AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEducation & State Budget Pressure: West Virginia Board of Education President Paul Hardesty says enrollment declines are draining school funding and warns the state aid formula is pushing systems toward a financial “rocks” moment. SNAP Fight: Gov. Morrisey’s office is disappointed after a federal ruling paused West Virginia’s SNAP waiver that would have barred soda purchases, saying the court found USDA exceeded its authority. PFAS Accountability: Chemours reached a multi-state federal settlement over “forever chemicals,” with about $450 million total in penalties and cleanup/mitigation plans that include West Virginia. Local Government & Schools: Monongalia County BOE faced criticism over indoor vs. outdoor high school commencement plans, while Randolph County swore in a new superintendent and board members. Business & Development: A WestRidge reorganization plan includes proposed asset sales in Westover, and a new fitness chain is set to open at University Town Centre. Outdoors & Community: WVDNR reports spring gobbler harvests up 12.3% statewide, and WVU Jackson’s Mill hosts Public Archaeology Day. America250 Events: Charleston’s America250 Wheel is arriving at the Capitol, and Clarksburg’s Liberty Market kicks off July 2 with vendors, food trucks, and a hot dog contest. Sports & Culture: West Virginia high school baseball honors continue, including Lanson Orndorf winning the Lowery Award, plus local festival updates like Woodly the Elf.
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