West Virginia
Manchin’s looming rival Jim Justice nears decision on West Virginia Senate race
Gov. Jim Justice (R-WV) seems able to launch a bid for Sen. Joe Manchin’s (D-WV) seat, establishing what might be Democrats’ hardest contest within the 2024 cycle.
A half-dozen GOP senators and aides instructed Politico that Justice, a Democrat-turned-Republican, is more and more anticipated to get within the Senate race after consulting with high celebration officers in Washington this month. Republicans could be shocked if Justice determined towards a run, lawmakers mentioned, including that the one factor in flux was the timing of an announcement.
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“The governor has a great political sense. So I’m assuming that he’s going to get in,” Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) mentioned. “It might change issues. He has an enormous approval score, he simply handed the largest tax reduce in state historical past. He’s bought a variety of good issues to speak about.”
(AP Picture/Andrew Harnik)
Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT), who leads the Nationwide Republican Senatorial Committee, the celebration’s Senate marketing campaign arm, has been strolling a political tightrope — supporting candidates with normal election attraction whereas attempting to keep away from alienating loyal supporters of former President Donald Trump. The strategy marks a shift in technique from Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL), Daines’s predecessor as NRSC chief, who confronted criticism for Republicans’ lackluster exhibiting within the 2022 midterm elections.
Daines and Senate Minority Chief Mitch McConnell (R-KY) have spent months attempting to influence Justice to run subsequent yr, as Justice is the one Republican within the ruby-red state who polls competitively towards Manchin, a longtime friend-turned-political foe. Manchin, a former governor himself, had endorsed Justice in his crowded 2016 gubernatorial major race when the latter introduced his celebration swap.
“Clearly, as a governor, he’s beginning out in a robust place, but it surely’s simply too early proper now,” Daines instructed the Washington Examiner of Justice in December whereas declining to reveal if his committee was actively encouraging him to run.
Justice mentioned he is leaning towards operating, and all indicators have indicated as a lot, together with placing his coal enterprise up on the market, assembly with Daines, and texting with McConnell.
Manchin has maintained that he will not make any choices till the tip of this yr. Justice’s candidacy is believed to be a serious concern for Manchin, who needs to keep away from partaking in what may grow to be a vitriolic election battle.
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Requested about Justice’s Senate aspirations in an interview final month, Manchin mentioned the governor “looks like he had a terrific want [to run]. I’ve recognized Jim for an extended, very long time. And I believe he’d be the overwhelming favourite to win the Republican major if he will get in. … I respect no matter he does, and if we find yourself operating towards one another, it’ll be a great, sturdy, aggressive race.”
Manchin mentioned Justice’s plans weren’t affecting his personal, saying, “God bless them, it’ll be entertaining to look at their major. That’s the best factor.”
The West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) announced that annual hunting, trapping and fishing licenses and stamps for the 2025 seasons are now available for purchase online at WVhunt.com.
“A West Virginia hunting and fishing license is your ticket to unforgettable adventures in the Mountain State,” said WVDNR Director Brett McMillion. “Whether you’re renewing your annual license and stamps or purchasing a lifetime license for your kids or grandkids, buying your hunting, trapping and fishing licenses and stamps has never been more convenient.”
Annual hunting, trapping and fishing licenses and stamps are valid for the calendar year and may be purchased online at WVhunt.com. To learn more about the WVDNR’s 2025 license products, visit WVdnr.gov/2025-license-guide.
WVDNR Promotes Gift the Outdoors Holiday Guide
In addition to encouraging hunters, trappers and anglers to renew their 2025 licenses and stamps early, the WVDNR is promoting digital gift certificates, online lifetime licenses and collectible license cards as part of its annual Gift the Outdoors holiday campaign.
The gift guide includes the following hunting, fishing and outdoors-related gift ideas:
- WVDNR Gift Certificates: Can be used to purchase licenses stamps and other hunting and fishing privileges.
- West Virginia Lifetime Licenses: A timeless gift for children and grandchildren providing a lifetime of hunting and fishing adventures.
- Wonderful West Virginia Magazine Subscriptions: This flagship publication of the WVDNR features immersive storytelling and breathtaking photos that celebrate the natural beauty of West Virginia.
To learn more about these holiday gift options, visit WVdnr.gov/gift-2024.
West Virginia has added a commitment from Eastern Michigan wide receiver transfer Oran Singleton.
Singleton is coming off a season where he hauled in 64 catches for 639 yards and a pair of touchdowns. He also had 23 rushing yards on 6 carries.
The Florida native started his career at Akron but transferred to Hutchinson C.C.
He has one year of eligibility remaining in his career.
WVSports.com will have more with Singleton in the near future.
Morgantown, WV – West Virginia senior guard Javon Small scored a game-high 19 points while senior center Eduardo Andre put in a Mountaineer career-best 14 points and senior guard Tobi Okani recorded a double double with 13 points and 12 rebounds as the Mountaineers (9-2) extended their winning streak to five with a 67-4 win over the Mercyhurst Lakers (6-9) Sunday afternoon.
Mercyhurst took the early lead, but West Virginia responded with a 7-0 run, ignited with a three from freshman guard Jonathan Powell, and forced Lakers head coach Gary Manchel to take a timeout.
Lakers senior forward Jeff Planutis buried a three out of the break to get back within two. The Mountaineers answered with another 7-0 run with Javon Small opening the run with a midrange jumper and Toby Okani finishing with a backdoor to cut to the rim to cap it off for the 16-7 lead at the 12:27 mark of the first half.
West Virginia struggled to pull away from a Mercyhurst program that jumped up to the Division I level over the summer and did not grab a double-digit lead until 5:50 left in the half after a jumper from senior guard Joseph Yesufu.
Eduardo Andre gave the Mountaineers their largest first half lead of 14, and the final field goal of the half, for his nine first half points with 3:32 remaining until halftime as the Mountaineers took a 35-22 lead into the break.
After West Virginia went up 16 to begin the second half, Mercyhurst dwindled the Mountaineers lead to nine with a 7-0 run, led by Aidan Reichert putting in the final five consecutive points.
West Virginia broke the game open with a 15-0 run midway through the second half with Toby Okani lead the way with six points as the Mountaineers took a 54-32 lead and coasted to a 67-46 victory.
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