Your daily briefing, “From the Well.”

  
 

 

   
 

 

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  Governor

  • Additional FEMA public assistance approved for Ohio & Marion counties after June floods; Governor hails federal support for debris removal and infrastructure work. WV Public Broadcasting

Legislature

  • The state has moved to make Alpha‑Gal syndrome (an allergy to red meat triggered by lone star tick bites) a reportable condition under the West Virginia Electronic Disease Surveillance System (WVEDSS). WTAP

U.S. Congress / Delegation

  • Rep. Riley Moore says leaders are moving to avert a federal shutdown via a short-term CR “likely to mid-November.” WV MetroNews

Agencies

  • Disaster Recovery Centers in Ohio & Marion counties remain open; FEMA/SBA aid application window runs through Sept. 22; SBA loans available to homeowners, renters & businesses. WV MetroNews

Energy & Utilities

  • Analysis: Appalachian Power customers have paid hundreds of millions for losses tied to OVEC coal plants; other states have moved away, WV hasn’t. WV Public Broadcasting

Broadband & Technology

  • State submits BEAD “final proposal” (still subject to NTIA review); leaders raise concerns over reduced funding (~$625M vs. initial $1.2B) and reliance on LEO satellite in rugged terrain. WV MetroNews

Child Welfare

  • DoHS listening tour report cites “culture of blame” and inconsistent practices; state to convene advisory group and pursue policy/training changes. WV Watch

Health Care

  • Drought creeps back statewide (severe in parts of east-central WV & Northern Panhandle); wildfire season runs Oct 1–Dec 31 — officials urge caution. WV Public Broadcasting

Education

  • Weekly recap highlights: tech to improve student-athlete safety & new federal flood relief; WV Teacher of the Year recognized. WV Public Broadcasting

Insurance

  • Millions could face sharp premium hikes if ACA subsidies lapse; congressional action would determine 2026 costs for many WV families. Associated Press

Elections & Politics

  • WV House Democrats’ tour stop #1 focuses on bills, schools & PEIA; additional stops run Sept 15–Nov 3 statewide. WV Watch

What to Watch Next

  • FEMA/SBA Flood Aid: Ohio & Marion County Disaster Recovery Centers accept applications through Sept 22 (loans + grants available). Details
  • BEAD Review: NTIA review now that WV’s “final proposal” is in; watch funding decisions and any pushback on satellite vs. fiber in rural hollers. Context
  • Shutdown Clock: House/Senate conference path + short-term CR “to mid-November” signaled by WV’s Riley Moore — track this week’s movement. Update
  • Kitchen Table Tour: Next stop slated for Sept 15 (Martinsburg), followed by additional dates statewide. Schedule

This briefing compiles the latest developments in West Virginia’s government and policy landscape. For more detailed information, please refer to the cited sources. Send tips or additions for tomorrow’s edition.

  

 

 
 
 

 

 
 
 

 

 
 
 

 

 
 
 

 

   

 

 

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