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Jefferson County Commissioners Accept Plea Deals Following Misconduct

Jefferson County Commissioners Accept Plea Deals Following Misconduct

Ousted Jefferson Co. Commissioners Accept Plea Deals Over Misdemeanor Charges West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Monday, November 4, 2024 By Jack Walker Published by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, the article discusses the plea deals accepted by ousted Jefferson County Commissioners Tricia Jackson and Jennifer Krouse, who faced 42 misdemeanor charges after

West Virginia's Political Shift: Rising Republican Enrollment Amid Declining Democratic Support

West Virginia's Political Shift: Rising Republican Enrollment Amid Declining Democratic Support

W.Va. Republican Party Gains Enrollment Entering Election West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Monday, November 4, 2024 By Jack Walker Published by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, the article discusses the significant shift in voter registration in West Virginia, showing a stark decline in Democratic enrollment by over 37% from 2016 to

Key Election Concerns: Polarization, School Funding, and Property Costs in Eastern Panhandle Voters

Key Election Concerns: Polarization, School Funding, and Property Costs in Eastern Panhandle Voters

Polarization, Property Costs, School Funding Are Key Concerns For Eastern Panhandle Voters West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Friday, November 1, 2024 By Jack Walker In the days leading up to the Nov. 5 general election, early voting in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia has seen significant participation, with over 33,

West Virginia Senate Race Heats Up as Manchin Steps Down: Insights and Ghostly Tales

West Virginia Senate Race Heats Up as Manchin Steps Down: Insights and Ghostly Tales

The US Senate Race And A Ghost Story, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Thursday, October 31, 2024 By Staff In a recent article by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, it's reported that Senator Joe Manchin, I-W.Va., is not seeking reelection, prompting a race for his

Gubernatorial Debate Preview and Voter Resources in WV

Gubernatorial Debate Preview and Voter Resources in WV

The Gubernatorial Race And A Voter’s Guide, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Monday, October 28, 2024 By Staff On this West Virginia Morning from West Virginia Public Broadcasting, the upcoming gubernatorial debate between Republican Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and Democratic Huntington Mayor Steve Williams is discussed.

Early Voting in West Virginia: Over 81,000 Votes Counted as Turnout Rises

Early Voting in West Virginia: Over 81,000 Votes Counted as Turnout Rises

More Than 81,000 W.Va. Votes Recorded For The General Election West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Friday, October 25, 2024 By Caelan Bailey The West Virginia Public Broadcasting reports that the Secretary of State's office revealed early voting statistics, showing 67,746 in-person early votes and 14,401

Shepherd University Partners with Amazon for Employee Education Program

Shepherd University Partners with Amazon for Employee Education Program

New Partnership At Shepherd Covers Academic Costs For Amazon Employees West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Friday, October 25, 2024 By Jack Walker West Virginia Public Broadcasting reports that Shepherd University has been selected as a partner in Amazon's Career Choice program, which provides educational benefits to certain employees of