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From the Well

 
 

 

  “The Well” at the center of the West Virginia State Capitol is a casual meeting place for lawmakers, lobbyists, citizens, and staff. It’s located in the Capitol Rotunda and is often busy during the legislature’s 60-day Regular Session.  
 

 

 

 

  How the Legislature did — and didn’t — address West Virginia’s challenges during the 2025 session

Regular session has concluded, but governor says special sessions are possible for education, PEIA and more

A look at bills that crossed the legislative finish line

West Virginia lawmakers look back on legislative work

West Virginia Gov. Morrisey celebrates passage of microgrid bill, his ‘landmark policy proposal’

W.Va. Nearly Funded Tobacco Education Efforts, But Let Bill Die In Committee

WV Legislature passes bills taking civil service, grievance access from state workers

 
 

 

 

News Headlines

 

 

 

State Government 

West Virginia Turnpike worker struck, killed while working on roadway

 Morrisey signs Republicans’ ‘Parents’ Bill of Rights’ measure

 

Federal Government 

Moore: NIOSH job cuts a ‘mistake’ West Virginia Second District congressman says delegation working to get the jobs restored.

Sen. Shelley Moore Capito tours recovery efforts in Welch, West Virginia

Trump’s commerce secretary says new electronics tariff exemptions are temporary, chip tariffs coming

 

State & Local News 

Ripley Mayor remembers longtime council member John McGinley

Bridgeport officials release statement regarding recent investigation City says there’s been misinformation

In-depth investigation into Mingo County PSD reveals numerous issues

Federal funding cuts affecting local libraries

 

Regional News 

Suspect in arson at Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s residence being treated at hospital, police say

 

National News

Deadline approaching for REAL ID compliance

 

Business/Financial/Economic Development 

Microsoft says it’s ‘slowing or pausing’ some AI data center projects, including $1B plan for Ohio

 

Children & Families 

 Federal judge dismisses grandmother’s request to overturn state judge’s custody rulings

 

Courts & Crime  

Investigation of assault allegation against Bridgeport Mayor Andy Lang expected to be turned over to prosecutor on Monday

 

Editorials & Opinions

Commentary: The Legislature Overstepped on HB 2755 Ignoring Will of the People

Reporter’s Notebook: Thoughts on the 2025 West Virginia legislative session

Are We Seeing a Return on Taxes?

Don’t get caught without Real ID

 

Education 

Bill That Requires That Teachers Out Trans Students Heads to Governor’s Desk

 

Elections & Politics 

For second straight session, citizen-only voting measure dies in House

 

Energy & Environment  

WV Bill to Attract Data Centers, Use Coal & Gas, Set to Become Law

BP Strikes Oil at Far South Field in U.S. Gulf of America

 

First Responders, Military 

A fire in the Teays Valley firehouse causes damage

 

Health Care

Bill That Gives Pharmacists Ability To Prescribe Limited Medication Heads To Governor’s Desk

Vandalia Health launches Emergency Nurse Residency Program in West Virginia

Bluefield State Tops the Charts: No. 1 LPN-to-RN Program in West Virginia

Mon Health System gets go ahead for new $26.5M hospital in Bridgeport

 

Insurance

WV Navigator offering help with insurance enrollment

 

Interesting News 

Katy Perry, Gayle King and others reflect on their brief but historic trip to space

 

Pop Culture (Media, Music, Movies, etc.) 

Ruby Summer Concert Series nominated as Top 10 Best Outdoor Concert Series in U.S.

 

Senior Citizens

Senior living center evacuated after electrical fire

New Social Security rules will create hurdles for millions of seniors, report finds

 

Sports 

WVU baseball at Marshall: Game info

MU Esports Team Finishes Top Ten In National Championships

West Virginia high school basketball player arrested for assault during game

 

Substance Use Disorder

Lauren’s Law increasing drug distribution penalties clears West Virginia House committee

 

Technology & Utilities  

W.Va. Power Plants Seek Trump Exemption From Air Pollution Rule

 

Tourism & Nature

New ‘Pepperoni Roll Trail’ honors West Virginia’s official state food

‘Lifetime trespassers’: Locals hope to bring off-road tourism to UKV next year

WV Spring Gobbler Season to Open April 21, 2025

 

 

 

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