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South Western Railway Class 456, 456025 with Class 455, 455731 departing Berrylands working 2J17 0952 to Hampton Court, service had started at London Waterloo, taken 4th August 2019
Governor Jim Justice met Boy Scouts from Miami, Florida on Wednesday, July 26, 2017, as they worked to beautify a park in Welch. Thank you Scouts for helping communities across WV!
State employees decorated the Military Recognition Tree and the First Responders Recognition Tree on Friday, December 1, 2017, as Gold Star Mothers decorated the Gold Star Tree, remembering their children who died while serving in the military.
Members of the Gideons International presented Governor Justice with a bible on Thursday, November 16, 2017.
State Fire Marshal Ken Tyree, wife Leona Tyree named Distinguished West Virginians by Governor Justice
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Jim Justice has honored a Kanawha County couple with the highest award he can bestow for their commitment to family, community and the Mountain State on Tuesday, March 20, 2018.
State Fire Marshal Ken Tyree and his wife, Leona Tyree, were named Distinguished West Virginians during a Tuesday ceremony at the State Capitol. Chief of Staff Mike Hall presented the awards on behalf of Governor Justice.
The Tyrees met while serving together in the U.S. Air Force. They married in 1985, and started their family while stationed in Turkey. So far, they have brought their love into the lives of 13 biological and four foster children.
Leona Tyree home-school their children until they are of high school age. Six have graduated from or are enrolled at Brigham Young University, while one of the five still at home has been accepted there. Both Leona and Ken Tyree have been leaders at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Teays Valley.
Before his appointment as State Fire Marshal in January 2015, Ken Tyree served the City of Charleston for nearly 21 years as a firefighter. He retired as a captain and the city fire marshal. He is a valued member of member of numerous state, national, and international fire service organizations.
Capitol Protective Services Officers Awarded Certificates of Appreciation 3-21-18
Governor Justice thanks Capitol Police for keeping campus safe, incident-free amid record crowds
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Jim Justice is saluting the West Virginia Capitol Police and its leadership after daily throngs gathered safely during the recent legislative session.
Governor Justice has issued Certificates of Recognition to Capitol Police Director Kevin Foreman and Deputy Director Jack Chambers. Chief of Staff Mike Hall presented the honors during a Wednesday ceremony at the State Capitol.
The awards thank Foreman and Chambers “for outstanding and dedicated commitment in keeping both state employees and the public safe during the trying events that have taken place at the Capitol over the past several months.”
During a portion of the 60-day regular session of the Legislature, the Capitol saw daily crowds that routinely exceeded 5,000 visitors. On one Friday, the visitors entering through the building’s two Directed Public Access Points over the course of that day topped 7,000.
Crowds on another day during this period swelled to nearly 6,700 people, and were concentrated in a way that prompted safety concerns from both Capitol Police and the State Fire Marshal’s Office. As a result, the Public Access Points were closed for two hours before resuming operations.
Foreman recounted how Capitol Police officers worked 12- to 15-hour shifts for six or more consecutive days during the session gatherings.
“We had guys working six and seven hours without breaks, on their feet, and I never heard the first complaint from any of them,” Director Foreman said.
Throughout these massive daily gatherings, Foreman and Chambers met and kept in touch with the organizers. As the leaders of the Capitol Police, they have made it their practice to seek dialogue with participants ahead of and during on-campus events. Their goal is to ensure a safe and trouble-free environment as citizens assemble at the seat of their state government.
Organizers and legislators alike applauded Capitol Police for this approach and their service after the session crowds resulted in no arrests, property damage, disturbances or other incidents.
“We very much appreciate Governor Justice and the Chief of Staff recognizing the hard work of the men and women of this organization,” Director Foreman said after Wednesday’s ceremony. “They’re the ones who do it. We’ve just set them up, hopefully, to where they can be successful.”
Capitol Police, also known as the Division of Protective Services, is part of the Cabinet Department of Military Affairs and Public Safety. It fields 30 fully certified law enforcement officers as well as civilian support staff and other personnel. The Capitol Police oversee the safety and security of the State Capitol and its campus as well as other state government properties.
