Shelley Moore Capito, Chairman of the Environment and Public Works Committee

Senate committee reviews Great Lakes restoration efforts and considers reauthorization bill

Senator Shelley Moore Capito led a Senate hearing reviewing ongoing restoration work around the Great Lakes region. Lawmakers discussed renewing funding for key programs supporting environmental protection while gathering input from stakeholders.

Shelley Moore Capito, Chairman of the Environment and Public Works Committee

Chairman Capito discusses Great Lakes restoration with state and academic leaders at hearing

Senator Shelley Moore Capito led a Senate hearing reviewing partnerships for restoring the Great Lakes region. State officials discussed agency collaboration while university experts described their roles supporting applied research efforts.

Senator Shelley Moore Capito, U.S. Senator for West Virginia

Shelley Moore Capito highlights cancer research event and tax cuts for West Virginians

Senator Shelley Moore Capito posted about two major topics on April 14-15: a cancer research conference at WVU and new tax benefits for working families in West Virginia.

Senator Shelley Moore Capito, U.S. Senator for West Virginia

Shelley Moore Capito promotes Working Families Tax Cuts Act and criticizes Democrats’ immigration stance

Senator Shelley Moore Capito used her social media platform in April 2026 to highlight recent federal tax changes benefiting working families while also criticizing Democratic lawmakers’ approach to immigration enforcement.

Kensy Thomas and Sophia Frye

Who from Greater Charleston area’s former high school standouts will be active on Tuesday, April 14?

On Tuesday, April 14, these former Greater Charleston area high school standouts will be in action.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Comfort Medicaid spending on national codes climbs to $197,943 in 2024

In 2024, Medicaid providers in Comfort billed $197,943 for services under the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies, a 51.2% rise from the prior year.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Medicaid payments for surgery in Madison climb 1.7% in 2024

Medicaid payments associated with the Surgery category in Madison increased by 1.7% in 2024, highlighting evolving trends in service utilization and reimbursement.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Clendenin Medicaid payments tied to National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies increase 4.3% in 2024

In 2024, Clendenin Medicaid providers submitted $1,149,142 in claims for services under the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies, reflecting a 4.3% rise from the prior year.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Dental Services Medicaid payments rise to $37,960 in Belle for 2024

Medicaid payments attributed to the Dental Services category in Belle surged 110.6% in 2024, highlighting shifts in both utilization and provider reimbursement.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Charleston Medicaid dental service spending jumps to $432,778 in 2024

Medicaid spending for Dental Services in Charleston climbed by 63% in 2024, indicating a shift in utilization and payment patterns.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Cross Lanes Medicaid Medicine Services and Procedures spending climbs to $127,387 in 2024

In 2024, Medicaid providers in Cross Lanes billed $127,387 for Medicine Services and Procedures, representing a 16.1% increase compared to the prior year.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Medicaid payments in Marmet rise 8.1% for National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies services in 2024

Medicaid providers in Marmet invoiced $180,667 in 2024 for services under the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies, reflecting an 8.1% gain from the prior year.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Medicaid providers in Danville saw $1,189,034 in National Codes Established category payments in 2024

Danville Medicaid providers billed $1,189,034 for services under the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies classification in 2024, reflecting a 188% jump from the prior year.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Medicaid payments for Medicine Services and Procedures rise 23.4% in Elkview in 2024

Medicaid spending tied to Medicine Services and Procedures in Elkview increased by 23.4% in 2024, underscoring changes in how these services are utilized and reimbursed locally.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Procedures / Professional Services Medicaid payments in South Charleston reach $1,091,670 for 2024

Medicaid payments for Procedures / Professional Services totaled $1,091,670 in South Charleston for 2024, up 0.4% from the previous year as utilization and reimbursement trends shifted.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Medicaid payments for alcohol and drug abuse treatment services in Dunbar climb to $1,524,411 in 2024

Medicaid disbursements for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment services in Dunbar jumped 103.6% in 2024, reflecting shifts in service demand and reimbursement models.

Dr. Mehmet Oz CMS Administrator

Medicaid providers in Sissonville received $760,747 for National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies services in 2024

In 2024, Medicaid providers in Sissonville charged $760,747 for services falling under the National Codes Established for State Medicaid Agencies group, a 4.1% rise from the prior year.

Luke Blaydes and Gage Tawney

Which Greater Charleston area high school graduates will take part in games in the week starting Monday, April 13?

During the week beginning Monday, April 13, these former Greater Charleston area high school athletes will be in action.

Ericke S. Cage, President

Poca Valley partners with West Virginia State University to support athletics

Poca Valley has entered into a multi-year partnership with West Virginia State University in support of athletics programs. The deal includes naming rights for three years at WVSU’s football field complex as well as funding for student-athlete development.

Senator Shelley Moore Capito, U.S. Senator for West Virginia

Shelley Moore Capito highlights student research, Artemis II mission role, and Parkinson’s advocacy

Senator Shelley Moore Capito shared updates between April 9–11 highlighting student research at WVU’s symposium; commending participants in NASA’s Artemis II mission; and advancing policy on Parkinson’s disease awareness—all while underscoring her…

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