Steven Allen Adams
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WV State Government Reporter for Ogden Newspapers. Host of ska/pop punk radio show Noise Brigade on WTSQ 88.1 FM in Charleston, WV.
Despite the objections of several residents, the WV Board of Education said its hands were tied when it came to halting proposed school closing and consolidation plans for six counties and 15 schools, calling on lawmakers to provide flexibility.
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West Virginia Board of Education approves county public school closing, consolidation plans
CHARLESTON – Despite the objections of several residents, the West Virginia Board of Education said its hands were tied when it came to halting proposed school closing and consolidation plans for six ...
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December 10, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Despite the objections of several residents, the WV Board of Education said its hands were tied when it came to halting proposed school closing and consolidation plans for six counties and 15 schools, calling on lawmakers to provide flexibility.
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The cabinet secretary for West Virginia’s Department of Human Services outlined eight pillars of reform responding to a recent federal audit of Child Protective Services, including plans to improve technology, practice, placements, and fiscal responsibility.
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Mayer: West Virginia taking federal child welfare audit seriously
CHARLESTON – The cabinet secretary for West Virginia’s Department of Human Services outlined eight pillars of reform responding to a recent federal audit of Child Protective Services, including plans ...
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December 9, 2025 at 10:06 PM
The cabinet secretary for West Virginia’s Department of Human Services outlined eight pillars of reform responding to a recent federal audit of Child Protective Services, including plans to improve technology, practice, placements, and fiscal responsibility.
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House Speaker Roger Hanshaw and the Republican supermajority of the West Virginia House of Delegates laid out their Christmas list for the next legislative session in January focused on job creation and economic development.
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House Republican majority unveils Jobs First Opportunity Everywhere agenda
CHARLESTON – House Speaker Roger Hanshaw and the Republican supermajority of the West Virginia House of Delegates laid out their Christmas list for the next legislative session in January focused on j...
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December 9, 2025 at 10:04 PM
House Speaker Roger Hanshaw and the Republican supermajority of the West Virginia House of Delegates laid out their Christmas list for the next legislative session in January focused on job creation and economic development.
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The finance board for West Virginia’s Public Employee Insurance Agency recently approved slight premium increases and other fee hikes for the state’s health coverage program beginning in July, though lawmakers had questions about possible changes.
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West Virginia lawmakers briefed on approved changes to PEIA coverage
CHARLESTON — The finance board for West Virginia’s Public Employee Insurance Agency recently approved slight premium increases and other fee hikes for the state’s health coverage program beginning in ...
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December 9, 2025 at 1:46 PM
The finance board for West Virginia’s Public Employee Insurance Agency recently approved slight premium increases and other fee hikes for the state’s health coverage program beginning in July, though lawmakers had questions about possible changes.
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With coal largely being supplanted by natural gas as the fossil fuel of choice for the electric-producing industry, growth in the use of AI and the data centers that back up those programs could be the key for both industries to prosper.
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Connect the Watts: AI, data centers may be crucial for coal-fired power, natural gas production
CHARLESTON — With coal largely being supplanted by natural gas as the fossil fuel of choice for the electric-producing industry, growth in the use of artificial intelligence and the data centers that ...
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December 9, 2025 at 1:43 PM
With coal largely being supplanted by natural gas as the fossil fuel of choice for the electric-producing industry, growth in the use of AI and the data centers that back up those programs could be the key for both industries to prosper.
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In today’s Reporter’s Notebook: Whether you’re talking about the initial deployment of WV National Guard to D.C. or the remaining volunteer contingent, the buck stops with Gov. Morrisey. And it’s the season of giving…to political fundraisers.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Where the buck stops
I was very pleased last Monday to hear Gov. Patrick Morrisey say that the decision to leave behind a volunteer contingent of West Virginia National Guard members was his. “I made the decision to have ...
