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The river industry in West Virginia. West Virginia’s rivers have played a crucial role in shaping the state’s economy and culture. From the early days of transportation, the Ohio, Kanawha, and Monongahela Rivers served as vital trade routes, connecting local industries to…

We are proud to partner with @WestVirginiaU and @marshallu as members of the WV One Stop Business Center. WVU and Marshall manage the WV Grant Resource Center that was recognized recently for helping businesses secure millions of dollars in grant revenue.…

Congratulations to Logan Little League for earning the 2025 West Virginia 9 to 11 Year Old State Champions title. The softball team is heading to Nashville, Tennessee this weekend to compete in the Little League World Series. Players, coaches and parents visited the WV Secretary…

Throwback Thursday “Just Three Questions” – with David Goldberg- Interview No. 10. WV Secretary of State Kris Warner’s guest was David Goldberg, the President and CEO of Mon Health System and Executive Vice President of Vandalia Health Northern Region. During the interview,…

Stay informed on the many options available to West Virginians registering to vote. Those with state-issued IDs or driver's licenses can register online or at their next visit to the DMV. If you would prefer to complete a paper application, print one off at…

Staff of the WV Inspector General visited the WV Secretary of State's Office today to meet Secretary Warner and learn more about the roles and responsibilities of the Secretary of State. Secretary Warner enjoys talking to visitors about the great work being done by his…

Respected Pros in north-central West Virginia will be hosting a breakfast and ribbon-cutting on Thursday, July 24, in Fairmont. The organization will be announcing a very special project that they are undertaking at the Union Mission. Secretary of State Kris Warner will be the…

New projects create local job opportunities. Secretary of State Kris Warner took “Just Three Questions!” to Mon Health Medical Center in Morgantown for the tenth episode in the series. President and CEO of Mon Health System (MHS) and Executive Vice President of Vandalia…

The WV Grant Resource Center is reporting more than $44 million in project funding in just two years of existence for the Center. The WV Secretary of State's Office is proud to partner with the Center at the WV One Stop Business Center. Read more below about the grant…

In 2018, the WV One Stop Business Center became the first four-agency single-location business center in the nation. Now, eight years later, doing business in West Virginia has never been easier! Learn more about the WV One Stop initiative and the emphasis placed on customer…

The Young Entrepreneur Waiver offered by the WV Secretary of State's Office waives the registration fee for new business owners under the age of 30. The next generation of business owners is the future of our state's economy. Learn more about the Young Entrepreneur Waiver here:…

Our AI-powered virtual assistant named SOLO is cutting-edge technology designed to enhance and expand our customer service capabilities. SOLO, which stands for Single Online Location, is an online complement to the WV One Stop Business Portal. Now entrepreneurs can ask…

WV Secretary of State Kris Warner has announced a planned internet outage for the WV One Stop Business Portal this weekend. The routine maintenance will take place from Friday, July 18 at 9:45 p.m. to Saturday, July 19 at 6:15 a.m. While the portal is undergoing routine…

Counties are already getting ready for the 2026 election cycle.  County Clerks and County Commissioners are working together to budget for and purchase state of the art election equipment for use at election time.  Thanks to the leadership of Secretary of State Kris Warner and…

Throwback Thursday. Introducing eligible citizens to the right to vote is an important responsibility for the WV Secretary of State's Office. Registering eligible voters starts with the state's youngest citizens who are 18-years old. During the school year, Secretary of State…

The Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) is a lifesaving resource for victims and survivors of domestic violence. ACP prevents abusers or potential abusers from using public records as a resource to find their victims. A participant in the program can use a substitute address…

WV Secretary of State's Office registered 1,181 new businesses statewide during the month of June according to Secretary of State Kris Warner. Counties that led the state in total businesses registered in June include Kanawha, Berkeley, Monongalia, Jefferson and Raleigh. Read…

Give smart and ensure your donation is going to a legitimate charity. The Enterprise Registration & Licensing System (ERLS) makes it easy to verify registered organizations from the comfort of your home. Here are some common practices to help you recognize some "BOGUS" charities…

A new member of the WV House of Delegates was appointed last week by Governor Morrisey to fill a vacancy in the 8th Delegate District.  Secretary Kris Warner and the staff in the WV Secretary of State's Office would like to welcome Delegate Bill Bell to the WV House of…

The WV Secretary of State's Office announces 1,181 new registered businesses statewide for June 2025. The top five counties in new business growth for the month were Pocahontas, Clay, Doddridge, Lincoln, and Jefferson counties. Read the entire story below courtesy of WOAY.…