Anchor: The state House of Delegates has officially elected a new leader to take former Speaker Rick Thompson’s position. Delegate Tim Miley of Harrison County was elected by members of the House during a special session yesterday, but it still remains to be seen if some committee chairs will hold their positions under the new leadership.

House Judiciary chairman Tim Miley (D) Harrison County has been elected Speaker of the West Virginia House of Delegates.

Public hearings across southern West Virginia are allowing community members to voice their concerns on a proposed rate hike. West Virginia American Water proposed the 20 percent increase last year which could affect hundreds of thousands of West Virginians.

As folks across the state prepare to celebrate the state’s 150th birthday, a West Virginia based theater company is wrapping up rehearsal’s for their original musical commemorating the long history of the state. The Vintage Theater Company based in Clarksburg will present “The Golden Horseshoe” this week.

Rep. Nick Rahall of WV’s Third District says the state’s 150 birthday is an opportunity for reflection. He says it’s been a time of conscience gratitude for him – gratitude to the state’s forefathers and to his own family’s forefathers.