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December 8, 2025 at 12:36 PM
In today’s Reporter’s Notebook: Whether you’re talking about the initial deployment of WV National Guard to D.C. or the remaining volunteer contingent, the buck stops with Gov. Morrisey. And it’s the season of giving…to political fundraisers.
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Years after the WV Supreme Court of Appeals kicked a decision regarding the legalities of the state’s public charter school pilot program back to a Kanawha County judge, that same judge said current and future charter schools may require voter input.
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Judge: Creation of Charter Schools Violates West Virginia Constitution
CHARLESTON – Years after the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals kicked a decision regarding the legalities of the state’s public charter school pilot program back to a Kanawha County judge, that s...
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December 5, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Years after the WV Supreme Court of Appeals kicked a decision regarding the legalities of the state’s public charter school pilot program back to a Kanawha County judge, that same judge said current and future charter schools may require voter input.
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With federal funding up in the air and an unclear budget picture for the next fiscal year, the board that manages West Virginia Public Broadcasting will have to rely more on its foundations, local giving, and national philanthropy.
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West Virginia Public Broadcasting navigates uncertain waters heading into 2026
CHARLESTON – With federal funding up in the air and an unclear budget picture for the next fiscal year, the board that manages West Virginia Public Broadcasting will have to rely more on its foundatio...
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December 3, 2025 at 9:59 PM
With federal funding up in the air and an unclear budget picture for the next fiscal year, the board that manages West Virginia Public Broadcasting will have to rely more on its foundations, local giving, and national philanthropy.
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The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals put a halt to an order from a lower court that ordered state and local school officials to accept religious vaccine exemptions granted by the state for school-age children.
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W.Va. Supreme Court stays lower court ruling allowing for religious vaccine exemptions
By STEVEN ALLEN ADAMS Staff Reporter CHARLESTON – The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals put a halt to an order from a lower court that ordered state and local school officials to accept religious...
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December 2, 2025 at 10:36 PM
The West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals put a halt to an order from a lower court that ordered state and local school officials to accept religious vaccine exemptions granted by the state for school-age children.
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Tom Willis, a freshman state senator from Hedgesville and a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, will helm one of the Legislature’s most powerful committees heading into 2026.
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Willis named new chairman of Senate Judiciary Committee
CHARLESTON – Tom Willis, a freshman state senator from Hedgesville and a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, will helm one of the Legislature’s most powerful committees heading into 2026. State Sena...
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December 2, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Tom Willis, a freshman state senator from Hedgesville and a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, will helm one of the Legislature’s most powerful committees heading into 2026.
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Tax collections in November, combined with $20 million in short-term investment returns, helped add to West Virginia’s growing tax revenue surplus.
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November tax collections, investment returns add to West Virginia fiscal year surplus
CHARLESTON – Tax collections in November, combined with $20 million in short-term investment returns, helped add to West Virginia’s growing tax revenue surplus. The state Department of Revenue and the...
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December 2, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Tax collections in November, combined with $20 million in short-term investment returns, helped add to West Virginia’s growing tax revenue surplus.
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West Virginia officials are rallying support for the family of a state National Guard member still in critical condition following a shooting in Washington, D.C., last week and the family of his slain colleague.
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W.Va. Officials Offer Update In National Guard Shooting
CHARLESTON – West Virginia officials are rallying support for the family of a state National Guard member still in critical condition following a shooting in Washington, D.C., last week and the family...
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December 1, 2025 at 8:43 PM
West Virginia officials are rallying support for the family of a state National Guard member still in critical condition following a shooting in Washington, D.C., last week and the family of his slain colleague.
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In today’s Reporter’s Notebook: Looking for some reading recommendations or gift ideas? Pick up “Born Lucky” by NewsNation anchor Leland Vittert and “Call Me Danny” by former Charleston Mayor Danny Jones.
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Reporter’s Notebook: Bookends
I enjoy reading. I guess I wouldn’t be in this profession if I didn’t. When I was 5 years old, I told my dad he no longer had to read to me. From that point on, I slept with numerous books under my be...
