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West Virginia Children's Home closes; children relocated safely

By Mountain State Times | Dec 31, 2024

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) has confirmed the closure of the West Virginia Children’s Home (WVCH) as of December 31, 2024.

West Virginia receives 1 EDA grant totaling $137,923 for technical assistance in 2023

By Mountain State Times | Dec 28, 2024

West Virginia received one grant totaling $137,923 for technical assistance in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

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West Virginia receives 14 EDA grants totaling $14,781,548 for planning in 2023

By Mountain State Times | Dec 27, 2024

West Virginia received 14 grants totaling $14,781,548 for planning in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

West Virginia reports drop in overdose deaths; unveils new SUD prevention plan

By Mountain State Times | Dec 27, 2024

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), along with the Bureau for Behavioral Health (BBH) and the Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP), has reported ongoing success in reducing overdose deaths within the state.

West Virginia receives 8 EDA grants totaling $980,000 for public works in 2023

By Mountain State Times | Dec 26, 2024

West Virginia received eight grants totaling $980,000 for public works in 2023 from the US Economic Development Administration.

Capito respects Justice's choice to finish term as West Virginia governor

By Mountain State Times | Dec 26, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has expressed her support for Governor Jim Justice's decision to fulfill his term as the governor of West Virginia before assuming his role in the United States Senate.

Senator Capito shares Christmas greetings with West Virginians

By Mountain State Times | Dec 24, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito from West Virginia has released a video message to wish her constituents a Merry Christmas.

Capito supports act restoring full social security benefits for public servants

By Mountain State Times | Dec 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has cast her vote in favor of the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act, which aims to ensure full Social Security benefits for public servants such as firefighters and law enforcement officers.

Capito supports funding bill; emphasizes disaster aid

By Mountain State Times | Dec 21, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, representing West Virginia and serving as a leader on the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued a statement following her vote in favor of a short-term government funding bill.

Senate passes bipartisan act simplifying access to public lands

By Mountain State Times | Dec 20, 2024

U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Martin Heinrich have announced the Senate's approval of the Simplifying Outdoor Access for Recreation (SOAR) Act.

Rural Historic Tax Credit Improvement Act aims to boost rural development

By Mountain State Times | Dec 19, 2024

U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Mark Warner have introduced the Rural Historic Tax Credit Improvement Act, a legislative effort aimed at making historic tax credit projects more accessible and economically viable for rural homeowners and...

West Virginia expands pioneering whole blood ambulance program statewide

By Mountain State Times | Dec 19, 2024

The West Virginia Department of Health's Office of Emergency Medical Services has announced significant progress in the state's efforts to enhance emergency medical care.

Capito criticizes EPA's approval of California's gas-powered car ban

By Mountain State Times | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has voiced her opposition to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) recent approval of California's waiver to enforce the "Advanced Clean Cars II" regulation.

Capito supports WRDA passage highlighting national impact

By Mountain State Times | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, representing West Virginia and serving as the Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, addressed the Senate regarding the Thomas R. Carper Water Resources Development Act of 2024 (WRDA).

Senator Capito supports fiscal year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act

By Mountain State Times | Dec 18, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) has cast her vote in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (NDAA).

Capito secures DOJ grant for law enforcement resources in Poca

By Mountain State Times | Dec 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has announced a Congressionally Directed Spending award from the U.S. Department of Justice for the Town of Poca, West Virginia.

Senator Capito raises concerns over EPA spending in Inflation Reduction Act programs

By Mountain State Times | Dec 17, 2024

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito has expressed concerns over the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) spending on programs established by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).

West Virginia receives CMS approval for five-year Medicaid program extension

By Mountain State Times | Dec 16, 2024

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Medical Services (BMS) has announced that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) approved a five-year extension of the Evolving West Virginia Medicaid’s Behavioral...

Monongalia County schools honored for promoting student wellness

By Mountain State Times | Dec 16, 2024

Two schools in Monongalia County, North Elementary School and Brookhaven Elementary School, have been recognized for their efforts in promoting student health and wellness.