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Senators challenge FHWA's greenhouse gas emissions rule in court

By Charleston Leader | Oct 8, 2024

U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Kevin Cramer have spearheaded a bicameral amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, challenging a rule from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The contested rule mandates state departments of transportation and metropolitan planning organizations to measure greenhouse gas emissions on highways and set targets for reduction.

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Senators file amicus brief against FHWA's emissions rule

By Charleston Leader | Oct 8, 2024

U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Kevin Cramer, along with 28 colleagues, have filed a bicameral amicus brief in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. The brief challenges a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) rule that mandates state transportation departments and metropolitan planning organizations to measure greenhouse gas emissions on highways and set reduction targets.

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Senator Capito visits Bluefield to discuss infrastructure projects and education investments

By Charleston Leader | Oct 8, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito visited Bluefield, West Virginia, to highlight various funding projects she has supported. The day began with a briefing from community leaders about the city's funding awards and the regional impact of a recent storm. Senator Capito toured the U.S. Route 52 modernization project, which is funded through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Kanawha County in week ending Sept. 28?

By Charleston Leader | Oct 7, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Kanawha County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Capito visits Mingo County for healthcare and economic discussions

By Charleston Leader | Oct 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito visited Mingo County, West Virginia, focusing on healthcare and economic development initiatives. The visit included a stop at Williamson Memorial Hospital, where Capito received updates on the facility's upgrades under new leadership.

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Capito marks anniversary of October 7th attack on Israel

By Charleston Leader | Oct 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia has released a video statement commemorating the first anniversary of the October 7th attacks in Israel. These attacks resulted in the deaths of over one thousand civilians, including American citizens.

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Senate Republicans condemn Hamas on anniversary of October 7 attacks

By Charleston Leader | Oct 7, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia has joined her Republican colleagues in the Senate to mark the anniversary of the October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel. The resolution, led by Senator Joni Ernst, condemns Iran-backed Hamas for their actions during the attacks that resulted in the deaths of dozens of Americans.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Kanawha County in week ending Sept. 28?

By Charleston Leader | Oct 6, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Kanawha County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Boone County in week ending Sept. 28?

By Charleston Leader | Oct 6, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Charleston Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7?

By Charleston Leader | Oct 6, 2024

These former Charleston Leader area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 7.

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Charleston Leader area weekly mass times

By Charleston Leader | Oct 5, 2024

The following parishes in the Charleston Leader coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Kanawha County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Sept. 28

By Charleston Leader | Oct 5, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Kanawha County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Kanawha County in week ending Sept. 28

By Charleston Leader | Oct 4, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Kanawha County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Boone County in week ending Sept. 28

By Charleston Leader | Oct 4, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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4 gas stations in cities throughout Boone County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Sept. 28

By Charleston Leader | Oct 4, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Boone County was found at four gas stations in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Capito visits Kanawha County schools and tours electric bus manufacturer

By Charleston Leader | Oct 3, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, representing West Virginia, engaged with local communities during her visit to Kanawha County on October 3, 2024. As a prominent member of the Senate Appropriations and Environment and Public Works Committees, Senator Capito spent time at East Bank Middle School and the GreenPower Manufacturing Facility.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Boone County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Sept. 28

By Charleston Leader | Oct 3, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Boone County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Kanawha County in week ending Sept. 28?

By Charleston Leader | Oct 2, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Kanawha County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Capito welcomes U.S. archivist for visit to West Virginia University

By Charleston Leader | Oct 2, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito invited Dr. Colleen Shogan, the 11th Archivist of the United States, to West Virginia University (WVU) in Morgantown for a series of visits highlighting WVU Libraries' special and historical collections. This visit coincides with American Archives Month.

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Lawmakers urge action against EU's corporate sustainability directive

By Charleston Leader | Oct 1, 2024

Last week, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and 63 bicameral Republican colleagues sent a letter to U.S. Department of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and senior Biden-Harris administration officials. The letter urges them to address regulatory encroachment from the European Union (EU) that they believe threatens U.S. economic interests.