Defense & Manufacturing: Pratt & Whitney Canada landed a nine-year, $1 billion contract to overhaul PT6A-68 engines for the U.S. Joint Primary Aircraft Training System, with much of the work tied to the North Central West Virginia Airport in Bridgeport. New Industry in WV: Germany-based Helsing plans a $50 million manufacturing operation in Martinsburg, aiming to create at least 60 jobs in Berkeley County and initially build its HX-2 AI-enabled strike drone. Workforce Development: Gov. Morrisey says West Virginia’s Tourism Works program has topped 25,000 microcredentials and 1,000 college credit hours since launching in March 2025, with more than 4,000 enrolled in the free training. Legal & Courts: West Virginia faces a growing shortage of court-appointed attorneys, with a Supreme Court commission finding declining lawyer numbers alongside rising legal demand. Public Safety & Privacy: A West Virginia legislative committee questioned Flock Safety over its automated license plate reader network as communities push back on surveillance concerns. Food Safety: Walmart recalled Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kits in multiple states, including West Virginia, due to potential listeria contamination. Regional Weather: Midwest flooding continues to disrupt travel and power, with flood watches extending east into central West Virginia.