AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoEnergy & Grid Funding: Gov. Patrick Morrisey says West Virginia is set to benefit from President Trump’s $700M “clean, beautiful coal” push using the Defense Production Act, with DOE money aimed at grid reliability and upgrades—highlighting the Mitchell Plant modernization in Marshall County and work tied to Terraspark’s West Virginia power and carbon capture efforts. AI Infrastructure & Power Demand: A new report warns AI data centers are becoming “AI factories,” turning electricity and water systems into the real bottleneck for growth—raising pressure on local utilities and infrastructure. Public Health Tech & Drug Development: In Morgantown, GATC Health’s Operon AI helped develop GATC-1021, a new drug for opioid use disorder, with early results published and human trials expected. State Operations & Tech in Services: Morrisey appointed William “Bill” D’Aiuto as Chief Operating Officer of the Department of Human Services, with a mandate to use technology and process changes to improve oversight and delivery. STEM in Schools: Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School’s “Iron Falcons” earned top awards at a regional drone competition, qualifying for the next championship. Cyber/Legal Gray Area: A look at live-dealer casino sweepstakes asks whether “no purchase necessary” rules keep them legal or drift into regulated gambling territory. Local Crime: A Fayetteville man faces charges after alleged self-checkout LEGO barcode switching and under-scanning at Walmart. Health & Lifestyle Research: WVU-linked findings add to evidence that less sitting and more light activity during pregnancy can reduce complications.
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