AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoForest Science: The U.S. Forest Service plans controlled burns on 726 acres in the Monongahela National Forest this fall to improve habitat, support native plants and reduce wildfire risk. Data Center Debate: A proposed West Virginia AI campus could displace a rare grove of 200 blight-resistant American chestnut trees, according to a report; the planned Monarch Compute campus would cover more than 2,250 acres. Electric Aviation: Marshall University and BETA Technologies showcased an electric aircraft at Yeager Airport, with a partnership focused on training students for emerging aviation careers. Surveillance Technology: West Virginia lawmakers are pressing Flock Safety for answers about its license-plate camera network and access to nationwide vehicle records, citing security and privacy concerns. Research Funding: West Virginia State University received $26.5 million in federal funding for a new agricultural complex, while a Bluefield State professor secured $370,000 for cancer-treatment research.
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