AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSteel Investment: Nucor’s new West Virginia sheet mill is nearing completion, with production expected to ramp up in early 2027. The company plans to reach 50% capacity by year-end, while shifting orders from other mills to support the launch. Permitting: The state’s one-stop permitting portal is ahead of schedule, with expedited options planned to begin Jan. 1. Utility Costs: An Appalachian Power proposal would freeze rates for a year, then add 92 cents to a typical monthly bill. Small-Business Support: Flood-affected West Virginia residents can apply for Small Business Administration loans tied to August’s flooding. Workforce: Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced $3.9 million for rural health care training and workforce programs.
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