AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoEducation & Workforce: Kanawha County Schools hosts its 2026 College & Career Fair Monday at West Virginia State University, with about 45 colleges and businesses plus a new evening session for parents. Energy & Permitting: West Virginia Sen. Shelley Moore Capito is among negotiators pushing a bipartisan federal permitting package, with leaders arguing approvals are slower than it takes to earn a college degree. Public Safety & Local Business Risk: A Marion County pre-law coal mine fire and a hillside slide are threatening homes and businesses; bids for stabilization won’t open until Oct. 8, raising concerns the damage may be too late to prevent. Healthcare Data Security: Maryland AG Anthony Brown announced a $2.3 million multistate settlement with Labcorp over a 2019 data breach tied to a debt collector, highlighting vendor oversight failures. Consumer Costs (Gas Prices): GasBuddy reports Fayette County’s lowest premium gas at $4.84/gal (week ending Sept. 19), while West Virginia’s premium average sits at $5.09. Sports Betting Economy: New promos keep rolling out for West Virginia bettors, including bet365’s $150 bonus bets offer tied to Oklahoma State vs. West Virginia.
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