CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice is inviting all West Virginians to the State Culture Center at the Capitol Complex in Charleston on Monday, June 20, 2022, for a day of fun in celebration of West Virginia’s 159th birthday. The festivities start at noon, when the Governor and First Lady Cathy Justice will arrive and greet guests. Read More…
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Gov. Justice announces West Virginia’s Free Fishing Weekend to take place this Saturday, June 11, and Sunday, June 12
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice is once again calling all West Virginians to get their fishing gear ready, because West Virginia’s Free Fishing Weekend is back this Saturday, June 11, and Sunday, June 12, 2022. During these two days, residents and nonresidents are able to fish in West Virginia for free. The annual event gives novice Read More…
Wednesday’s Press Release from Charleston
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Gov. Justice: Victories in court prove “we made the right decisions” in initial pandemic response
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice and members of the West Virginia COVID-19 pandemic response leadership team held another news briefing today to update the public on the state’s latest pandemic response and vaccine distribution efforts.GOV. JUSTICE: VICTORIES IN COURT PROVE “WE MADE THE RIGHT DECISIONS” IN INITIAL PANDEMIC RESPONSEDuring his briefing, Gov. Justice announced that the Read More…
Gov. Justice celebrates opening of WVDNR’s Claudia L. Workman Wildlife Education Center
ALUM CREEK, WV – Gov. Jim Justice today joined leaders with the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the Claudia L. Workman Wildlife Education Center. The 9,500-square-foot educational facility, located at the Forks of Coal State Natural Area in Alum Creek, features wildlife displays and nature exhibits that Read More…
Governor Justice Confirms Lyme Disease Diagnosis
Gov. Justice: Doctors confirm Lyme disease diagnosis 6/1/2022 CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice announced that, after receiving the results of his bloodwork, his doctors have confirmed a diagnosis of Lyme disease. Gov. Justice will remain on antibiotics for several weeks to continue fighting the infection. “I’m feeling better every day,” Gov. Justice said. “I always want Read More…
Gov. Justice orders all U.S. and State flags to be flown at half-staff on the morning of Monday, May 30, in honor of Memorial Day
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 30, 2022 – to honor the memory of the men and women who have paid the ultimate price defending the United States of America. Read More…
West Virginia small business owner wins 2022 National Small Business Person of the Year Award for the first time in state history
CHARLESTON, WV – A West Virginia small business owner and educator who started a learning center to provide behavioral treatment for children with autism was named the country’s small business person of the year on Thursday by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Jill Scarbro-McLaury, who owns Bright Futures Learning Services in Winfield, received the prestigious award during Read More…
Gov. Justice celebrates completion of over $8 million in upgrades at Pipestem Resort State Park
PIPESTEM, WV – Gov. Jim Justice today joined West Virginia Department of Tourism Secretary Chelsea Ruby, West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Director Brett McMillion, West Virginia State Parks leaders and other local officials at Pipestem Resort State Park for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of over $8 million in upgrades at the park. “The renovations at Read More…
$250 Million Grant to be Managed by West Virginia Water Development Authority
CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice has signed a total of 15 bills that were passed during the recent special legislative session, called by Gov. Justice. Among the bills signed was HB 217, a supplemental appropriation for $250 million to the Economic Enhancement Grant Fund which is managed by the West Virginia Water Development Authority. Working together with the Read More…
