37th Governor of the State of West Virginia. Official account of Governor Patrick Morrisey. Tweets directly from the Governor will have his initials (PM).
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Recovery is about more than overcoming addiction. It's about rebuilding lives.
Today, we announced nearly $1.5 million to help West Virginians in recovery get healthier, develop job skills, and return to the workforce.
Stronger families. A healthier workforce. A stronger West Virginia.
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Early detection saves lives, and access to cancer screenings shouldn't depend on where you live.
Governor Morrisey announced more than $1.3 million through West Virginia's Rural Health Transformation Program to replace Bonnie's Bus with a new mobile screening unit, expanding breast and lung cancer screenings in rural communities.
Bringing care closer to home means more West Virginians can get the screenings they need, when they need them.
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Governor Morrisey announces more than $6.4 million in Appalachian Regional Commission funding to create jobs, expand healthcare access, improve housing, and strengthen tourism across West Virginia.
With local matching funds, these four projects represent nearly $14.6 million in total investment.
Toney Stroud of @marshallu and Amy Reed of Williamson Health & Wellness Center joined the Governor to discuss how these investments will strengthen communities and create new opportunities for West Virginians.
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Governor Morrisey keeps delivering on his Water Tour commitments.
More than $58 million in water and wastewater projects will bring reliable water to more West Virginia families, modernize aging systems, and help communities grow.
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Governor Patrick Morrisey today declared a 60-day state of emergency across all 55 West Virginia counties and signed an executive order to provide temporary relief for the use of red-dyed diesel fuel. The action will save businesses and drivers 20.5 cents per gallon, helping lower transportation costs that affect the prices West Virginia families pay for everyday goods.
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Fall trout stocking is underway in West Virginia!
From October 19–30, @WVDNR will stock approximately 40,000 trout in nearly 40 waters across the state.
And anglers who catch a specially tagged trout could win a lifetime fishing license.
Get outdoors and enjoy Wild and Wonderful!
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Ike Morris made the Mountain State his home, and few people have done more to give back to the state they love. He came to West Virginia with little more than determination and a willingness to work hard, built a remarkable business, and spent the rest of his life helping others find the same opportunities he had been given.
Ike was a pioneer in West Virginia's oil and natural gas industry, creating jobs, building businesses, and helping strengthen the economy of our state for more than six decades. But as impressive as his business accomplishments were, his generosity and commitment to his fellow West Virginians may be his greatest legacy.
His contributions to Glenville State University transformed the campus and opened doors for countless students. His support for youth athletics, scholarships, and community programs made a lasting difference throughout Gilmer County and beyond. And perhaps most remarkably, so much of what Ike did for others was done quietly, without seeking recognition or anything in return.
Ike understood something important about West Virginia. Our greatest strength has always been our people and our willingness to help our neighbors. He never forgot the kindness shown to him when he first arrived in Glenville, and he spent his life returning that kindness many times over.
Denise and I extend our deepest condolences to his wife, Sue, their children, Doug and Shelly, and the entire Morris family. West Virginia has lost an extraordinary businessman, a generous philanthropist, and a true friend to so many. His legacy will live on for generations in the communities he helped build and the lives he touched.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is now available for individuals, self-employed workers & farmers in Fayette, Harrison & Kanawha counties affected by August's severe storms & flooding.
Apply by Dec 7, 2026.
304-558-3340
[email protected]
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Governor Morrisey stands with President @realDonaldTrump and @VP in the fight against fraud.
By joining the Vice President's pledge, West Virginia is reaffirming its commitment to protecting vulnerable Americans, safeguarding taxpayer dollars, and holding those who abuse public programs accountable.
Do you hate fraud?
If so, I’m calling on you to join me in taking the pledge to protect Americans from fraudsters, by doing everything in your power to ensure that:
1. Vulnerable Americans, such as the elderly, indigent, and disabled, are protected from fraudsters who seek to prey on them.
2. Taxpayer-funded programs serve law-abiding Americans, not illegal aliens or fraudsters.
3. Taxpayer-funded benefits are not used by fraudsters to buy mansions or luxury cars.
4. Public agencies and officials work tirelessly and aggressively, coordinating at all levels of government, to stop fraud before payments go out the door.
5. Fraudsters face justice for their crimes in a court of law. Convicted fraudsters will be imprisoned and barred from ever receiving another penny of taxpayer dollars.
6. Illegal alien fraudsters are promptly arrested, prosecuted, imprisoned, and deported, never able to take advantage of Americans’ generosity again.
Governor Morrisey announced $9 million in new federal funding to help 3,600 West Virginia students annually across 20 counties prepare for college, workforce training and good-paying jobs.
More opportunities for young West Virginians to build their futures right here at home!
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WVU Eye Institute receives $2 million through Governor Patrick Morrisey’s West Virginia Rural Health Transformation Program to establish a statewide teleophthalmology network, expanding access to specialized eye care, and helping detect chronic diseases earlier in rural communities.
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Bridge Day is almost here!
Thousands of visitors will head to the New River Gorge this weekend for one of West Virginia’s most exciting traditions.
BASE jumping, rappelling, incredible views, and plenty of Mountain State hospitality. Best of all, admission is free!
Find out more at @WVtourism and @bridgeday
Big win for rural healthcare in West Virginia! A new $2M grant to the WVU Eye Institute will bring specialist eye care and advanced disease screening right to local clinics - including all 14 counties that currently don't have an eye doctor.
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Great opportunity West Virginia teachers to earn up to $2,000 to coach middle school math after school!
Coaches will work with 6th - 8th graders just a few hours a week from Nov to Feb, prepping them for local meets with a shot at competing on the national stage in D.C.
More details in @WVNews247 at: wvnews.com/news/wvnews/west-…
Community health centers are a crucial lifeline for rural West Virginia. With $2.2M in new state funding, local health centers will modernize operations, share data, and deliver better care to patients statewide.
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Over $1.7M is heading to West Virginia programs helping neighbors in addiction recovery get back into the workforce and earn a steady paycheck.
More from @WDTV5News: wdtv.com/2026/10/13/morrisey…
Living in a small town shouldn't mean having to travel hours to get good healthcare.
We're working to give local health centers better technology, help doctors work together, and make it easier for families to get the care they need close to home.
That's how we make healthcare better for West Virginians across the state.
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Better healthcare starts with giving doctors and nurses more time to care for their patients and less time dealing with paperwork.
By making our rural health centers more efficient, we can improve access to care, help West Virginians lead healthier lives, and get more people back into the workforce.
That's why today's nearly $2.2 million investment in West Virginia's community health centers is so important.
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Governor Patrick Morrisey today issued the following statement on the passing of Frank Giardina, a longtime West Virginia broadcaster, former Marshall University athletics administrator and former member of the Attorney General's Office.
Frank Giardina was a remarkable West Virginian, and I was fortunate to know him and work alongside him during my time as Attorney General.
Frank had a deep Christian faith and a gift for connecting with people. Whether behind the microphone calling Marshall games, working with student-athletes or serving the people of West Virginia, he made a lasting impression on those around him.
One of the many memories I recall fondly is traveling with Frank and hearing him regale me with stories about the sports legends in every county we visited. He was such a good man, and he loved our state so, so much.
Denise and I join Frank's many friends and admirers in mourning his passing. His contributions to West Virginia and the lives he touched will not be forgotten. Our prayers are with his family and loved ones.