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The ‘Ratepayers Bill Of Rights’ And State Leaders Respond To US-Led Attack On Iran, This West Virginia Morning

March 2, 2026 Duration: 0:00

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Blankenship On Trial

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West Virginians gathered at the capitol last week to urge lawmakers to take action on rising electric bills. Also, state leaders have been quick to respond to news of the U.S.-led attack on Iran. And, Larry Kump, a Republican member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, died over the weekend....

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