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West Virginia Steps Up to Aid Harpers Ferry Rangers During Furloughs

State funds help Harpers Ferry National Historical Park rangers amid furloughs DC News Now | Friday, October 17, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Amid the federal government shutdown, rangers at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park faced furloughs until the State of West Virginia intervened to support them. This assistance highlights the importance

Bridge Day Continuity Ensured Amid Federal Shutdown

Bridge Day Continuity Ensured Amid Federal Shutdown

Morrisey: Shutdown won’t stop Bridge Day The Register~Herald | Wednesday, October 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Despite the recent federal government shutdown, Bridge Day in Fayette County will occur as scheduled, with West Virginia being the first state to secure an agreement with the National Parks Service ensuring the

Bridge Day Celebrations Unaffected by Government Shutdown

Bridge Day Celebrations Unaffected by Government Shutdown

Morrisey: Government shutdown won’t stop Bridge Day Bluefield Daily Telegraph | Wednesday, October 15, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway This year's Bridge Day in Fayette County will take place as planned, despite the federal government shutdown. Governor Patrick Morrisey announced that West Virginia had quickly reached an agreement with

Harpers Ferry Leaders Celebrate Bridge Day’s Uninterrupted Plans

Gov. Patrick Morrisey: Bridge Day Will Go On As Planned Despite Government Shutdown The West Virginia Daily News | Tuesday, October 14, 2025 By Staff Governor Patrick Morrisey has announced that Bridge Day will proceed as planned despite the government shutdown, ensuring operations at New River Gorge National Park and Harpers

Bridge Day Set for October 2025: Harpers Ferry Welcomes Tourists

Governor Morrisey announces Bridge Day will take place despite government shutdown WVNS | Tuesday, October 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Governor Patrick Morrisey confirmed that Bridge Day will proceed as scheduled on October 18, 2025, despite the ongoing government shutdown. The announcement ensures that the New River Gorge National Park and

Harpers Ferry's Bridge Day to Proceed Amid Government Shutdown

Harpers Ferry's Bridge Day to Proceed Amid Government Shutdown

Morrisey: Deal in the works to ensure Bridge Day isn't impacted by government shutdown WV News | Tuesday, October 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway In light of the federal government shutdown, West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced that discussions are ongoing to ensure Bridge Day, a significant annual event

Morrisey Ensures Harpers Ferry and New River Parks Stay Open for Bridge Day

Morrisey says state will continue paying to keep national parks open through Bridge Day and beyond WV Metro News | Tuesday, October 14, 2025 By Mckenna Galloway Governor Patrick Morrisey announced that West Virginia will extend funding to keep national parks open during a major tourism season amid the federal shutdown.