AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoStatewide Emergency: Gov. Patrick Morrisey declared a State of Emergency for all 55 West Virginia counties after Aug. 16-18 storms brought flash flooding, mudslides, damaging winds and widespread water rescues, with the order effective for 30 days to speed response and recovery. Flood Recovery & Schools: Kanawha County also declared an emergency as flooding delayed school openings for about 3,500 students, while Lewis County moved ahead with flood relief steps including relocating Robert Bland Middle School students to WVU’s Jackson’s Mill. Energy & Courts: The fight over Pleasants Power Station escalated as Omnis Pleasants’ Chapter 11 filing triggered a governance battle, with Omnis Fuel Technologies asking a Delaware bankruptcy court to dismiss the case or appoint a trustee. Tourism Push: Morrisey announced a $3.2 million investment toward the Wheeling Gateway Center and appointed Kayla Kessinger as tourism secretary, as tourism continues to post record economic impact. Opioid Funds Shift: AG J.B. McCuskey said future opioid settlement dollars will move away from the West Virginia First Foundation model toward direct state and local government funding. Banking Results: Highlands Bankshares reported year-to-date 2026 earnings of $3.84 million and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.48 per share. Food Safety: Kettle Cuisine recalled its Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kit sold at Walmart in 29 states, including West Virginia, due to possible Listeria contamination. Local Business Spotlight: West Virginia Hive will showcase six entrepreneurs at Bridge Day 2026.
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