Energy & Utilities: Hope Gas filed with the West Virginia Public Service Commission for a rate increase to fund its Pipeline Replacement and Expansion Program, investing about $115 million to replace aging lines and improve winter reliability. Oil & Gas Policy: West Virginia Attorney General Alan Wilson backed efforts to keep Enbridge’s Line 5 operating through Michigan, arguing Congress—not states—should control interstate pipeline decisions. Public Health & Food Safety: A salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeños linked to Chipotle and Qdoba is under investigation, while a separate egg recall is expanding across multiple states due to antibiotic-resistant Salmonella. Healthcare Fraud: Wilson joined a coalition urging Congress to pass the STOP FRAUD in Medicaid Act, pushing to expand states’ ability to pursue Medicaid recipient fraud. Community & Workforce: Pierpont Community & Technical College held a board retreat focused on workforce trends and strategic growth. Local Governance: A former Worthington mayor petitioned to dissolve the town’s charter and declare its sewer system distressed, citing gridlock and unresolved state environmental issues. Consumer Safety: Multiple agencies raided Harrison County vape shops tied to illegal THC sales under the state Vape Safety Act. Agriculture & Tourism: West Virginia State Parks announced its 2026 Farm-to-Table Dinner series, pairing park chefs with local farms across 11 parks.