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Steven Allen Adams @stevenadamswv.bsky.social · 1d

In today’s Reporter’s Notebook: You’d be forgiven if you were to think that West Virginia only has one U.S. senator instead of two. Because based on appearances, Sen. Jim Justice appears to be doing the bare minimum.

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Reporter’s Notebook: Let Babydog eat cake

You’d be forgiven if you were to think that West Virginia only has one U.S. senator instead of two. Because based on appearances, Sen. Jim Justice appears to be doing the bare minimum. Sure, Justice i...

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Caity Coyne @caitycoyne.bsky.social · 3d

Hundreds of people marched 2 miles this morning from the federal courthouse in Charleston, WV to the state capitol as part of the No Kings protests.

Marchers chanted “No kings, no KKK, no fascist USA” as they walked. Dozens of people honked as they drove by and others parked to join the march.

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · Jun 20

⛰️ 🌭 Happy West Virginia Day! 🌭⛰️ Why not celebrate by supporting nonprofit journalism? West Virginia Watch has set a goal of 35 donations in honor of the 35th state's birthday. Your donation ensures our reporting remains free for everyone.
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Caity Coyne @caitycoyne.bsky.social · Jun 14

And, in case it needs to be said, this was an absolutely peaceful protest from everything I could tell. People of all ages were there, not an ounce of aggression — just a ton of frustration.

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Caity Coyne @caitycoyne.bsky.social · Jun 14

Roughly 1,000 are at the WV State Capitol for the “No Kings” protest in Charleston.

Chants included calls to “Ditch Morrisey,” “Impeach Trump,” “F*ck Elon,” “No Kings in America” and more.

Largest crowd I’ve seen at a protest here since the teachers strikes in 2018 and 2019.

Some shots:

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · May 28

As a little known company has proposed a data center and natural gas plant in Tucker County — known for its natural wonder and outdoor recreation — residents are left with questions, mounting concerns and few answers, reports @caitycoyne.bsky.social.

‘It will destroy this place:’ Tucker County residents fight for future against proposed data center

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · May 15

The Kanawha-Charleston Board of Health voted down an amendment to its clean indoor air regulations on Thursday that would have permitted casinos in the county to allow indoor cigarette smoking in 10% of the square footage of their establishment, reports @caitycoyne.bsky.social.

'We’re here for health’: Kanawha-Charleston health board denies indoor smoking exemption for casinos • West Virginia Watch

The Kanawha-Charleston Board of Health voted down an amendment to its clean indoor air regulations on Thursday that would have permitted casinos in the county to allow indoor cigarette smoking in 10%…

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · May 13

ICYMI: As Huntington and Cabell County are attempting to appeal a 2022 federal ruling, the state Supreme Court on Monday declined to answer a certified question from the federal appeals court on a crucial aspect of the case, reports @caitycoyne.bsky.social.

WV Supreme Court declines to answer federal court question in Cabell, Huntington opioid appeals case • West Virginia Watch

The state Supreme Court on declined to answer a certified question from the federal appeals court on a crucial aspect of the opioid case.

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · May 13

A federal judge ordered the “full restoration” of services at NIOSH's Respiratory Health Division, ending a reduction in force that robbed coal miners nationwide who rely on the program of options to prevent further illness and injury, reports @caitycoyne.bsky.social.
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Judge orders WV NIOSH workers for coal miner health back to work after ‘illegal’ action poses risks • West Virginia Watch

A federal judge on Tuesday ordered the “full restoration” of services at NIOSH’s Respiratory Health Division.

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States Newsroom @statesnewsroom.com · Apr 10

The death toll from the floods that hit Kentucky over the last week has risen to six, Gov. Andy Beshear said Thursday.

via @kentuckylantern.com
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Six Kentuckians have died in storms, 70 counties declare emergencies, governor says

The death toll from the floods that hit Kentucky over the last week has risen to six, Gov. Andy Beshear said Thursday. Those who have died are, according to Beshear: a 66-year-old Campbell County man...

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · Apr 10

An executive order President Donald Trump signed Tuesday to block state-level renewable-energy initiatives set off alarm bells among climate advocates, reports @fischler.bsky.social.

Trump attack on state climate laws likely doomed, but attempts to yank funds may be next • West Virginia Watch

An executive order President Trump signed to block state-level renewable-energy initiatives set off alarm bells among climate advocates.

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Kentucky Lantern @kentuckylantern.com · Apr 10

Trump calls for more coal as his administration delays new black lung protection for miners.
Long awaited silica rule was to take effect April 14.
It's now delayed until August.
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Trump calls for more coal as his administration delays new black lung protection for miners • Kentucky Lantern

New federal rule to limit coal miners’ exposure to silica dust — a leading cause of black lung disease — is being delayed from April 14 until August.

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · Apr 9

As President Trump signed several executive orders this week meant to bolster America’s struggling coal industry, miners in Central Appalachia who are responsible for digging up that coal are being left with fewer resources to protect them, reports @caitycoyne.bsky.social.

As Trump calls for more coal, WV miners remain vulnerable due to delay of silica rule, NIOSH cuts • West Virginia Watch

Miners in Central Appalachia who are responsible for digging up that coal are being left with fewer resources to protect them thanks to federal policies and cuts.

