AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoNuclear Energy Push: Gov. Jim Morrisey says West Virginia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. Department of Energy to join the Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus initiative, a step that could open the door to new nuclear power investment and planning. Public Safety: Two people died in a side-by-side UTV crash in Webster County near the Webster-Randolph line; a third person was taken to a hospital. Education Spotlight: West Virginia’s inaugural Champions of Learning Gala honored top educators statewide, with Charleston-area leaders and school staff recognized for teaching and student support. Health & Community: A new study finds black lung cases among Central Appalachia coal miners have surged to the highest levels since 1978, driven in part by increased silica exposure. Local Sports: WVU’s special teams shined in its season-opening win, while Glenville State announced a men’s basketball exhibition against WVU on Oct. 23. Local Governance: Mercer County approved a $215,000 repair agreement to save the historic Bramwell Depot roof, with spending required before the end of 2026.
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