AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLocal Government: Elkins City Council adopted an updated Comprehensive Plan after a 2023-to-2026 public process, setting new goals for land use, housing, infrastructure and more. State Politics/Economy: Gov. Patrick Morrisey told the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce summit that West Virginia has seen about $96 billion in private investment commitments since last October, tying growth to an “energy dominance” push. Energy/Permitting: U.S. Sens. Shelley Moore Capito and Jim Justice focused on energy and permitting reform, arguing West Virginia should lead on electricity and infrastructure. Public Safety/Scams: AG JB McCuskey says scam reports rose to 401 in August, with Medicare scams leading; he also warns about state-representative impersonation and video-call sweepstakes tricks. Local Culture/Tourism: Elkins will install a new “canoe kiosk” in the Railyard, unveiled Sept. 19, as part of a Mon Forest Towns public art and outdoor tourism project. Wildlife Research: WV biologists at the White Sulphur Springs hatchery are giving juvenile crayfish tiny “backpacks” to track movement and survival. Sports: WVU beat Coastal Carolina 31-24, and No. 7 WVU women’s soccer topped Marshall 1-0 as Jordyn Wilson scored after a long injury gap. Health/Community: West Virginia Wesleyan launched advanced addiction treatment certifications with a grant-backed program aimed at workforce and recovery support.
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