AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHealth Care in West Virginia: U.S. News named United Hospital Center in Bridgeport a 2026-2027 “High Performing” hospital in multiple categories, while J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital kept its top-in-state ranking and earned “High Performing” marks across several specialties. Public Health: The CDC says the iceberg lettuce-linked Cyclospora outbreak now involves 15 states, with investigators still tracing how the parasite spread; Florida reported 87 new cases in the latest week. Local Courts: A judge dismissed a lawsuit by brothers seeking to overturn their ouster from the Newell Volunteer Fire Department, saying the brothers didn’t show a legal basis beyond internal bylaws. West Virginia Outdoors: New River Gorge’s Rend Trail is closed about 16 months for major upgrades, including repairs to historic trestles and accessibility improvements. Business & Community: Pierpont Community & Technical College is partnering with Community Care of West Virginia to expand student behavioral health access across the region. Sports: WVU football is emphasizing ball security after early fall camp concerns, and WVU’s refreshed Welcome Week runs Aug. 12-23.
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