Jefferson County Teacher Named 2018 West Virginia Teacher of the Year
September 18, 2017
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) announced Katlin Thorsell, an Agriculture Education teacher at Washington High School in Jefferson County, as the 2018 West Virginia Teacher of the Year. West Virginia Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Steven Paine, announced Thorsell as the state’s representative at a ceremony Monday night that recognized the Teacher of the Year nominees from 53 counties.
“I am very proud to have Katlin serve as West Virginia’s representative as teacher of the year,” Paine said. “She is passionate about helping each of her students reach their full potential and continually looks for innovative ways to keep students engaged through hands-on learning.”
Thorsell makes sure her students understand the importance of community involvement. As an Agriculture Education teacher and FFA advisor, Thorsell ensures that her agriculture students have the ability to complete Supervised Agriculture Experiences (SAE) allowing real-world training in a supervised environment. A volunteer firefighter and EMT, Thorsell also allows graduating seniors to receive hands-on CPR and First Aid training.
Thorsell was selected by a committee of educators and WVDE staff that evaluated six finalists from the 53 county Teacher of the Year representatives. The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) Teacher of the Year program is the longest running awards program honoring classroom teachers in the country. The first national awards were granted in 1952; West Virginia has participated in the program since 1964.
Other finalists for the 2018 Teacher of the Year include: Teresa Thorne, Slanesville Elementary School, Hampshire County; Tammy Ann Spangler, Ripley Middle School, Jackson County; Tammy J. Bittorf, Berkeley Springs High School, Morgan County; Adriane L. Manning, Wheeling Middle School, Ohio County and Leslie Lively, Short Line School, Wetzel County.
The West Virginia Teacher of the Year program identifies, recognizes and promotes representatives of excellent teaching in the elementary and secondary classrooms of the state. As the 2018 winner, Thorsell will receive a car for use for Teacher of the Year engagements throughout the year from Toyota, a classroom technology package from SMART Technologies and $5,000 from both Highmark West Virginia and The Horace Mann Companies. The Horace Mann Companies also provide $300 to each of the five other state finalists. This year, the West Virginia Lottery is also providing a $300 grant to each of the county Teacher of the Year winners to use in their classrooms.
Thorsell will go on to compete for the National Teacher of the Year Award. The national winner will be announced in April.
South Western Railway Class 158, 158881 standing at Romsey getting ready to depart working 2R72 1932 to Romsey via Southampton Central and Eastleigh, service had started at Salisbury, taken 18th August 2019
State Fire Marshal Ken Tyree, wife Leona Tyree named Distinguished West Virginians by Governor Justice
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Jim Justice has honored a Kanawha County couple with the highest award he can bestow for their commitment to family, community and the Mountain State on Tuesday, March 20, 2018.
State Fire Marshal Ken Tyree and his wife, Leona Tyree, were named Distinguished West Virginians during a Tuesday ceremony at the State Capitol. Chief of Staff Mike Hall presented the awards on behalf of Governor Justice.
The Tyrees met while serving together in the U.S. Air Force. They married in 1985, and started their family while stationed in Turkey. So far, they have brought their love into the lives of 13 biological and four foster children.
Leona Tyree home-school their children until they are of high school age. Six have graduated from or are enrolled at Brigham Young University, while one of the five still at home has been accepted there. Both Leona and Ken Tyree have been leaders at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Teays Valley.
Before his appointment as State Fire Marshal in January 2015, Ken Tyree served the City of Charleston for nearly 21 years as a firefighter. He retired as a captain and the city fire marshal. He is a valued member of member of numerous state, national, and international fire service organizations.
WVABLE Announcement 2-9-18
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Gina Joynes, Deputy Treasurer
February 9, 2018 304.341.0758; gina.joynes@wvsto.com
West Virginia State Treasurer launches WVABLE program for individuals with disabilities
The new program will help individuals with disabilities save for their future.
CHARLESTON – West Virginia State Treasurer John Perdue, with honored guest Governor Jim Justice, announced the launch of a new savings program today at the State Capitol. The West Virginia Achieving a Better Life Experience program, known as WVABLE, will provide people with disabilities an opportunity to save and invest without jeopardizing needs-based public benefits.
