AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoOpioid Money Shift: West Virginia AG J.B. McCuskey says future opioid settlement dollars will be managed directly by the Legislature and local mayors/counties, moving away from the West Virginia First Foundation’s distribution model. School Funding Fight: The ACLU-WV says it will sue over alleged unconstitutional school funding, pointing to disparities in Lincoln County and claiming students aren’t getting the “thorough and efficient” education required by the state Constitution. Water Infrastructure Push: Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced an additional $145 million for water and wastewater projects, launching a “Clean, Clear Water Strategy” aimed at speeding grants and helping small, understaffed utilities. Flood Relief Updates: Fayette County officials and volunteers are still responding after flash flooding washed out parts of Route 61, delivering meals, water, and recovery info. Justice System: A former Kanawha County sheriff’s deputy, Cass Close, was federally indicted on a civil rights charge tied to an alleged sexual assault of an inmate. Health Care Access: WVU opened the first phase of its dental school expansion, citing major statewide shortages and the need for more dental providers. Sports & Community: West Virginia basketball and Logan High coaching legend Willie Akers died at 89; WVU also hosts Penn State women’s soccer in a key early-season matchup.
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