FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Saturday, August 3, 2024
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West Virginia Week in Review
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Gov. Justice, First Lady Justice welcome attendees to annual Communities In Schools West Virginia conference
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Gov. Justice and First Lady Cathy Justice welcomed over 300 attendees to the annual Communities In Schools West Virginia conference.
The Student Supports Institute, which runs through Thursday, unites statewide Communities In Schools (CIS) site coordinators, county contacts, and partners to explore best practices for supporting students.
Communities In Schools West Virginia is the First Lady’s primary initiative, and took root in West Virginia in 2018. Today, the program operates in all 55 counties providing essential resources to at-risk students, helping them stay in school and succeed. West Virginia is the only state in the country to have CIS operating in every county.
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"Communities In Schools has the power to transform lives by providing the necessary support to our students, which is why we remain committed to ensuring its continued success," First Lady Justice said. "The people in this room deserve an enormous amount of credit because you are the ones connecting with our students and giving them that extra boost they need. We are thrilled to see Communities In Schools expand to every county in our beautiful state. Your dedication makes a real difference, and together, we are building a brighter future for all our children.”
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“Investing in our children is the best investment we can make,” Gov. Justice said, “and we’ve invested a lot into Communities In Schools because we know it makes a real difference. Every single person here has played a tremendous part in the success we are seeing. You are the ones making a difference. You are the boots on the ground for our students every single day. Cathy and I have been blown away by the love and support you all provide. We see it and feel it every time we visit your schools. Cathy, especially, has poured her heart into this initiative, and honestly, Communities In Schools wouldn’t be what it is today without her. This program is truly changing lives, and we’re so grateful for each of you.”
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Gov. Justice breaks ground on outdoor exhibit, highlighting how West Virginia’s natural resources have fueled nation and world
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Gov. Justice, Secretary Randall Reid-Smith, and several natural resources industry leaders broke ground on a new outdoor exhibit at the West Virginia State Capitol Complex.
The exhibit, named “West Virginia: Nature Designs a State that Fuels a Nation,” is part of the “America 250 WV” legacy project and will highlight 11 industries and the natural resources that have made West Virginia a global leader.
"This exhibit will not only celebrate our state’s incredible history but also educate and inspire future generations about the vital role West Virginia has played in fueling our nation and world,” Gov. Justice said. “From the coal that powers our homes and creates steel to the natural gas driving today's energy innovations, West Virginia's abundant natural resources have been the backbone of progress and innovation. This exhibit will showcase how our rich land and hardworking people have contributed to national and global advancements, ensuring that West Virginia will continue to power the world with pride for generations to come."
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Gov. Justice congratulates Cabell Midland High School boys baseball and track team
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Gov. Justice appoints new Office of Drug Control Policy Director
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Gov. Justice announced the appointment of Dr. Stephen Loyd as Director of the Office of Drug Control Policy (ODCP).
“Dr. Loyd is going to be an incredible asset in fighting the opioid crisis and drug abuse in West Virginia," Gov. Justice said. “His genuine compassion for people struggling with addiction and his drive to improve public health are exactly what we need. West Virginia has a long way to go with our drug challenges, and we are going to continue pulling the rope together to achieve real progress.”
Dr. Loyd is an Internal Medicine/Addiction Medicine physician, earning his medical degree at East Tennessee State University. Most recently, Dr. Loyd was the Chief Medical Officer at Cedar Recovery in Mount Juliet, Tennessee. He previously served as Assistant Commissioner (Opioid Czar) for Substance Abuse Services at the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Use in Nashville.
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