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What are West Virginia’s marijuana laws?
Over the last decade, West Virginia delegates and senators have argued about and modified the state’s marijuana laws. Although lawmakers legalized the drug for medical purposes in 2017, the debate over how to regulate it has continued, with politicians proposing different bills that could make marijuana possession either more or less punishable by the courts. […] What are West Virginia’s marijuana laws? appeared first on Mountain State Spotlight, West Virginia's civic newsroom.
It’s seeming less likely opioid settlement funds will help with drug epidemic
The West Virginia First Foundation was formed to distribute funds the state will receive from multiple legal settlements with opioid manufacturers and distributors. The state is expected to receive about $1 billion in settlement money over the next few years. The state will put $10 million — earned from the settlement with McKinsey & Company […] The post It’s seeming less likely opioid settlement funds will help with drug epidemic appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
School Health Director delivers friendly reminder for kids to get their back-to-school shots
OAK HILL, WV (WVNS) – Has your child gotten their back-to-school immunizations yet? Schools throughout West Virginia require kids entering school in grades K-12 to show proof of their updated shots and immunizations. Sometimes kids have phobias of needles and shots, which can be a problem when you take your child to update their shots. […]
Oil spilled from W.Va.'s largest well traveled 100 miles to Ohio River
COPLEY, W.Va. — In a quiet meadow along the upper reaches of the Sand Fork of the Little Kanawha River, it's hard to imagine that there was ever more hustle and bustle than the crow of a rooster. The village of Copley today is a quiet place, but, as...
Cabell County excess levy to include full funding for parks, libraries
CABELL COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — Voters in November will be able to vote on an excess levy that includes full funding for the Cabell County Public Library and the Greater Huntington Park and Recreation District, according to a press release. On top of the funding for parks and libraries, there are also provisions for Cabell […]
Weather Extra | Tropical times, tropical climes
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Tropical air has been in control this week as highs have held below 90 degrees. The tradeoff has been the increase in humidity, thanks to a moist south wind that begins in the Gulf of Mexico. That southern air current has sparked showers and thunderstorms on...
$10 million approved for projects in West Virginia
CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — $10 million was announced for water and sewer projects in the Mountain State by the West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council. The projects that the $10 million will go towards include: Funds were also approved for six other water and sewer projects in West Virginia, which include:
Temporary solution to ambulance response times up and running in Wayne County
A temporary solution to Wayne County’s ongoing problems with emergency response times is now up and running. A county-contracted ambulance service called Jan-Care hit the roads this weekend, providing 24/7 service to residents.
Man injured in Ohio River barge accident
SOUTH POINT, Ohio (WSAZ) - A Marathon employee was injured Tuesday in a barge accident on the Ohio River near South Point, the company said in a media statement on Wednesday. The man was taken to an area hospital for treatment. “Our thoughts are with our injured co-worker and his...
Local leaders celebrate the opening of the Huntington Children's Museum
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A former restaurant in the west end of Huntington is now the Huntington Children's Museum. Officials cut the ribbon Wednesday afternoon, officially opening the museum filled with hands-on exhibits designed to challenge young minds and enhance learning. The hope is the facility becomes a regional...
W.Va. Voters React To Biden Decision And Martinsburg Dancer To Join Touring Cast Of ‘Hamilton,’ This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, President Joe Biden stepped away from his bid for a second term on Sunday and has now endorsed his vice president and running mate Kamala Harris. Briana Heaney spoke with West Virginia voters about how this decision affects what they will decide to do in November.
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