherri A. Young, DO, MBA, FAAFP Secretary Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice has issued a proclamation, ordering that all United States and West Virginia flags on all State-owned facilities be displayed at half-staff from dawn until noon on Memorial Day – Monday, May 29, 2023 – to honor the memory of the men and women who have paid the ultimate price defending Read More…
The Town of Grantsville Municipality early voting will begin on Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 from 8 am to 4 pm through June 3, 2023; voting on Saturday, May 17th and June 3, 2023 will be from 9 am to 5 pm. Election Day is June 6, 2023 from 6 am to 7:30 pm. Voting takes Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – First Lady Cathy Justice announced today that her office will be hosting a West Virginia Birthday Punch Contest in honor of the state’s 160th birthday. West Virginia residents are invited to create and submit an original (non-alcoholic) punch recipe. The top-prize winning recipe will be served at this year’s West Virginia Day Celebration at Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice announced today the Get Paid to Pay it Forward campaign, compensating drivers for transporting individuals to substance use treatment. This initiative, part of the Jobs & Hope West Virginia Program, addresses the transportation challenges faced by people seeking substance use treatment, especially in rural areas of the state with limited public Read More…
WATCH FULL EVENT | VIEW PHOTO ALBUM CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice and officials from the West Virginia Department of Homeland Security (WV DHS) honored seven West Virginia first responders today with the inaugural Medal of Valor awards. “There is no other way to put it; these recipients are heroes,” Gov. Justice said. “It is an extreme Read More…
