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2025 legislative wrap-up
By Luanne McGovern, West Virginia Highlands ConservancyWhat more can be said about the 87th West Virginia Legislative Session that has not already been…
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11 years after WV chemical spill, advocates speak out against bill to rollback water protections
By Caity Coyne, West Virginia WatchLondon Donahoe, a sophomore at Huntington High School, said he was 6 years old when the 2014 Elk…
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Legislative update – the end is in sight!
By Luanne McGovern, West Virginia Highlands ConservancyThe 87th West Virginia Legislature will gavel out on April 12 at midnight, and it cannot come…
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ACTION ALERT: Keep ORVs Out of Our State Parks and Forests
A new proposal in the West Virginia Legislature is once again taking aim at our state parks and forests. Senate Bill 711, which will be discussed in the…
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Take action to protect community air monitoring
By Morgan King, WV CAG Climate and Energy Program ManagerA new bill threatens to silence citizen science. SB 575 would limit community air…
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West Virginia legislative session report
By Luanne McGovernThe 87th West Virginia Legislature got underway on February 12 with a new Governor, new Senate leadership and new committee processes in…
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Thoughts from our President
Dear friends and fellow lovers of the Highlands,Over many years as a member of the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy, I’ve seen many battles…
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Register Now for E-Day on March 17!
Change happens when we show up! For 35 years, Environmental Day (E-Day) has united advocates to demand stronger environmental protections for West Virginians. Attending isn’t just about…
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2025 WV Legislature: What’s in Store?
By Luanne McGovernThe upcoming legislative session is shaping up to be a challenging time for all West Virginians who love the environment. With…
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2025 West Virginia Legislature Preview
By Luanne McGovernThe 87th session of the West Legislature will kick off on February 12, 2025. Since there will be a new governor…
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