West Virginia
West Virginia Department of Health reports reductions in healthcare-associated infections
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia healthcare facilities continue to demonstrate strong progress in protecting patients from healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), according to the 2024 Healthcare-Associated Infections Report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
“These reductions reflect years of intentional work by infection preventionists, healthcare providers, and public health partners across the state,” said State Epidemiologist Shannon McBee. “West Virginia’s progress shows that focused prevention efforts and strong facility-level practices can make a measurable difference in patient outcomes.”
The CDC report shows significant national declines in most HAIs, with West Virginia also reporting notable reductions when compared to both the national baseline and 2023 data. In particular, West Virginia saw substantial decreases in central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) and catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs), two serious infections closely tied to patient safety practices.
The report also highlights antibiotic stewardship efforts across healthcare settings. Of the 58 acute care hospitals reporting in West Virginia, 98 percent have implemented all seven CDC-recommended core elements for antibiotic stewardship programs. Among long-term care facilities, West Virginia achieved 100 percent implementation in four of the seven core elements, demonstrating meaningful progress in facilities serving older adults and individuals with complex medical needs.
“Antibiotic stewardship is a cornerstone of infection prevention,” said Acting Health Officer Dr. Mark McDaniel. “The high level of implementation across West Virginia hospitals speaks to the commitment of our healthcare system to using antibiotics responsibly and safeguarding their effectiveness for future generations.”
Despite improvements in outpatient antibiotic prescribing rates, West Virginia’s average remains above the national average. This signals an ongoing need and opportunity for continued collaboration with healthcare providers and communities to encourage appropriate antibiotic use.
Graphs summarizing West Virginia’s performance are available for review, and the full CDC report can be accessed at arpsp.cdc.gov.
The West Virginia Bureau for Public Health remains committed to partnering with healthcare facilities, providers and communities to further reduce healthcare-associated infections, strengthen antibiotic stewardship and improve health outcomes for all West Virginians, according to the press release.

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West Virginia Lottery results: See winning numbers for Powerball, Lotto America on March 11, 2026
The results are in for the West Virginia Lottery’s draw games on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Here’s a look at winning numbers for each game on March 11.
Winning Powerball numbers from March 11 drawing
03-06-55-58-63, Powerball: 12, Power Play: 2
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Winning Lotto America numbers from March 11 drawing
01-03-22-28-40, Star Ball: 07, ASB: 03
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Winning Daily 3 numbers from March 11 drawing
1-3-4
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Winning Daily 4 numbers from March 11 drawing
1-1-2-0
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When are the West Virginia Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 11 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10:59 p.m. ET Tuesday and Friday.
- Lotto America: 10:15 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Daily 3, 4: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday.
- Cash 25: 6:59 p.m. ET Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
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West Virginia
WV faith leaders urge state senators to reject camping ban bill
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) – Several West Virginia faith leaders are calling on state senators to reject a bill that would criminalize camping on public property, saying the legislation runs counter to Christian teachings on caring for the poor.
The West Virginia Council of Churches released an open letter signed by faith leaders and congregations from across the state, urging senators not to advance House Bill 5319. The bill, sponsored by Delegates Chiarelli and Browning, passed the House of Delegates on March 2 and is scheduled to be heard on Wednesday afternoon at 3:00 p.m. in the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Under HB 5319, it would be unlawful for any person to camp or store personal property — including tents, sleeping bags, tarps, blankets, and similar items — on any public street, park, trail, or other public property in West Virginia.
Penalties would escalate with each violation:
- First violation: A written warning, along with information about resources and alternative shelter locations
- Second violation: A misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $200
- Third violation (within 12 months of the first): A misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $500, up to 30 days in jail, or both
The bill specifies that each day a violation continues counts as a separate offense. Exceptions include people camping in designated campgrounds, those camping lawfully under state outdoor recreation law, and people sleeping overnight in a registered and insured motor vehicle parked legally.
The open letter, organized by the West Virginia Council of Churches, is signed by member denominations representing millions of Christians statewide — including the Roman Catholic Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, the Episcopal Diocese of West Virginia, the United Methodist Church’s West Virginia Conference, the Presbyterian Church (USA), the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the Salvation Army, and more than a dozen other Christian communions.
The letter calls on senators to reject the bill, arguing that criminalizing homelessness conflicts with the Christian call to serve those in need.
“As followers of Christ, we believe in a God who created all beings and loves all creation. And in this nation full of plenty, Christians ask God to open our hearts so that when we see a person in need of a place to sleep, rather than wanting them to be disappeared into a jail cell, we look at them the way God would and ask, ‘How can I help?’”
The letter warns that HB 5319 “will create a revolving door between homelessness and jail, prevent people from getting on a path to stable housing, and make it harder for service providers and law enforcement to focus on solutions that center human dignity.”
It also argues that fines are an ineffective tool: “We cannot disappear human beings, nor expect that people experiencing homelessness have the money to pay any fine.”
Instead, the letter asks legislators to consider “that the practice of the Christian faith calls us to minister to the homeless and others in economic distress through a variety of ministries including feeding, clothing, and housing programs.”
The letter concludes by calling HB 5319 “antithetical to the life and teachings of Jesus Christ” and asking senators to “roundly reject” the bill.
Read the full open letter here.
The statewide camping ban debate has been building for more than a year. In January 2026, two nearly identical bills — Senate Bill 175 and Senate Bill 184 — were introduced in the legislature, both proposing to make camping on public property a criminal offense. Those bills were referred to the Senate Judiciary Committee.
HB 5319 represents the version that advanced further, clearing the House of Delegates on March 2.
The issue has deep roots at the local level. Both Morgantown and Clarksburg passed camping ordinances in late 2024. In April 2025, Morgantown voters chose to keep their camping ban in place after a referendum. But advocates have continued to raise concerns about the lack of shelter capacity — Morgantown alone had nearly 150 homeless residents but only around 50 shelter beds, with roughly 80 people still without a place to sleep even during the winter months.
Prior Coverage:
- 2 newly-introduced bills could criminalize homelessness in W.Va. with a statewide camping ban
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W.Va. lawmakers push through multiple bills as Saturday deadline nears
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) – West Virginia lawmakers continued working as the Saturday midnight deadline approaches.
Senate Action
The Senate passed 12 bills, including one requiring adult content websites to use age verification to block minors. Senators also passed a bill creating a Cold Case Task Force.
House Bill 49-90, targeting gift card crimes, and House Bill 54-37, the Vape Safety Act, also passed unanimously. All four bills now go to the House for concurrence.
Delegates passed Alyssa’s Law, allowing teachers to wear mobile alert buttons that notify 9-1-1 and trigger a school lockdown in emergencies. The bill is named after a victim of the 2018 Parkland shooting.
Bill 4005, which clarifies jobs prohibited for workers under 16 — including bar work and logging — also passed. Both bills now head to Governor Patrick Morrisey’s desk.
Senate Bill 4 would require bystanders to stay at least 30 feet from first responders.
Senate Bill 75 would allow West Virginia law enforcement to cooperate with officers in bordering states. A bill from the Education Committee would allow teachers with at least 15 years of experience to become certified as school principals.
For more legislative coverage, go to our website at wdtv.com.
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