CHARLESTON, W.Va. –West Virginia state employees will be getting the full day off on Friday following New Year’s Day.
Governor Patrick Morrisey issued a proclamation Monday afternoon. The extra day is in addition to the half-day they get on Wednesday, December 31st and the full day on Thursday, January 1st.
“The dedication of our state employees is truly remarkable,” Morrisey said in a press release. “They work tirelessly year-round serving the people of West Virginia with professionalism and

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. –Two people are in the hospital following a stabbing incident in Huntington Monday afternoon.
Police responded to a reported altercation about 3:30 p.m. in the 1400 block of Lynn Street.
Cabell County dispatchers said that two people were taken to the hospital and confirmed at least one person had been stabbed. The condition of either individual was not immediately known.
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JACKSON COUNTY, W.Va – A bald eagle has died after being struck by a car on US Route 33 near Ripley.
According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department, the bird was hit on Friday and transported to the Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia for assistance.
ACCA posted an update to its Facebook page on Monday, stating that the eagle suffered a badly fractured upper wing bone, spinal trauma, and significant thoracic trauma. The bird was treated with pain medication, anti-inflammatory

Today on MetroNews This Morning:
–A man wanted for murder in Pennsylvania is in custody in West Virginia
–The IRS renews liens for taxes they claim are still owed by U.S. Senator Jim Justice and his wife
–A former state Senate President reflects on the life of former Senator Larry Edgell
–In Sports: A familiar name in Mountaineer football is coming back
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