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December 1, 2025 at 12:38 PM
In today’s Reporter’s Notebook: Looking for some reading recommendations or gift ideas? Pick up “Born Lucky” by NewsNation anchor Leland Vittert and “Call Me Danny” by former Charleston Mayor Danny Jones.
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As the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals prepares to consider a legal challenge to a new law attempting to place education rule-making authority in the hands of lawmakers, opponents and at least one supporter have weighed in.
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Supporters, opponents of West Virginia education rule-making law weigh in
CHARLESTON – As the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals prepares to consider a legal challenge to a new law attempting to place education rule-making authority in the hands of lawmakers, opponents ...
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November 30, 2025 at 5:43 PM
As the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals prepares to consider a legal challenge to a new law attempting to place education rule-making authority in the hands of lawmakers, opponents and at least one supporter have weighed in.
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With one member of the West Virginia National Guard dead and another in critical condition following a shooting the day before Thanksgiving, Gov. Patrick Morrisey called for a moment of prayer for the surviving Guard member and the families of both.
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Morrisey calls for lowered flags, moment of prayer for Guard soldier killed in D.C.
CHARLESTON – With one member of the West Virginia National Guard dead and another in critical condition following a shooting the day before Thanksgiving, Gov. Patrick Morrisey called for a moment of p...
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November 28, 2025 at 6:39 PM
With one member of the West Virginia National Guard dead and another in critical condition following a shooting the day before Thanksgiving, Gov. Patrick Morrisey called for a moment of prayer for the surviving Guard member and the families of both.
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A day set aside for thanksgiving turned into an evening of mourning Thursday after state officials announced the death of one of two West Virginia National Guard members shot Wednesday on the streets of Washington, D.C., while on duty.
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W.Va. National Guard member dies one day after shooting in D.C.
CHARLESTON — A day set aside for thanksgiving turned into an evening of mourning Thursday after state officials announced the death of one of two West Virginia National Guard members shot Wednesday on...
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November 28, 2025 at 6:16 PM
A day set aside for thanksgiving turned into an evening of mourning Thursday after state officials announced the death of one of two West Virginia National Guard members shot Wednesday on the streets of Washington, D.C., while on duty.
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A day set aside for thanksgiving turned into an evening of mourning after state officials announced the death of one of two West Virginia National Guard members shot Wednesday on the streets of Washington, D.C., while on duty.
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W.Va. National Guard member dies one day after shooting, second member remains in critical condition
CHARLESTON – A day set aside for thanksgiving turned into an evening of mourning after state officials announced the death of one of two West Virginia National Guard members shot Wednesday on the stre...
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November 28, 2025 at 1:54 AM
A day set aside for thanksgiving turned into an evening of mourning after state officials announced the death of one of two West Virginia National Guard members shot Wednesday on the streets of Washington, D.C., while on duty.
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Latest Update: Two members of the West Virginia National Guard shot today in Washington, D.C., are in critical condition, the director of the FBI said, after initial reports indicated they had died.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Latest Update: Two members of the West Virginia National Guard shot today in Washington, D.C., are in critical condition, the director of the FBI said, after initial reports indicated they had died.
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Raleigh County judge issued his official written ruling Wednesday, siding with parents against education officials over their refusal to accept their religious exemptions to WV’s school-age vaccine law; a ruling which has wide-ranging implications.
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Raleigh Co. Judge Grants Permanent Injunction Against Education Officials In Religious Vaccine Exemption Case
CHARLESTON – A Raleigh County judge issued his official written ruling Wednesday, siding with parents against state and local education officials over their refusal to accept their religious exemption...
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November 26, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Raleigh County judge issued his official written ruling Wednesday, siding with parents against education officials over their refusal to accept their religious exemptions to WV’s school-age vaccine law; a ruling which has wide-ranging implications.
