West Virginia House backs bills to curb drug epidemic
The West Virginia House of Delegates passed two bills to fight addiction. HB 2428 creates more treatment facilities with beds by July 1, 2018 and prioritizes WV residents and Medicaid patients. HB 2195 requires drug prevention in all public schools by 2018 2019. Funds come from a Ryan Brown Addiction Prevention and Recovery Fund.
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Science Bowl at Bluefield State College draws 150 students
More than 150 area high school students attended a Science Bowl at Bluefield State College on Wednesday morning. Bio-medical Club VP Benjamin Duncan organized the event to spark interest in STEM. Students from Pike View High School and others praised the quiz, noting biology and chemistry questions and team collaboration. Officials aim to expand STEM awareness and address local job shortages, with more events planned.
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Pike View High School
Mitchell
Walgh
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West Virginia Medical Marijuana Bill Advances Despite House Hurdles
Senate advocates describe medical marijuana as relief for chronic illnesses and seizures. Lead sponsor Senator Ojeda shares personal military stories while supporters cite veterans and patients like those with ALS and cancer. House passage remains uncertain. Dispensaries would be in each county and patients could grow their own plants with regulated licenses and fees directed to the General Revenue Fund. Public smoking and driving under the influence would remain prohibited.
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Nicholas
Jordan
Rose
West Virginia
Ijuana
Richard Ojeda
Ronald Miller
D-Greenbrier
Sue Cline
Wyoming
Jeff Mullins
Raleigh
Kenny Mann
Monroe
Bose
West Virginia tax bill faces critics as measures pass
The bill advances amid warnings it shifts tax burden to middle and lower incomes. Senators Palumbo Woelfel and Hall express concern the plan is regressive and a cosmetic fix. Supporters including Ferns and Carmichael defend it as a step to address budget gaps and growth.
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Corey Palumbo
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D-Cabell
Ryan Ferns
Ohio
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Jackson
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McAuliffe Urges Student Voter Registration in Virginia
Gov. Terry McAuliffe promotes Virginia High School Student Voter Registration Week starting April 23. In Virginia a 17 year old may register if they will be 18 by the next general election. Schools surpassing 65 percent may earn a certificate from the governor.
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Richmond woman found guilty in beating death of goddaughter
A Richmond woman, 25-year-old Danielle Turner, pleaded no contest to second-degree murder in the February 2016 death of her 3-year-old goddaughter Latrice Walden. Prosecutors said the child had over 100 bruises and cuts from blunt-force trauma. Turner failed to call 911 promptly. Sentencing set for June 23.
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Huntington hires first female fire chief in West Virginia
Huntington officials announce the hiring of Jan Rader as fire chief, the first woman in the role in the state. The City Council approved her appointment, she earns about 77000 dollars, and she has 22 years in the department including a 2015 promotion to deputy chief and an interim stint last December. Mayor Steve Williams calls it historic. Rader says she is overwhelmed and humbled by support.
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