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West Virginia Week in Review

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Gov. Justice orders all U.S. and State flags to be flown at half-staff on Memorial Day

Gov. Jim Justice has issued a proclamation, ordering that all United States and West Virginia flags on all State-owned facilities be displayed at half-staff from dawn until noon on Memorial Day – Monday, May 29, 2023 – to honor the memory of the men and women who have paid the ultimate price defending the United States of America.

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The Governor’s order also requests that all citizens display any United States and West Virginia flags at their homes at half-staff from dawn until noon on Memorial Day.

Additionally, the Governor’s order asks all West Virginians to unite in prayer for permanent peace at 11:00 a.m. and observe the National Moment of Remembrance at 3:00 p.m.

Gov. Justice appoints three secretaries to new departments of Health, Human Services, and Health Facilities

Gov. Justice announced that he has made three cabinet appointments to three new departments of the Executive Branch, following the passage and signing of a bill to reorganize the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources.

Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Health – Dr. Sherri A. Young, DO, MBA, FAAFP
Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Human Services – Dr. Cynthia Persily
Secretary of the West Virginia Department of Health Facilities – Michael Caruso

Dr. Jeffrey Coben, Interim Cabinet Secretary for the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, will continue to assist during the reorganization process. Dr. Clay Marsh and Retired Major General James Hoyer will also continue to serve in advisory roles.

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Gov. Justice announces expansion of the West Virginia Waterfall Trail

Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, Gov. Justice announced a major expansion of the popular West Virginia Waterfall Trail. The trail now has nine new stops, bringing the total up to 38 for those looking to explore cascades across the Mountain State.

Since its launch last June, the statewide wonder has received over 35,000 participant check-ins with visitors from 49 states and 15 countries.

The trail has received rave reviews which inspired the Department of Tourism to ask West Virginians to help identify new waterfalls. Those nominations led to the addition of several new falls, which will allow those who have already started their adventures to keep exploring.

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West Virginia National Guardsman honored witjh Region II Soldier of the Year award

Gov. Justice, Roy Williams speak at annual GameChanger Golf & Dinner Classic

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Gov. Justice speaks at annual Friends of Scouting Luncheon in Charleston

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Also this week:

First Lady Justice announces West Virginia Birthday Punch Contest

WVDEP, Reconnecting McDowell to host water festival in McDowell County

Memorial Day Deal Alert: take 25% off your entire stay. use offer code MEMORIALDAY at checkout

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