GHENT, WV (WVNS) -- There are multiple amendments on the West Virginia ballot this cycle. Amendment Three would affect the way churches in the state operate. At its base, it would allow the incorporation of churches. What is Amendment 2, and how does it affect your taxes? While Amendments One, Two, and Four come with a bit of controversy, lawmakers in Charleston said the change is pretty cut and dry. "Amendment Three simply puts us in line with other states in allowing churches to incorporate, we are the only state who doesn't allow it, said Delegate Mike Pushkin (D). Incorporation would make ..read more

BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) -- After representing Southern West Virginia for four terms, Republican delegate Mick Bates now has his sights set on a different arena of public service. Bates announced his decision to run for the newly laid out ninth State Senatorial District seat Tuesday, November 2, 2021. Bates said the decision lines up with the original promises he made when he first campaigned, which were to work hard, to put Raleigh county back together again and to serve for only eight years. The district now covers Raleigh and Wyoming Counties, and parts of Fayette County replacing McDowell. Bates ..read more