| West Virginia Government & Agencies
Governor Patrick Morrisey formally opens public comment on West Virginia’s application to the new $500M‑per‑year Rural Health Transformation Program. The Governor’s office announced a dedicated request‑for‑input page and outlined how residents, providers, and stakeholders can shape the five‑year plan that will guide federal rural health dollars in the state.
Source: Office of the Governor
Health Care
State leaders push for broad public input to steer rural hospital and clinic investments under the Rural Health Transformation Program. Reporting highlights that West Virginia expects roughly $100 million annually over five years and is inviting comments that could influence priorities like access, workforce, and sustainability in rural facilities.
Source: West Virginia Watch
Potential federal disability‑program cuts raise alarms for West Virginia providers and families. Today’s state newscast flags concern that proposed federal reductions could ripple through services supporting thousands of West Virginians with disabilities, including programs connected to WVU’s Center for Excellence in Disabilities.
Source: West Virginia Public Broadcasting
SENIOR CITIZENS
West Virginia stakeholders are bracing for potential disability-related benefit cuts that could burden seniors and caregivers. WVPB’s morning brief highlighted looming proposals that would ripple through aging and disability services if enacted.
Source: WV Public Broadcasting
Substance Use Disorder
Healing Appalachia kicks off with a focus on recovery, resources, and regional momentum. The annual event underscores ongoing efforts to connect people in recovery with services and community support across West Virginia and neighboring states.
Source: West Virginia Public Broadcasting
Leadership shifts at the opioid-settlement board sharpen scrutiny of how West Virginia steers abatement dollars.Long-time chairman Barry Allen resigned from the WV First Foundation after being appointed U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of West Virginia; the move comes as the foundation finalizes grantmaking frameworks for counties and providers.
Source: WV MetroNews
FIRST RESPONDERS
Charleston’s overnight overdose spike taxed EMS and law enforcement capacity, highlighting burnout risks for front-line responders. Local agencies reported a concentrated period of calls that required rapid coordination and resource surges.
Source: WV MetroNews
AGRICULTURE
Drought conditions expanded in parts of West Virginia, prompting agriculture officials to advise producers on water and forage management. The latest U.S. Drought Monitor map shows dry-to-moderate drought pockets growing, and WVDA urged livestock and hay conservation steps.
Source: WV MetroNews
ELECTIONS
With the election calendar tightening, voter-registration teams are canvassing across West Virginia to boost sign-ups. Today’s outreach push targeted counties with lagging totals ahead of key fall deadlines.
Source: WV Public Broadcasting
EDUCATION
State assessment results show modest statewide gains in English and math — but uneven performance persists.New Balanced Scorecard data reflect incremental improvement across districts, informing WVDE accountability and support plans heading into fall meetings.
Source: WV MetroNews
The State Board of Education advanced scheduling by moving its October meeting earlier following a canceled September session. The shift is meant to keep decision-making on track after this month’s disruption.
Source: WV Public Broadcasting
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