In his State of the State Address, Governor Jim Justice made clear his intention to make West Virginia’s community and technical colleges free for in-state students. A bill to accomplish that was introduced shortly after this year’s legislative session began. The main goal of the bill is to cultivate a strong workforce in West Virginia. Liz McCormick takes a closer look.
We also hear from the Ohio Valley ReSource. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has denied a petition by the National Chicken Council to remove the speed limits for work at some slaughterhouses. Nicole Erwin reports that food safety advocates are calling the decision a victory for workers and consumers.
