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West Virginia daily news roundup

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State Supreme Court candidate plans $1 million campaign loan



Democratic Supreme Court Candidate Tish Chafin will loan her campaign $1 million, she told supporters Thursday.

West Virginians concerned about Komen/Parenthood dispute



Although the growing dispute between reproductive health-care provider Planned Parenthood and the Susan G. Komen for the Cure might not affect West Virginia directly, local leaders of both groups say they're worried about impacts from the dispute.
State cracker chase enters waiting phase


West Virginia's hunt for a multibillion-dollar chemical plant has come down to talks between potential investors and private property owners, Commerce Secretary Keith Burdette said Thursday.
State's future is 'bright,' leaders say


Speakers at the South Charleston Chamber of Commerce's 20th annual "Groundhog Breakfast" on Thursday expressed the same outlook for the city and state's economic forecast -- bright.
State Regional Jail Authority under new leadership again


The executive director of the regional jail authority resigned last Friday after less than a year in office, his temporary replacement said Thursday.
Tomblin expects lawmakers to OK miner drug testing


Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin said Thursday he believes lawmakers will quickly come to agreement and pass his proposed mine safety legislation, including a provision that calls for mandatory drug testing of coal miners.
State autism law in jeopardy, supporters warn


West Virginia's new law extending health care coverage to children with autism may not do what its supporters intended, and a fight is brewing with insurers over pending legislation on the subject.
Legislators must deal with Lincoln County


On May 8, Democratic voters in Lincoln County face the prospect of nominating disgraced former assessor Jerry Weaver — who pleaded guilty in 2005 of vote-buying from the 1990s to 2004 — for the post of sheriff.
Mississippi Republicans challenge powers of attorney general
By Jim Malewitz, Stateline Staff Writer

Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood hires lots of outside lawyers. They make a great deal of money for the state, and for themselves. Not everyone is happy with that situation.


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