AGP Executive Report
Last update: 18 minutes agoFEMA Flood Aid Update: Gov. Jim Morrisey says Ritchie and Pleasants counties have been approved for FEMA Individual Assistance after July storms, while Boone and Logan still face a fight after FEMA denied a major disaster declaration—Morrisey says the state will appeal. Child Advocacy Funding: Morrisey announced $2.13 million for West Virginia child advocacy centers, backing 22 local projects statewide. Public Safety—Suspicious Death: Ritchie County deputies, with West Virginia State Police, are investigating a “suspicious death” reported Aug. 3. Law Enforcement—Parkersburg SWAT: Parkersburg police executed a SWAT search warrant on 7th Street, arresting three people and sending suspected drugs to the state lab. ICE Enforcement: ICE says three Venezuelan nationals charged in West Virginia thefts were arrested after being released into the U.S. by the Biden administration. WVU Leadership & Campus: WVU’s new CFO Chris Kabourek says he’s focused on moving forward, and WVU hospitality students are preparing for careers through a major Nemacolin Resort internship partnership. Community & Housing: Bluefield won a statewide award for redeveloping Hotel Thelma into affordable housing, and South Charleston’s Park Place continues adding new businesses. Sports & Camp Notes: The New York Giants’ West Virginia training camp continues with progress and a few injuries, including a “bell rung” for center John Michael Schmitz.
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