Jim Justice

West Virginia's vaccine lottery for those who received a coronavirus shot will include prizes ranging from hunting rifles to $1 million.

West Virginia would pay unemployed people a $500 sign-up bonus for returning to work under a plan expected to be finalized soon.

On this West Virginia Morning, we look at water in West Virginia and the problems with aging legacy systems. Also, Gov. Jim Justice has signed a bill that bans transgender athletes from competing in female sports in middle and high schools and state colleges, and we listen to our Mountain Stage Song of the Week.

West Virginia's governor signed a bill Wednesday that bans transgender athletes from competing in female sports in middle and high schools and colleges.

Republican Gov. Jim Justice says his plan to cut income taxes will entice throngs of people to move to West Virginia and maybe attract the next major amusement park. Critics say the plan is naive.

On this West Virginia Morning, some state lawmakers are questioning if what Gov. Jim Justice outlined in his State of the State Address is what the state really needs. The governor wants to reduce and eventually eliminate the state income tax. Also, in this show, we learn about whether animals can love.

This week, Gov. Jim Justice has outlined his legislative agenda for the 2021 session in his State of the State address. Host Suzanne Higgins speaks with minority leadership who share reaction to the governor’s address, and Senior Reporter Dave Mistich comments on the changes this year to the legislative process due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear a story about grandfamilies during the coronavirus pandemic. Also, the 2021 West Virginia Legislative session has begun. We hear from Gov. Jim Justice on his legislative priorities, and we hear an update to a lawsuit filed against Union Carbide.

In dozens of local TV interviews, Zoom meetings and conference calls, the Biden administration is trying to build support for its $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package.

A new online survey for K-12 teachers is seeking input from them on ways to improve the state's education system. Meanwhile, Gov. Jim Justice said Friday that all K-12 teachers and staff, 50 and older, who requested the coronavirus vaccine in the first round have now received it.