“I’m excited this type of savings program is now available to those who need it most here in West Virginia,” said Treasurer Perdue. “This is an important step toward empowering more individuals in our state to plan for their financial future.”
WVABLE helps individuals with disabilities put aside money for qualified expenses, such as rent, transportation, education and training. Individuals may save up to $15,000 per year in a WVABLE account, with earnings accumulating tax-free. Individuals must have developed the disability before the age of 26 to qualify.
“This WVABLE plan will allow me to have more control of my life with the day-to-day freedom to take care of medical emergencies and unexpected home repairs,” said Kevin Smith, one of the first people to sign up for the plan. “The difference between me and others in the community is that they can save for those emergencies, but I have and I have always had to watch the balance of my bank account due to income limits because I receive SSI and Medicaid.”
Prior to passage of the ABLE Act, individuals receiving government benefits were restricted in the amount of money they could save or invest without losing public benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid. Before, financial resources in excess of $2,000 in savings could result in the loss of benefits.
“As a parent of a child with a developmental disability, I can tell you that rolling out the WVABLE program has eased my mind,” said Christina Smith, executive director of The Arc of West Virginia.
“We are thrilled that it is finally available in West Virginia, and I am personally excited that my daughter will now have access to a resource that will enable her to achieve more independence, financial security, and an overall better quality of life,” she added.
A WVABLE account will come with a loadable debit card and have features similar to a checking account, but it is also an investment account similar to a 529 college savings account or 401(k) retirement fund.
“The reason it will be good for the younger generation to have access to this plan is because families could put money in their account for their future and when they get older and are facing the same challenges I am, they will already have money put aside to take care of them,” said Kevin Smith.
WVABLE is administered by the West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office through a partnership with the Ohio Treasurer’s Office STABLE program.
For more information, or to sign up for an account, log onto WVABLE.com.
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SWR Class 159 No.159002 passes Talaton,with the 07:10 London Waterloo to Exeter St Davids service,on the 12th of December 2024.
South Western Railway Class 444, 444016 standing at Hilsea working 1T38 1112 to Basingstoke, service had started at Portsmouth Harbour but the service normally works to London Waterloo but due to South Western Railway industrial action, service was booked to terminate at Baskingstoke, taken 16th December 2019
SWR Class 159 No.159104 passes Clink Road Junction,with the 14:51 Yeovil Junction to London Waterloo service,on the 1st of August 2023.
State Fire Marshal Ken Tyree, wife Leona Tyree named Distinguished West Virginians by Governor Justice
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Governor Jim Justice has honored a Kanawha County couple with the highest award he can bestow for their commitment to family, community and the Mountain State on Tuesday, March 20, 2018.
State Fire Marshal Ken Tyree and his wife, Leona Tyree, were named Distinguished West Virginians during a Tuesday ceremony at the State Capitol. Chief of Staff Mike Hall presented the awards on behalf of Governor Justice.
The Tyrees met while serving together in the U.S. Air Force. They married in 1985, and started their family while stationed in Turkey. So far, they have brought their love into the lives of 13 biological and four foster children.
Leona Tyree home-school their children until they are of high school age. Six have graduated from or are enrolled at Brigham Young University, while one of the five still at home has been accepted there. Both Leona and Ken Tyree have been leaders at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Teays Valley.
Before his appointment as State Fire Marshal in January 2015, Ken Tyree served the City of Charleston for nearly 21 years as a firefighter. He retired as a captain and the city fire marshal. He is a valued member of member of numerous state, national, and international fire service organizations.
WVABLE Announcement 2-9-18
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Gina Joynes, Deputy Treasurer
February 9, 2018 304.341.0758; gina.joynes@wvsto.com
West Virginia State Treasurer launches WVABLE program for individuals with disabilities
The new program will help individuals with disabilities save for their future.
CHARLESTON – West Virginia State Treasurer John Perdue, with honored guest Governor Jim Justice, announced the launch of a new savings program today at the State Capitol. The West Virginia Achieving a Better Life Experience program, known as WVABLE, will provide people with disabilities an opportunity to save and invest without jeopardizing needs-based public benefits.
