Patrick Morrisey Inauguration Set for Jan. 13

Patrick Morrisey is set to be inaugurated as West Virginia's 37th governor on January 13, with a series of celebratory events planned for the day. The festivities will begin with a faith-based breakfast at 9 a.m., followed by the swearing-in ceremony at 11 a.m., and culminate in a parade featuring numerous bands, marking the first inaugural parade in nearly 16 years. A concert featuring The Marshall Tucker Band and Shenandoah will take place at 5:30 p.m., with fireworks to follow. The inauguration will also involve traffic closures in downtown Charleston due to the events. Morrisey, who won the governor's race with 62% of the vote, aims to engage West Virginians in his administration as he outlines his agenda. The day's events reflect a celebration of West Virginia's spirit and culture, as emphasized by inauguration co-chair Conrad Lucas.