Energy Efficiency & Schools: SWEPCO delivered a $49,505.62 incentive check to Kilgore ISD for high-efficiency lighting and HVAC at its new high school, targeting nearly 400,000 kWh in annual savings. Agriculture & Forestry: West Virginia’s Agriculture and Forestry Hall of Fame announced six new inductees, with a July 11 banquet at Jackson’s Mill honoring decades of work in farming, education, and stewardship. Aviation & Community Legacy: Fairmont’s “Buck” Thompson, a longtime leader tied to the North Central West Virginia Airport and regional aerospace growth, was remembered after his June 18 passing. Disaster Recovery Accountability: FEMA outlined how it has funded major Individual and Public Assistance for the 2016 flood aftermath, including ongoing public assistance projects across multiple counties. Engineering & STEM Events: The American Society of Civil Engineers 2026 Student Championships are underway at Tygart Lake, with international teams racing concrete canoes and competing in skills events. Local Industry Watch: A West Virginia DEP fine backlog tied to Bluestone Coal Corp. is reported to have surpassed $1.6 million, raising questions about enforcement and payment. Data Center Debate in the Ohio Valley: Residents in Warwood and Wheeling are pushing for clearer details on a proposed data center plan, after speculation followed a related announcement. SNAP Policy in WV: A federal court paused West Virginia’s SNAP waiver that would have restricted sugary drink purchases, citing authority and notice issues. America250 Spotlight: Crews are assembling the America250 Wheel at the Capitol for July 2–5, with free rides and presidential-themed gondolas.