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Next round of public meetings set on Valley North transmission project

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Developers of the controversial Valley North Project are ready for a second round of hearings with those whose property may be impacted. Valley Link Transmission, the development group, is a conglomeration of TranSource (AEP), Mon Power, and Dominion Energy. They were formed to create the project to transport electric power from the John Amos Power Plant near Winfield, West Virginia across the state into northern Virginia and Maryland.

West Virginia · 24d
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W.Va. Public Service Commission releases proposed rules for power plant capacity

CHARLESTON - Reaction to new proposed rules by utility regulators in West Virginia required by the state's data center law that would determine how coal-fired power plants operate received both praise and criticism. The West Virginia Public Service Commission issued an order Thursday approved modified legislative rules governing capacity requirements...

West Virginia · 23d
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WOWK 13 News

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West Virginia employers, employees invited to November virtual job fair

Workforce West Virginia is once again offering the opportunity for those seeking employment to find a job,

West Virginia · 22d

WJLA

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Northern Virginia, Maryland meetings set for proposed Valley North power line

FAIRMONT, W.Va. (7News) — Valley Link will hold 12 open houses in November to gather feedback on potential routes for a proposed 260-mile electric transmission line through West Virginia, Virginia and Maryland, including meetings in Lovettsville, Winchester and Brunswick. The Valley North Project would connect Putnam County, West Virginia,...

Brunswick, MD · 28d
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WOWK 13 News

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Taste of Appalachia showcases local food producers, boosts small businesses

SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) – Nearly 20 local food producers gathered Sunday at the South Charleston Farmers Market for the second annual Taste of Appalachia event, an initiative designed to showcase West Virginia-made products and help small businesses reach new customers. The program is organized by Advantage Valley, a regional economic development nonprofit, and features […]

South Charleston, WV · 23d

therealwv.com

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WV Hive highlights power of small business at Bridge Day booth

Made in West Virginia: Six WV Hive Clients Exhibited at 46th Annual Bridge Day. Fayetteville, W.Va. (October 17, 2026) – The New River Gorge Regional Development Authority’s (NRGRDA) entrepreneurial program – the West Virginia Hive – highlighted the people and products of six of its small business clients today at the annual Bridge Day celebration. New Executive Director Kelly Vickers and Regional Business Advisor Devon Fitzgerald joined the entrepreneurs in greeting the public and introducing their creations.

West Virginia · 23d

Lootpress

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Eight West Virginia Projects Awarded $360,000 in USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Funding

Eight West Virginia agribusinesses, organizations and agencies will share in over $360,000 in FY2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funding from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and administered through the West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA). The USDA defines specialty crops as fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture and nursery crops, including […]

West Virginia · 22d

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PSC revises power plant regs; provides some give on 69% capacity for coal plants

The West Virginia Public Service Commission has entered revised rules governing electric generating capacity. Much of the public debate has been over how specific requirements could push utilities to run coal plants more or whether the policies would result in higher electricity prices for consumers. “I think the Commission’s rules...

West Virginia · 24d

WTRF- 7News

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Job Scam Alert: BBB Warns Against Suspicious Employment Offers

Canton, OH · 24d

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Platinum Suites Holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony on Thompson Drive

Platinum Suites has already been in place at 102 Thompson Drive next to Big Lots for a little while, but owner Cory Groves was still just as excited as the first day at the. official ribbon-cutting on Thursday morning. “We had another salon called Platinum Salon and I wanted to...

Harrison County, WV · 26d

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Some August flood victims may be eligible for disaster unemployment benefits

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Workers who had their employment impacted by the August floods in West Virginia may be eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance. Gov. Patrick Morrisey and WorkForce West Virginia have announced those benefits are available to qualifying residents in Kanawha, Fayette and Harrison counties. Those three counties are...

West Virginia · 25d

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Ike Morris, well-known West Virginia businessman and philanthropist, dies

Ike Morris, businessman in the oil and gas industry, philanthropist and athletics booster, has died. “Ike Morris made the Mountain State his home, and few people have done more to give back to the state they love,” said Gov. Patrick Morrisey. “He came to West Virginia with little more...

West Virginia · 23d

The Financial Wire

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The IRS gave storm-hit taxpayers in parts of Ohio, Wisconsin, West Virginia and the Pueblo of Zuni until February 2027 to file and pay in relief orders issued October 14

Four separate IRS relief orders issued on October 14 give storm-hit taxpayers in Ohio, Wisconsin, West Virginia and the Pueblo of Zuni in New Mexico more time to file and pay. Two of the orders run to February 1, 2027, and two run to February 4. Which date applies depends on where the taxpayer lives... The post The IRS gave storm-hit taxpayers in parts of Ohio, Wisconsin, West Virginia and the Pueblo of Zuni until February 2027 to file and pay in relief orders issued October 14 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Wisconsin · 26d

CBS Pittsburgh

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SpaceX rocket launch captured on camera in western Pennsylvania

The SpaceX rocket could be seen shooting across the sky in the Pittsburgh area on Tuesday morning.

Frostburg, MD · 29d

WDTV

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Grit & Grind celebrates ribbon cutting at Casey’s Carpets

BRIDGEPORT, W.Va (WDTV) - Grit & Grind Coffee Truck held its ribbon cutting Friday morning at Casey’s Carpets on West Main Street. The business is owned by William and Gina Hawkins, who said the name reflects what it took to get started. “We’re celebrating, you know, what we’ve gone...

Bridgeport, WV · 26d

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‘Reputation the Salon’ celebrates opening in Bridgeport

Those interested in learning more about the services available at Platinum Suites can visit its website, where they can also book appointments with a variety of beauty professionals.

Bridgeport, WV · 27d

WVNT-TV

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Applications are being accepted for the 2026-2027 MATHCOUNTS Competition series

CHARLESTON, WV (WVNS) — Governor Patrick Morrisey announced that applications are being accepted for paid coaching positions for the 2026-2027 MATHCOUNTS Competition series. According to a press release, teachers in the Mountain State can earn up to $2,000 while assisting middle school students in building their math skills, confidence, and preparing them for competition.

West Virginia · 27d

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Norman farms celebrates sixth annual harvest festival

LOST CREEK, W.Va (WDTV) - Norman Farms is celebrating the sixth year of its harvest festival. Owner Morgan Norman said the event started as a pumpkin patch and gathering for families and friends and has grown each year. Visitors can enjoy food trucks, local vendors and farm animals. “My favorite...

Lost Creek, WV · 26d