School Start-Time Fight: Ohio County Schools’ board is set to vote on shifting start times later, but critics say it’s rushed and should wait for the new board. Racing Law: A federal court again struck down the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s enforcement setup, arguing it can’t act as “judge, jury and executioner.” Gender-Affirming Care Under Pressure: West Virginia patients say costs and limited providers are pushing people off gender-affirming hormone therapy, with only a couple of openly offering clinics remaining. Drug Prices Politics: A debate is heating up over whether Sen. Shelley Moore Capito and Gov. Jim Justice can deliver on promises to cut prescription costs. Energy Storage Deal: Ore Energy signed a 1GWh iron-air battery agreement with a Dutch utility, pointing to long-duration storage as grids struggle with renewable swings. West Virginia Day & History: WVU and local groups marked West Virginia Day with panels and community events, including new looks at the state’s past and sites like Grave Creek Mound. Local Tech/Science Spotlight: Toyota West Virginia’s Biodiversity Park is set for national TV coverage on “Earth with John Holden,” highlighting pollinators, beekeeping, solar tech, and “lambscapers.” Food Costs & Hunger: A major House SNAP cut plan would slash benefits for millions as grocery prices rise, adding pressure on food pantries. STEM/Research in WV: WVU research finds rural women entrepreneurs can drive broader wage-and-salary job growth when barriers like childcare and financial access are addressed.