FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Saturday, October 26, 2024
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West Virginia Week in Review
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Gov. Justice announces success of Operation October Sky, seizure of meth, fentanyl, heroin, dangerous weapons
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Gov. Justice announced the successful outcome of Operation October Sky, an aggressive initiative to combat the ongoing drug crisis in West Virginia. This operation resulted in significant drug seizures and numerous arrests.
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"I am incredibly proud of our teams who pulled the rope together for Operation October Sky," Gov. Justice said. "Thankfully, we were able to help clean up many of our streets. However, the bottom line is that we’ve suffered terrible consequences because of the loose restrictions at our southern border. We can’t ignore how this serious issue fuels the drug epidemic and the absolute chaos we're facing all across this nation. But, we will not stand for it here in West Virginia. We will continue to tackle these challenges head-on. We owe a huge thank you to the West Virginia State Police and all our law enforcement agencies for their fantastic job in keeping our streets safe from this terrible epidemic. If this is what we can do in a week, think about what we can accomplish in a year? We need to continue pushing for these kinds of crackdowns.”
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Gov. Justice congratulates West Virginia’s first youth Master Angler
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Putnam County youth becomes state’s seventh Master Angler Award winner
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Gov. Justice and the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources announced Carson Shock from Putnam County as the state’s first youth Master Angler Award recipient.
Shock, 14, completed this feat by catching 22 fish species on 13 waters across West Virginia.
“Carson’s dedication and passion are truly inspiring, and I couldn’t be more proud of him for earning this honor,” Gov. Justice said. “His accomplishment is a great example of the world-class fishing here in West Virginia. I challenge anglers of all ages to get out there, cast your line, and see if you’ve got what it takes to become our next Master Angler.”
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Gov. Justice launches Rural Hospitals Grant Program, which will supply $40M of funding for important healthcare projects
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Gov. Justice has announced the Rural Hospitals Grant Program, which will supply $40 million of funds to enhance healthcare services in West Virginia.
The money will allow rural hospitals to undertake important projects, including building upgrades, equipment purchases, and improvements in patient care. The money was appropriated in the most recent special session.
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“Our rural hospitals are cornerstones of our communities in West Virginia,” Gov. Justice said. “They support our families and neighbors in their toughest moments. Every West Virginian deserves access to quality healthcare, no matter where they live. This funding will help us make that a reality for everyone.”
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Gov. Justice congratulates North Central West Virginia Airport for near completion of $54 million terminal expansion
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Gov. Justice congratulated North Central West Virginia Airport for its near completion of a $54 million terminal and airport expansion project, which will allow for additional flights and enhanced passenger services.
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The state-of-the-art facility is part of a larger effort to position the airport as a central transportation hub for the region. The new terminal is 99% complete, with only final exterior cosmetic touches remaining. The terminal is slated to open in Summer 2025. The investment in this terminal will also stimulate local business and tourism, benefiting the entire community.
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First Lady Cathy Justice invites students to create Santa ornaments for the 2024 First Lady Student Ornament Competition
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First Lady Cathy Justice is inviting all West Virginia students to participate in the twentieth annual First Lady Student Ornament Competition.
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All kindergarten through 12th grade students who are public, private, or home-schooled are encouraged to create a “Santa” themed ornament for the tree, which will be on display at the Culture Center in Charleston during this year's holiday season.
Ornaments must be received by November 22, 2024, to be eligible for judging.
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