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In 2024, South Charleston’s Medicaid claims for COVID-related services totaled at least $519,058, making up less than 0.1% of all Medicaid payments in the city.

Brian Helton posted about the passing of Aaron Warrix at a Raleigh County mine on April 3, followed by an Easter greeting and support for West Virginia University athletics on April 5.

Senator Chris Rose addressed rising gas prices and recent tragedies in West Virginia’s mining community through posts made between April 3 and April 5, while also sharing an Easter message with constituents.

Senator Jim Justice addressed key issues facing West Virginians in three posts between April 3-4, including condolences for miners lost in Marshall County, bipartisan legislative work on rural home loans with Senator Peter Welch, and praise for…

Governor Patrick Morrisey has issued a statement mourning Aaron Warrix after a fatal mining accident at Panther Eagle Creek Mine in Raleigh County. The West Virginia Office of Miners’ Health is investigating. The article also provides background information about U.S. Sen. Jim Justice’s career.

Senator Jim Justice used recent social media posts dated April 2–3, 2026 to emphasize education outreach with local students in McDowell County; announce an energy sector partnership centered around coal in Mason County; and offer condolences…

Governor Patrick Morrisey released a statement after a fatal mining accident claimed one life in Marshall County. The tragedy marks two fatalities within twenty-four hours for West Virginia’s mining sector as authorities investigate.

Governor Patrick Morrisey signed several new laws after this year’s legislative session aimed at expanding job opportunities, improving public safety measures, and modernizing state government operations in West Virginia. Key legislation addresses workforce readiness programs as well as cybersecurity standards.

Governor Patrick Morrisey joined Frontieras North America at a groundbreaking ceremony for an advanced coal reformation facility expected to bring thousands of jobs to Mason County. The privately funded project highlights ongoing efforts to boost economic growth in West Virginia’s energy sector.

Governor Patrick Morrisey announced that Amazon has opened its first operations centers in Davisville and Beaver, bringing about 500 jobs statewide along with faster deliveries for residents. The announcement comes amid record-breaking private sector investment throughout West Virginia.