Coal & Power Funding: The Trump administration announced $850 million for coal plant modernization, including Defense Production Act-backed upgrades and two new coal plants, framing it as grid reliability and lower energy costs while critics call it an unnecessary subsidy. Data Centers & Local Impact: West Virginia lawmakers are pushing back against resident concerns after visits to Data Center World, arguing the state can benefit from developer interest and that risks may be lower than feared. Transmission Line Hearings: The PSC will hold the final two public comment hearings for the Mid-Atlantic Resiliency Link (MARL) this week in Monongalia and Preston Counties, with opponents saying interveners won’t be allowed to testify and urging residents to submit full written comments. Mining Oversight: WVDEP will host an informational meeting on a mining permit renewal in Raleigh County on June 9 for Republic Energy’s Turkey Foot Surface Mine. Energy & Fuel Prices: GasBuddy reports the lowest E85 price in Upshur County at $3.94/gal for the week ending May 30, while premium gas in Jackson County hit $5.24/gal. Rural Entrepreneurship: A WVU study finds rural women entrepreneurs drive outsized economic growth and job creation in rural counties. Youth Fishing: The Bowden Fish Hatchery will host a free Youth Fishing Derby June 13 as part of West Virginia’s Free Fishing Days. Healthcare Access: A national report ranks Georgia among the worst states for childbirth, with West Virginia also cited as struggling in maternal care access. Forensic Services: Tennessee’s Knoxville Crime Laboratory earned a top forensic performance award, highlighting operational efficiency and reduced case backlogs.