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State Senator Tom Willis Files U.S. Senate Bid, Challenges Capito

January 19, 2026 WV Statewire

CLARKSBURG — Republican state Sen. Tom Willis formally entered the race for U.S. Senate, filing his candidacy with the West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office and immediately drawing a sharp contrast with incumbent Sen. Shelley Moore Capito during remarks in Clarksburg. Willis, who represents Senate District 15 in Berkeley County, said his decision to run […]

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Toby Heaney Announces Candidacy for West Virginia State Senate in District 2

January 16, 2026 WV Statewire

CLARKSBURG — Toby Heaney officially filed paperwork at the Secretary of State’s Clarksburg Office to run for the West Virginia State Senate, representing District 2. Speaking at a press conference following his filing, Heaney described his candidacy as a commitment to public service and focused on economic issues he says are vital to the state’s […]

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Morrisey Calls for 10% Income Tax Cut, Public Employee Raises in State of the State

January 16, 2026 WV Statewire

CHARLESTON — Gov. Patrick Morrisey on Wednesday called for a 10% income tax cut and average pay raises of about 3% for public employees as he delivered his first State of the State address of the 2026 legislative session. “Tonight, I can report that we are making real progress. The Mountain State comeback is underway,” […]

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House Bill Seeks to Eliminate Standardized Testing in All Schools

January 16, 2026 WV Statewire

CHARLESTON — Legislation introduced in the West Virginia House of Delegates would end statewide standardized testing in both public and private schools. House Bill 4077, sponsored by Del. Kathie Crouse, was introduced during the 2026 regular legislative session and calls for eliminating all standardized exams administered by the State Board of Education. Under the proposal, […]

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WVGOP Rejects Effort to Reopen Primaries After Procedural Dispute, Illegitimate Appointments

January 11, 2026 WV Statewire

CHARLESTON — An effort to reopen the West Virginia Republican Party’s closed primaries for the 2026 election failed Saturday after a contentious State Executive Committee meeting marked by procedural challenges, disputed committee appointments and vocal objections from party members. The meeting, held Saturday, January 10, followed earlier action by the party’s resolutions committee, which met […]

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Manchin Presses WVGOP to Reopen Republican Primaries as Party Weighs Decision

January 7, 2026 WV Statewire

CHARLESTON — Former U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin is pleading with West Virginia Republicans to allow independent voters to participate in GOP primary elections. Manchin made his case as Republican Party leaders prepare to meet this weekend to determine whether the party will continue limiting primary participation to registered Republicans. The longtime Democrat said closed primaries […]

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West Virginia Senate Majority Whip Jay Taylor Announces Bid for Reelection

January 6, 2026 WV Statewire

GRAFTON — West Virginia Senate Majority Whip Jay Taylor announced he is seeking reelection, pointing to his conservative voting record, leadership role in the chamber and focus on issues affecting rural communities. “It has been an honor to serve the people of our district and to fight every day for conservative values and common sense,” […]

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Senator Willis Cites Venezuela Crisis in Calling for Military Experience in Congress

January 3, 2026 WV Statewire

CHARLESTON — U.S. Senate candidate and state Sen. Tom Willis (R) drew attention to the absence of military backgrounds within West Virginia’s congressional delegation during a period of growing international security concerns. Willis, a Republican from Berkeley County who represents the 15th Senate District, raised the issue while discussing recent U.S. military action in Venezuela […]

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WVGOP Resolution Committee Rejects Open Primary Resolution, Floor Vote Expected

January 3, 2026 WV Statewire

CHARLESTON — A resolution seeking to reopen the West Virginia Republican Primary was introduced Friday in the party’s resolution committee but failed on a 4-3 vote, leaving limited options for any change ahead of the 2026 election, according to Politismack, a conservative news website. The committee’s rejection effectively closed the most direct path to reopening […]

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Senator Tom Willis Honors Coal Miners Lost in Sago Mine Tragedy 20 Years Ago Today

January 2, 2026 WV Statewire

CHARLESTON — Sen. Tom Willis (R-Berkeley, 15) paid tribute Thursday to the 12 miners who died in the Sago Mine disaster 20 years ago. He serves as chairman of the West Virginia Senate Judiciary Committee and is a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate. “Today, we honor the memory of these courageous miners, remember their sacrifice, […]

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