Coal & Power Policy: The Trump administration announced $850 million for coal plant modernization, including upgrades to existing facilities and support for two new coal plants—a move framed as grid reliability and lower costs, but criticized as a subsidy for an uncompetitive, polluting industry. Energy Transition Signal: New data show solar overtook coal for the first time in U.S. electricity generation (May), underscoring how fast the power mix is shifting even as coal gets fresh federal backing. Water Infrastructure & Public Health: A West Virginia drinking-water quality report highlights ongoing failures in aging systems, with Rep. Riley Moore describing residents relying on springs and rainwater due to unsafe tap water. Industrial Safety: A worker died in an industrial accident at an Appalachian Forest Products facility in Buckhannon, with the cause under investigation. Workforce Development: American Water launched its 2026 Flow Forward summer program, including West Virginia students, to build the next generation of water-industry talent. Agriculture Biosecurity: WVDA issued new interstate movement requirements tied to New World Screwworm detections to protect livestock and animal industries. Local Energy Projects: Monongalia County residents packed a PSC hearing opposing a proposed transmission line tied to the MARL project. Food Industry Regulation: A federal phase-out of synthetic dyes faces mixed progress, while states including West Virginia have moved to restrict certain additives.