“I’m excited this type of savings program is now available to those who need it most here in West Virginia,” said Treasurer Perdue. “This is an important step toward empowering more individuals in our state to plan for their financial future.”
WVABLE helps individuals with disabilities put aside money for qualified expenses, such as rent, transportation, education and training. Individuals may save up to $15,000 per year in a WVABLE account, with earnings accumulating tax-free. Individuals must have developed the disability before the age of 26 to qualify.
“This WVABLE plan will allow me to have more control of my life with the day-to-day freedom to take care of medical emergencies and unexpected home repairs,” said Kevin Smith, one of the first people to sign up for the plan. “The difference between me and others in the community is that they can save for those emergencies, but I have and I have always had to watch the balance of my bank account due to income limits because I receive SSI and Medicaid.”
Prior to passage of the ABLE Act, individuals receiving government benefits were restricted in the amount of money they could save or invest without losing public benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid. Before, financial resources in excess of $2,000 in savings could result in the loss of benefits.
“As a parent of a child with a developmental disability, I can tell you that rolling out the WVABLE program has eased my mind,” said Christina Smith, executive director of The Arc of West Virginia.
“We are thrilled that it is finally available in West Virginia, and I am personally excited that my daughter will now have access to a resource that will enable her to achieve more independence, financial security, and an overall better quality of life,” she added.
A WVABLE account will come with a loadable debit card and have features similar to a checking account, but it is also an investment account similar to a 529 college savings account or 401(k) retirement fund.
“The reason it will be good for the younger generation to have access to this plan is because families could put money in their account for their future and when they get older and are facing the same challenges I am, they will already have money put aside to take care of them,” said Kevin Smith.
WVABLE is administered by the West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office through a partnership with the Ohio Treasurer’s Office STABLE program.
For more information, or to sign up for an account, log onto WVABLE.com.
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Gov Jim Justice visited McMechen and Mannington WV on Sunday to survey the damage and cleanup efforts in those affected areas.
Gov Jim Justice proclaimed the month of May, Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month. Governor's Office Chief of Staff delivered the proclamation to 12-year-old Calvin Fields, who suffers from the disease, during a ceremony at the Capitol on Friday, May 26, 2017.
Aviation Day Proclamation, WV School for the Deaf and Blind and the Patriot Flag.
The Patriot Flag is a special flag that made an appearance in West Virginia today, February 21, 2018.
West Virginia is the 20th State Capitol that the flag has visited since the journey started in September 2016, the 15th anniversary of 9/11.
The flag is on a journey across America to honor the first responders and those who lost their lives in the tragedy on September 11, 2001.
Charleston Fire Fighters were on hand Wednesday to help display the flag.
The next stop for the flag will be Frankfort, Kentucky.
Governor Jim Justice presented his budget compromise compared to the House and Senate's proposals on Monday, June 12, 2017, during a press conference at the Capitol.
SWR Class 159 No.159012 passes Fairwood Junction,with the 06:58 Yeovil Pen Mill to Salisbury service,on the 8th of November 2023.
South Western Railway Class 450, 450032 standing at Hamble working 2E17 0904 to Fratton, service had started at Southampton Central but would had worked this service to Portsmouth Harbour and Southsea but was terminated at Fratton due to Industrial Acton on the South Western Railway network, taken 17th December 2019
"30053" sits in the goods yard at Corfe Castle as "30120" and "Manston" double head through the station.
SWR Class 159 No.159008 heads towards Talewater Road,with the 11:25 Exeter St Davids to London Waterloo service,on the 25th of January 2019.
A going away shot taken at Hatherley, Cheltenham, of SWR unit 701026, which was being taken from Willesden to Long Marston for store. Running as 5Q66, the unit was being hauled by 47727 and was, at the time, the 12th 701 unit to have come this way. 17th May 2023.
WVABLE Announcement 2-9-18
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Gina Joynes, Deputy Treasurer
February 9, 2018 304.341.0758; gina.joynes@wvsto.com
West Virginia State Treasurer launches WVABLE program for individuals with disabilities
The new program will help individuals with disabilities save for their future.
