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Rep. Carol Miller addresses Iran protests, Kazakhstan diplomacy, and South Korea relations

Rep. Carol Miller highlighted concerns about Iran’s leadership, met with Kazakhstan’s ambassador regarding trade ties, and discussed U.S.-South Korea relations in posts dated January 15-16, 2026.

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Which former high school stars from Greater Charleston area will be in action for the week of Monday, Jan. 19?

These former Greater Charleston area high school standouts will be competing during the week of Monday, Jan. 19.

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Horace Mann Middle School introduces House Point System for student engagement

Horace Mann Middle School has introduced a House Point System aimed at strengthening school culture and fostering connections among students from different grade levels.

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Governor Morrisey recognizes Senator Donna Boley’s retirement after over forty years in office

Governor Patrick Morrisey has released a statement regarding the retirement of Senator Donna Boley, who is stepping down after serving in the West Virginia Senate for over forty years.

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Governor Morrisey unveils child welfare reforms focusing on early intervention and family support

Governor Patrick Morrisey has announced a set of reforms aimed at improving West Virginia’s child welfare system.

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Governor Morrisey backs Trump administration’s revised WOTUS rule in letter to EPA

Governor Patrick Morrisey has sent a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in support of the Trump administration’s proposed update to the definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS).

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Governor Morrisey proposes new tax relief package ahead of legislative session

Governor Patrick Morrisey has proposed a new tax relief package ahead of the upcoming legislative session in West Virginia.

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Miller discusses U.S. steel industry challenges at congressional hearing

Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) participated in the annual State of the Steel hearing held by the Congressional Steel Caucus.

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Carol Miller highlights legislative action on trade preferences and women’s sports

Rep. Carol Miller posted several updates between January 13-15, highlighting renewed trade preferences for Haiti HOPE and AGOA programs as well as ongoing efforts regarding women’s sports protections at the Supreme Court level.

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Shelley Moore Capito voices support for Save Women’s Sports Act after Supreme Court hearing

Senator Shelley Moore Capito posted about Title IX’s legacy and recent Supreme Court arguments regarding West Virginia’s Save Women’s Sports Act in January 2026.

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Senator Jim Justice reflects on first year in Senate and reiterates stance on girls’ sports

Senator Jim Justice marked his first anniversary in the U.S. Senate with reflections on public service and renewed advocacy for restricting participation of transgender athletes in girls’ sports.

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Shelley Moore Capito discusses NIOSH reinstatement, women’s sports legislation, and Iran protests

On January 14, 2026, Senator Shelley Moore Capito made public statements supporting NIOSH employee reinstatement, advocating restrictions on transgender athletes in women’s sports, and expressing solidarity with protestors in Iran.

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Miller questions experts at hearing on global challenges facing US tech industry

On Tuesday, Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) took part in a Ways and Means Trade subcommittee hearing focused on trade policy and its influence on American innovation and technology leadership.

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Who from Greater Charleston area’s former high school athletes will participate in games on Saturday, Jan. 17?

These ex-Greater Charleston area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Saturday, Jan. 17.

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Senator Jim Justice reiterates support for Save Women’s Sports Act ahead of Supreme Court hearing

Senator Jim Justice posted on social media on January 12 and 13, 2026, expressing support for West Virginia’s Save Women’s Sports Act as it faces a challenge before the U.S. Supreme Court.

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Shelley Moore Capito voices support for Save Women’s Sports Act ahead of Supreme Court hearing

Senator Shelley Moore Capito used social media posts dated January 12 and January 13, 2026, to express her support for West Virginia’s Save Women’s Sports Act as it faces scrutiny before the Supreme Court.

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Capito leads Republican senators in support for revised WOTUS definition

On January 9, Chairman Shelley Moore Capito led all ten Republican members of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee in sending a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Corps of Engineers.

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Shelley Moore Capito highlights rural health program, law enforcement appreciation, and local heroism

Senator Shelley Moore Capito posted about her work on rural health policy, appreciation for law enforcement personnel on their annual recognition day, and celebrated an act of heroism by Captain April McClung of the West Virginia National Guard.

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Who among former Greater Charleston area high school athletes will be active on Wednesday, Jan. 14?

This former Greater Charleston area high school standout will be active on Wednesday, Jan. 14.

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Miller secures nearly $12 million for water projects and law enforcement upgrades in West Virginia

On Thursday, Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV) announced the passage of a minibus funding package that allocates $11.8 million for projects in West Virginia’s First Congressional District.

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