AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCoal & Power Investment: West Virginia leaders are backing President Trump’s Defense Production Act push that would repurpose about $700M for coal-fired power upgrades and new builds, with Gov. Morrisey pointing to Mount Storm in Grant County and the Mitchell Plant in Marshall County as key targets. Local Energy Projects: TerraSpark Energy was selected for up to $18.5M in initial DOE funding for a next-generation coal-fired power plant at Mount Storm, aiming for 1.6 gigawatts and up to 500 jobs. Grid & Transmission: The Public Service Commission held a public comment hearing on NextEra’s proposed transmission line, but attendees were reportedly blocked from speaking. Fuel Prices Watch: GasBuddy data shows scattered low points across the state—E15 as low as $3.31 in Lewis County and regular gas down to $4.13 in Monongalia County—while diesel remains higher, with lows around $5.17–$5.58 in several counties. Workforce & Industry Skills: WVU’s rover team won top marks at the 2026 University Rover Challenge, highlighting engineering talent tied to real-world systems. Community & Business: A new Goodwill store opened in Charleston, expanding a major second-hand retail footprint. Weather & Safety: Strong winds at the Morgantown NCAA baseball super regional sent five people to the hospital.
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