CHARLESTON – West Virginia State Treasurer John Perdue, with honored guest Governor Jim Justice, announced the launch of a new savings program today at the State Capitol. The West Virginia Achieving a Better Life Experience program, known as WVABLE, will provide people with disabilities an opportunity to save and invest without jeopardizing needs-based public benefits.
“I’m excited this type of savings program is now available to those who need it most here in West Virginia,” said Treasurer Perdue. “This is an important step toward empowering more individuals in our state to plan for their financial future.”
WVABLE helps individuals with disabilities put aside money for qualified expenses, such as rent, transportation, education and training. Individuals may save up to $15,000 per year in a WVABLE account, with earnings accumulating tax-free. Individuals must have developed the disability before the age of 26 to qualify.
“This WVABLE plan will allow me to have more control of my life with the day-to-day freedom to take care of medical emergencies and unexpected home repairs,” said Kevin Smith, one of the first people to sign up for the plan. “The difference between me and others in the community is that they can save for those emergencies, but I have and I have always had to watch the balance of my bank account due to income limits because I receive SSI and Medicaid.”
Prior to passage of the ABLE Act, individuals receiving government benefits were restricted in the amount of money they could save or invest without losing public benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid. Before, financial resources in excess of $2,000 in savings could result in the loss of benefits.
“As a parent of a child with a developmental disability, I can tell you that rolling out the WVABLE program has eased my mind,” said Christina Smith, executive director of The Arc of West Virginia.
“We are thrilled that it is finally available in West Virginia, and I am personally excited that my daughter will now have access to a resource that will enable her to achieve more independence, financial security, and an overall better quality of life,” she added.
A WVABLE account will come with a loadable debit card and have features similar to a checking account, but it is also an investment account similar to a 529 college savings account or 401(k) retirement fund.
“The reason it will be good for the younger generation to have access to this plan is because families could put money in their account for their future and when they get older and are facing the same challenges I am, they will already have money put aside to take care of them,” said Kevin Smith.
WVABLE is administered by the West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office through a partnership with the Ohio Treasurer’s Office STABLE program.
For more information, or to sign up for an account, log onto WVABLE.com.
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GOV. JUSTICE ANNOUNCES HISTORIC INVESTMENT DEAL FOR WEST VIRGINIA BY THE CHINA ENERGY INVESTMENT COMPANY
11/9/2017
Charleston, WV - Gov. Jim Justice today announced that his administration has entered into an agreement with the China Energy Investment Corporation for them to invest up to $83.7 billion on a number of shale gas development and chemical manufacturing projects in West Virginia.
Today’s announcement is the culmination of months of intense work by the Governor, the Trump Administration, State Commerce Secretary Woody Thrasher and other members of state government.
Since taking office in January, Gov. Justice directed Sec. Thrasher to travel to China on two occasions to negotiate on this deal as well as hosting officials from China in West Virginia twice in recent months.
“I want to thank President Donald Trump, Energy Secretary Rick Perry, Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, State Commerce Secretary Woody Thrasher, and the many others who have been involved in making this historic investment in West Virginia become a reality,” said Gov. Justice.
This is a continuation of Gov. Justice’s promise to bring jobs and prosperity to the Mountain State. It also continues a 10-month winning streak that includes a rebound in the coal industry, expansion of the Toyota Manufacturing facility in Putnam County and Hino Motors in Wood County, the establishment of the West Virginia Great Barrel Company in Greenbrier County, and the overwhelming approval and passage of the Road Bond Referendum that will create tens of thousands of new jobs in West Virginia.
“We have had a complete turnaround in West Virginia in 2017. Just think, we started with a $500 million dollar deficit and now the jobs are coming back and where there was despair there is now real hope. All of these things have created a momentum to bring prosperity and goodness to the people of our state,” Gov. Justice added. “While this is a great day for West Virginia we truly believe there are thousands of more great days to come.”
A Press Conference has been scheduled for Monday, November 13, 2017, at 11:30 a.m. in the Governor’s Reception Room at the State Capitol to provide more details on today’s announcement.
Contact Information
Butch Antolini, Butch.Antolini@wv.gov