AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEnergy & Industry: AEP says it will buy the Longview Power Plant in Maidsville and add a new 1,200-megawatt natural gas facility, with costs passed to large customers like data centers—not residential ratepayers. Local Infrastructure: Star City is moving toward an about $1 million University Avenue streetscape bid, including new sidewalks, ADA upgrades, and decorative street lights. Water & Public Services: Gov. Morrisey is launching a two-day listening tour in southern coalfields counties to hear directly about persistent clean-water problems tied to aging infrastructure and local utility struggles. Air Quality & Heavy Industry: West Virginia DEP is taking public comment on a proposed pig iron facility in Follansbee, including a mini-sinter plant, mini-blast furnace, and a cogeneration power unit. Health & Food Supply Chains: The Cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded lettuce continues to expand, with Michigan reporting the first deaths; the ripple is hitting restaurants and forcing more scrutiny of produce sourcing. Drugs & Antitrust: West Virginia AG McCuskey announced a $400 million settlement in principle with Sandoz over alleged generic drug price-fixing and competition limits. Workforce & Education: WVU announced 2026 Hazel Ruby McQuain Graduate Scholarship recipients pursuing service-driven graduate work across West Virginia.
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