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Republicans June 5

‘Climate cult’ on notice as lawmakers push to let feds hop blue-state roadblocks to ‘US energy dominance'

Legislation backed by 37 lawmakers aims to lower energy costs by preventing states from blocking interstate energy projects.

Food June 4

Mobile teaching kitchens roll out in West Virginia to fight state's high obesity rate

West Virginia launches mobile teaching kitchens and hiking trails under Gov. Morrisey's Make America Healthy Again initiative to reduce obesity and diabetes, plus promote wellness.

West Virginia May 28

West Virginia gov vows to protect women's sports as trans athlete competes for girls' state championship

West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey vowed to protect women's sports as a transgender athlete participated in girls state track and field championships.

Olympics May 27

Olympic legend Mary Lou Retton arrested on DUI charge, records show

Olympic gymnastics legend Mary Lou Retton was arrested in West Virginia earlier this month on a DUI charge, according to court records.

Travel May 16

Angler shatters previous fish state record by reeling in black crappie

A record-breaking 17.7-inch black crappie caught by Jerry Porter at East Lynn Lake highlights West Virginia's third fish record of 2025. The freshwater fish weighed 3.6 pounds.

Great Outdoors May 12

Lucky anglers break two state fishing records on same day: 'Dedication and passion'

Two fishermen in West Virginia set records on the same day after they caught a record-breaking redhorse sucker and a redear sunfish, as announced by WVDNR officials.

Opinion May 2

DAVID MARCUS: How I stumbled on the secret to overcoming political division in today's fractious USA

Ultimately, a friend is not the person who can tell you what you want to hear. Anyone can do that. It is the person who can question your judgment.

Health April 24

This simple outdoor activity can improve Americans' health, says governor

West Virginia has launched a "Mountaineer Mile" in an effort to get Americans outside and moving to increase physical and mental health. The state has been a leader in pushing for MAHA initiatives.

Politics April 11

Babydog Justice makes Energy Committee debut as Sen Jim Justice talks Trump, coal and grid reform

Sen. Jim Justice backed Trump’s latest energy executive order during a Senate hearing — while Babydog charmed lawmakers and reminded them to smile.

VIDEO April 8

Babydog 'not up for auction' at Senate Agriculture hearing

Babydog, the English bulldog of Sen. Jim Justice, R-W.Va., made a surprise appearance at the Senate Agriculture Committee hearing, charming attendees and senators. (@BabydogJustice via X)

Politics March 30

RFK Jr talks Kennedy history on first trip as HHS chief, inspires gov to order ‘Mountaineer Mile’ for ‘MAHA'

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joined Gov. Patrick Morrisey last week to announce a first in the nation ban on food dyes, and talk Kennedy history.