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WVDNR stocks 83 waters during week of May 4

Anglers are reminded to purchase a 2026 fishing license and trout stamp CHARLESTON, W.Va.

Governor Morrisey Announces New 100,000 Square-Foot Manufacturing Facility in West Virginia

Governor Patrick Morrisey announced a major economic development milestone for the state’s industria
Governor Morrisey Statement on the Passing of Judge John T. Copenhaver Jr.

Governor Patrick Morrisey issued the following statement on the passing of Senior United States Dist
WVDNR Reminds Public to Leave Young Wildlife Alone

Handling of wild animals discouraged and violates state law CHARLESTON, W.Va.

WVDNR Announces Updates to Dove Hunting at 2 Wildlife Management Areas

Dove limited hunt permits no longer required at South Branch while controlled hunt launches at…

Governor Morrisey Files Amicus Brief Defending Religious Liberty, Parental Rights in Vaccine Exemption Case

Governor Patrick Morrisey filed an amicus brief with the West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals defe
Secretary of State Kris Warner reports early voting turnout; Surge in voter participation on Friday and Saturday results in more than 8% higher turnout than the last midterm primary election

Charleston, W.Va. – The last two days of West Virginia's early voting…

SEE SOMETHING? SAY SOMETHING! - Secretary of State Kris Warner reminds public to report possible election irregularities to his office

Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner is issuing a…

Governor Morrisey Signs “Baylea’s Law” to Increase Penalties for DUI Resulting in Death

Governor Patrick Morrisey held a bill signing ceremony for House Bill 4712, also known as “Baylea’s
Governor Morrisey Announces Additional $29.5 Million in Rural Health Transformation Funding Opportunities

Governor Patrick Morrisey announced the launch of the new $29.5 million Provider Productivity Suppor
Governor Morrisey Announces West Virginia Joins “A Home for Every Child” Initiative with HHS

Governor Patrick Morrisey joined Assistant Secretary Alex Adams of the U.S.
WVDNR releases updated boating regulations for 2026

Changes include removal of horsepower restrictions on several lakes CHARLESTON, W.Va.

Governor Morrisey Highlights “A Home for Every Child” Initiative at Child Welfare Summit in Morgantown

Governor Patrick Morrisey outlined West Virginia’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the child welfare s
Secretary Warner recognizes two St. Marys High School Students as 'Honorary Secretaries of State' for their effort to register their classmates to vote

Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner recently hosted two…

Warner reports that 33,138 voters cast ballots in-person for the first full week of early voting; An additional 2,441 voters have voted by absentee ballot to date

Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner said that early…

Gov. Morrisey Announces New Actions to Strengthen Medicaid Integrity, Supports Federal “War on Fraud” Effort

Governor Patrick Morrisey announced that West Virginia is taking additional steps to protect taxpaye
Governor Morrisey Applauds U.S. Coast Guard Decision to Locate Special Missions Command in West Virginia

Governor Patrick Morrisey applauded the U.S.
Governor Morrisey Signs Domestic Violence Prevention Act Strengthening Protections for Victims

Charleston, W.Va. – Governor Patrick Morrisey today signed the Joanna Phillips…

Governor Morrisey Signs Pay Raise for State Workers During Wheeling Ceremony

Governor Patrick Morrisey ceremonially signed legislation delivering a 3% pay raise for West Virgini
Secretary Warner recognizes two Madonna High School Students as 'Honorary Secretaries of State' for their effort to register their classmates to vote

Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner recently hosted two…

Governor Morrisey Honors West Virginia Service Members at Pentagon Ceremony for Heroic Actions

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Governor Morrisey Signs $200M Berkeley Development Bill, Touts Tax Advantage Over Virginia

INWOOD, W.Va. — Governor Patrick Morrisey officially signed Senate Bill 749…

WV Secretary of State Kris Warner reports that 4,858 in-person voters cast ballots on the first day of early voting.

Charleston, W.Va. – Early voting in-person for West Virginia's…

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at these Historic Hotspots in West Virginia 🇺🇸

Rich in history and abundant in beautiful scenery, West Virginia is the perfect mix of unique…

Green Bottom Wildlife Management Area Boat Ramp Reopened

WVDNR exploring upgrades to public access site in Cabell County CHARLESTON, W.Va.

Reedsville man catches record chain pickerel

27.95-inch, 5.65-pound fish caught at private Preston County pond in April CHARLESTON, W.Va.

Governor Morrisey Signs Infrastructure, Work Zone Safety Legislation in St. Albans

Governor Patrick Morrisey joined transportation officials and industry partners at Triton Constructi
Governor Morrisey Announces First $28.56 Million in Rural Health Transformation Funding

After six months of work to secure West Virginia’s participation in the federal Rural Health Transfo
Buckhannon teen catches record-breaking golden rainbow trout

Hunter Rohr’s catch during the annual West Virginia Gold Rush event sets a new length and weight…

Secretary Warner recognizes three Oak Glen High School Students as 'Honorary Secretaries of State' for their effort to register their classmates to vote

Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner recently hosted…