West Virginia's Political Landscape Shifts Amid Drought Challenges
Election Results and Drought Conditions, This West Virginia Week
West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Saturday, November 9, 2024
By Emily Rice
In this week's episode of West Virginia Week, published by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, Jim Justice secured a decisive win in the U.S. Senate election, while Patrick Morrisey became the new governor, marking a continued conservative trend in the state. The episode also addresses ongoing drought conditions in parts of West Virginia, with the Department of Forestry combating 82 wildfires in the southern coalfields. Additionally, assistance programs for home heating costs due to winter are highlighted. Host Emily Rice and a dedicated production team cover these significant developments in West Virginia.
