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National Geographic selects West Virginia’s whitewater for prestigious 2024 “Best of the World” list CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice and the West Virginia Department of Tourism today announced that West Virginia has been selected as one of National Geographic’s “Best of the World” Top 20 Travel Experiences for 2024. The internationally acclaimed publication has selected Read More…
The Calhoun County Republican Executive Committee announced this evening that Governor Jim Justice will be their special guest at the 2024 Lincoln Day Dinner on February 17th at the Arnoldsburg Community Park. In addition House Speaker Roger Hanshaw will be the keynote speaker for the evening and Secretary of State Mac Warner will be returning Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice has issued a proclamation, ordering all United States and West Virginia flags at the Capitol Complex and all state-owned facilities in McDowell County be displayed at half-staff, from dawn to dusk on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, in commemoration of the distinguished life and service of former West Virginia State Senator, John Read More…
In a move to address the growing need for housing in areas experiencing economic expansion, Gov. Jim Justice proposed in his budget an allocation of $50 million in surplus funds to support the construction of new single- and multi-family housing units across West Virginia. Gov. Justice discussed the budget proposal and the need for additional housing during Read More…
Gov. Jim Justice today unveiled the 2024 West Virginia Vacation Guide, the state’s official travel magazine. Travelers can view the 112-page guide online or get a free copy mailed to them directly. Last year, the West Virginia Department of Tourism distributed over a quarter of a million printed guides to travelers across the nation and around the Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV — In his State of the State Address on Wednesday, Gov. Jim Justice announced that the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) will introduce 40 new elk to the state’s growing herd in 2024 and create a visitors center and observation tower in Logan County to help tourists and wildlife enthusiasts see these majestic animals Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice presented his 2024 State of the State Address to the West Virginia Legislature on Wednesday evening. Here is the transcript of his speech in its entirety: GOVERNOR JUSTICE: Okay, sit down y’all look like you’re getting tired. And you gotta clap a lot tonight. Oh, me. I’ll get to the meat and Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice will deliver his eighth and final State of the State Address to a joint session of the West Virginia Legislature in the House of Delegates chamber, Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 7 p.m. How to follow the address: Online Livestream:YouTube | Facebook | X On TV:The address will be broadcast live on the West Virginia Public Broadcasting Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV — With the potential for severe weather beginning in the early morning hours of Tuesday, January 9, 2024, Gov. Justice has declared a State of Preparedness for all 55 counties in West Virginia. The State of Preparedness will be posted on the Governor’s Website tomorrow morning. The National Weather Service has issued a weather Read More…
CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Justice announced today that the State of West Virginia and LG Electronics are launching a strategic initiative to grow new business ventures in West Virginia and advance the development of technologies for renewable energy, healthcare, and industries of the future. The businesses, created by LG NOVA, LG Electronics’ North America Innovation Center, are expected Read More…