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UPDATED: Hours after a lawsuit was filed by President Trump’s Department of Justice on behalf of the IRS, U.S. Sen. Justice agreed to settle over more than $5.1 million in outstanding tax debts owed by the former governor and former first lady Cathy Justice.
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U.S. Sen. Justice settles with Trump Department of Justice over IRS tax debt
By STEVEN ALLEN ADAMS Staff Reporter CHARLESTON – In a late Monday night filing, U.S. Sen. Jim Justice agreed to settle with President Donald Trump’s Internal Revenue Service for more than $5.1 millio...
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November 25, 2025 at 1:58 AM
UPDATED: Hours after a lawsuit was filed by President Trump’s Department of Justice on behalf of the IRS, U.S. Sen. Justice agreed to settle over more than $5.1 million in outstanding tax debts owed by the former governor and former first lady Cathy Justice.
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The public comment period is now open for West Virginians to weigh in on proposed rules governing the certification of sites for the state’s new law aimed at luring data centers powered by their own microgrid power plants.
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Site certification rules released for data center/microgrid law
CHARLESTON – The public comment period is now open for West Virginians to weigh in on proposed rules governing the certification of sites for the state’s new law aimed at luring data centers powered b...
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November 24, 2025 at 9:26 PM
The public comment period is now open for West Virginians to weigh in on proposed rules governing the certification of sites for the state’s new law aimed at luring data centers powered by their own microgrid power plants.
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In today’s Reporter’s Notebook: Many state officials use their offices as platforms and stepping stones. But I can’t say I’ve seen any past Board of Public Works member specifically try to compete with a sitting governor. Until now.
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Reporter’s Notebook: One governor at a time
Larry Pack has a good reputation as an accountant and businessman, having operated an assisted living company until selling it off a few years ago. He was an active member of the West Virginia House o...
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November 24, 2025 at 12:43 PM
In today’s Reporter’s Notebook: Many state officials use their offices as platforms and stepping stones. But I can’t say I’ve seen any past Board of Public Works member specifically try to compete with a sitting governor. Until now.
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Attorney and former federal prosecutor Gerald M. Titus III will succeed the late justice Tim Armstead on the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, but both Titus and Gov. Patrick Morrisey said Armstead can never be replaced.
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Titus appointed to succeed Armstead on W.Va. Supreme Court of Appeals
CHARLESTON – Attorney and former federal prosecutor Gerald M. Titus III will succeed the late justice Tim Armstead on the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, but both Titus and Gov. Patrick Morris...
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November 21, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Attorney and former federal prosecutor Gerald M. Titus III will succeed the late justice Tim Armstead on the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals, but both Titus and Gov. Patrick Morrisey said Armstead can never be replaced.
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West Virginia’s application to access a portion of $1.2 billion in federal broadband dollars was approved, paving the way for expansion of high-speed internet to unserved and underserved parts of the state.
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West Virginia’s federal broadband application approved
CHARLESTON – West Virginia’s application to access a portion of $1.2 billion in federal broadband dollars was approved, paving the way for expansion of high-speed internet to unserved and underserved ...
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November 21, 2025 at 6:46 PM
West Virginia’s application to access a portion of $1.2 billion in federal broadband dollars was approved, paving the way for expansion of high-speed internet to unserved and underserved parts of the state.
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A final order could come by the end of November in the case brought by a Raleigh County parent against state and local education officials to accept the religious vaccine exemption granted to her child by the West Virginia Department of Health.
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Final order expected soon in Raleigh County religious vaccine exemption case
CHARLESTON – A final order could come by the end of November in the case brought by a Raleigh County parent against state and local education officials to accept the religious vaccine exemption grante...
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November 21, 2025 at 1:44 PM
A final order could come by the end of November in the case brought by a Raleigh County parent against state and local education officials to accept the religious vaccine exemption granted to her child by the West Virginia Department of Health.
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