AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPublic Health: The CDC says the cyclospora outbreak has surged to 19,595 lab-confirmed cases since May 1, with 6,149 more reported as pending or unconfirmed, and West Virginia growers still feeling fallout even as the season ends Aug. 31. Outdoor Life: West Virginia has dropped the minimum age for youth hunting in special seasons, and the regular squirrel season opens Sept. 12 with a six-squirrel daily bag limit. Nuclear Energy: Gov. Patrick Morrisey says West Virginia is now in the running for a federal nuclear lifecycle innovation campus, joining five other states, though environmental advocates raise concerns about spent fuel and community impacts. Education & Courts: State Treasurer Larry Pack says his office will defend the Hope Scholarship as Mingo County parents sue to block its statewide expansion. Local Safety: Harrison County authorities detailed an alleged “caged child” case in Clarksburg, and separate reporting notes a fatal UTV crash in Clay County. Healthcare Workforce: Ascend WV is set to receive $2.4 million to recruit and retain rural health workers. Sports: WVU volleyball hosts a tournament in Morgantown, while WVU football’s defense focuses on “contain” after Week 1 issues.
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