AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCollege Sports: West Virginia and No. 25 Virginia renew their long-dormant rivalry in Charlotte Saturday, both 2-0 and chasing a first 3-0 start since 2018, with WVU leaning on quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr. and Virginia touting veteran depth—plus a note that Virginia’s defensive tackle Jason Hammond is likely headed for elbow surgery. Public Safety & Justice: Gov. Morrisey announced $582,174 for West Virginia State Police to expand DNA testing capacity, speed up CODIS entries, and cut backlogs. Education & Workforce: WVU Tech launched the $1.8 million Golden Scholars program, covering remaining tuition, housing, and meal costs for high-achieving students from 13 southern counties starting fall 2027; separately, a state scholarship is showing success recruiting and retaining in-demand teachers. Health Access: WVU Medicine’s Bonnie’s Bus will bring 3D mammography screenings to multiple West Virginia counties in early October. Infrastructure: WVDOH says crews are paving and adding high-friction treatments and improved signage on the Eugene A. Carter Memorial Bridge as part of a major I-64 rehabilitation. Community & Culture: The Mtn Craft Film Festival returns with 39 short films from Appalachian filmmakers, free screenings, workshops, and a Heritage Screening honoring Danny Boyd. Weather: A new ranking says West Virginia has seen some of the coldest Septembers since 1895.
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