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · Mar 28

Another nail was hammered into the coffin of Certificate of Need repeal on Friday, as the West Virginia House of Delegates overwhelmingly voted down — after a drawn out “fiasco” over rules and procedure — a motion to discharge House Bill 2007, reports @caitycoyne.bsky.social.

CON repeal, a Morrisey priority, fails again as WV House strongly rejects discharging bill to floor • West Virginia Watch

Another nail was hammered into the coffin of Certificate of Need repeal as the House members overwhelmingly voted down a motion to discharge the bill.

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · Mar 27

ICYMI: The West Virginia House of Delegates is considering a bill that would allow the Legislature to write its own rules for disclosing public records, but House Speaker Roger Hanshaw said the intent is not to hide records, reports @amelianews.bsky.social and @lorikerseywv.bsky.social.

West Virginia House of Delegates considers changes to public records access • West Virginia Watch

The House is considering a bill that would allow the Legislature to write its own rules for disclosing public records.

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · Mar 26

The West Virginia Senate passed a bill Wednesday that, if adopted as law, will ban all diversity, equity and inclusion practices and policies in state government and schools, reports @caitycoyne.bsky.social.

‘We don’t need it anymore’: WV Senate passes bill banning DEI in state government, schools • West Virginia Watch

The West Virginia Senate passed a bill that would ban all diversity, equity and inclusion practices in state government and schools.

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · Mar 17

London Donahoe was 6 when the 2014 Elk River chemical leak unfolded. He doesn’t remember much, but he does know that because of that action by the Legislature, he was able to grow up under policies that better protected him from potential disasters, reports @caitycoyne.bsky.social.

11 years after WV chemical spill, advocates speak out against bill to rollback water protections • West Virginia Watch

Eleven years after the chemical leak, lawmakers are considering a bill that would cut back on the mitigation efforts that were implemented.

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Brad McElhinny @bradmcelhinny.bsky.social · Mar 17

The hidden danger hanging over planning for a state budget is the uncertainty of federal dollars, particularly Medicaid.

Medicaid, health insurance program for a half-million West Virginians, is up against uncertainty - WV MetroNews

As of this month, 503,637 West Virginians were supported by the program, according to a state budget overview for the West Virginia Department of Human Services.

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · Mar 13

The West Virginia House of Delegates on Thursday rejected a bill that would have allowed businesses and corporations in the state to directly donate up to $2,800 — and potentially more, according to statements — to political candidates, reports @caitycoyne.bsky.social.

WV House Republicans join Dems 54-41 to reject bill allowing direct corporate political donations • West Virginia Watch

The West Virginia House of Delegates on Thursday rejected a bill that would have allowed businesses and corporations in the state to directly donate up to $2,800 — and potentially more, according to…

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Caity Coyne @caitycoyne.bsky.social · Mar 13

Del. Dillon spoke on how most constituents in WV can’t afford to part with $2,800 and are struggling to stay afloat.

“And yet, we’re going to open up new avenues for people who have ample resources, virtually unlimited resources, to influence our elections?”

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WV House Republicans join Dems 54-41 to reject bill allowing direct corporate political donations • West Virginia Watch

The House rejected a bill that would have allowed businesses and corporations to directly donate up to $2,800 to political candidates.

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · Mar 6

The Senate Committee on Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health advanced a bill that, if adopted, will incentivize residents to report drug activity to law enforcement with monetary rewards funded by a new excise tax on harm reduction tools, reports @caitycoyne.bsky.social.

Bill creating monetary reward for those who tip off police on drug activity advances in WV Senate • West Virginia Watch

A Senate committee advanced a bill that, if adopted, will incentivize residents to report drug activity to police with monetary rewards.

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Caity Coyne @caitycoyne.bsky.social · Mar 3

Link to bill page, where individuals can submit public comments on the proposed bill and read its text: www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/...

Bill Status - Complete Bill History

The West Virginia Legislature's Bill Status Page

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Caity Coyne @caitycoyne.bsky.social · Mar 3

🚨Worth watching this week:

At 4 p.m. Wednesday, a House Health subcommittee will hold a committee hearing on a bill to that would make all syringe services programs unlawful in WV.

There are only 8 SSPs in WV, all already operating under incredibly strict regulations.

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · Feb 25

Lawmakers on the West Virginia House Health Committee on Monday voted down a committee substitute for a bill that would have, as it was proposed, repealed the certificate of need process statewide, reports @caitycoyne.bsky.social.

House Health votes 13-12 against bill to repeal certificate of need in WV • West Virginia Watch

Lawmakers on the West Virginia House Health Committee on Monday voted down a committee substitute for a bill that would have, as it was proposed, repealed the certificate of need process statewide.…

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West Virginia Watch @westvirginiawatch.com · Feb 21

Alisa Shepler has been a school nurse for 25 years, and though she could retire, the enjoyment her work has kept her at Fairplains Elementary in Wood County. She may reconsider that if vaccine laws change. @lorikerseywv.bsky.social reports.

‘A sad day for West Virginia:’ School nurses worry about disease spread if vaccine bill becomes law • West Virginia Watch

State lawmakers a bill which would allow parents to opt out of the state’s school vaccine requirements on religious grounds.

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