AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWater Infrastructure: Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced the IJDC approved about $3.3 million (leveraging nearly $26 million total) for four West Virginia water projects, including a Cowen PSD expansion to extend potable water and fire service in Webster County. Energy & Jobs: TerraSpark Energy says it will build a 1.6-gigawatt coal-fired power plant at Mount Storm in Grant County with carbon capture, supported by $18.5 million in federal funding via the Defense Production Act. Agriculture Watch: West Virginia agriculture officials are monitoring the first U.S. detection of New World screwworm in Texas, stressing the food supply is safe while preparing response steps for livestock and pets. Workforce Pathways: West Virginia’s Classroom 2 Career initiative reported 2,000+ students in 2025 apprenticeships, earning more than $5 million and logging 350,000+ hours with 600 business partners. Construction & Compliance: A West Virginia company, Applied Partners LLC, was fined $500,000 and placed on probation after asbestos contamination during a 2019 demolition. Local Economy Signals: GasBuddy price checks show E15, midgrade, and diesel deals varying by county, with Monongalia midgrade hitting $4.55 and Pleasants County regular at $4.58 for the week ending May 30. Education & Tech: WVU’s rover team won top marks at the 2026 University Rover Challenge, including a tie for first in autonomous navigation.
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