AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoElection Watch: Early voting is underway across West Virginia through Oct. 31 ahead of the Nov. 3 election. Secretary of State Kris Warner advises voters to check details with county clerks and bring photo ID. Fuel Costs: With diesel topping $6 a gallon, Gov. Patrick Morrisey declared an emergency allowing temporary use of dyed off-road diesel to ease costs for families and businesses. Schools: Public school enrollment fell by more than 8,000 students in a year, a 3.5% drop; the state Board of Education says the funding formula is inadequate. Health: West Virginia received a B for fiscal health, with more than $3 billion left after bills in fiscal 2025. Separately, rural health awards are beginning to fund programs statewide, while a new $11.9 million grant will expand services at WVU’s Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute. Community Safety: A raccoon found on Peters Run Road tested positive for rabies, the fourth confirmed animal case in Ohio County; health officials urge residents to vaccinate pets and avoid suspicious wildlife. Local Projects: Valley Link plans another round of public meetings Nov. 17 on its proposed high-voltage transmission line, which has drawn opposition from residents along potential routes.
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