AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoNuclear Energy Push: Gov. Patrick Morrisey says West Virginia has finalized a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. Department of Energy to join six states in the Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus effort, aiming to spur nuclear investment and advanced manufacturing—though environmental groups are raising concerns, especially around spent fuel handling. AI Skills in Schools: Thunkable wrapped up a Rockefeller Foundation–supported AI education pilot in Monongalia, Kanawha, and Berkeley counties, with about 120 students building roughly 80 mobile apps using a no-code platform. Broadband Nearing Completion: West Virginia’s Broadband Enhancement Council heard two projects are close to activation, including Appalachian Power’s fiber expansion in Logan and Mingo counties. Robotics Funding: Fairmont State University received a Boeing Foundation grant to support scholarships for students on its robotics club, Falcotronix. Workforce Training: New River Community and Technical College announced Class A CDL training starting Sept. 21 in Ghent, with options for prep support and tuition assistance. Health Workforce Pipeline: Valley College and Appalachian Regional Healthcare signed a partnership offering scholarships for ARH employees across fields including nursing and information technology. Data Center Backlash Meets Policy: Separate reporting highlights how states are reconsidering incentives and tightening rules around data centers, while other coverage warns about pollution and limits on public air monitoring.
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