AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDefense & Jobs: Gov. Morrisey announced Helsing will invest $50 million in Berkeley County to build AI-enabled HX-2 strike drones in Martinsburg, aiming for at least 60 jobs. Flooding Watch: More heavy rain pushed flash-flood risk across southern West Virginia over the weekend, with Logan, Boone and Wyoming counties hit by warnings and fast-rising water. Child Welfare & Courts: A Brooke County woman, Kelanie Blanton, was sentenced to up to 50 years for child abuse and neglect tied to severe injuries to her infant daughter. Health Care Accountability: WVU Health System reached a federal settlement over controlled substance mismanagement, resolving allegations tied to Controlled Substances Act violations. School Clothing Vouchers: West Virginia will start accepting TANF school clothing allowance applications July 20, as lawmakers keep pressing DHS for answers about the delay. Public Safety: Cleanup at Parkersburg’s Peoples Cartage warehouse was paused after health officials flagged possible asbestos, and a class action lawsuit was filed over the fire’s alleged impacts. Sports & Local Interest: West Virginia football’s Rich Rodriguez highlighted returning OL Nick Krahe as a key piece for the 2026 offensive line. Wildlife Rules: The state DNR opened public comment on a proposed rule update for wildlife disease management, including changes to feeding/baiting and carcass restrictions in containment areas.
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