Mineral County

Energy & Environment Chris Schulz, May. 28, 2025

Residents Unsure Of Local Benefits From Regional Grid Upgrade

The pathway for proposed high-voltage transmission lines from Pennsylvania to Virginia won't be cemented until this fall, but are likely to pass through four West Virginia counties.

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Government Maria Young, May. 14, 2025

Mineral County Under State Of Emergency

Severe storms and heavy rains led to flash flooding in Mineral County Tuesday evening.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Apr. 30, 2025

Eastern Panhandle Slated For Aerial Spray Treatment Against Invasive Spongy Moth

The West Virginia Department of Agriculture is spraying roughly 17,000 acres of Eastern Panhandle land next month to kill off an invasive pest: the spongy moth.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Feb. 18, 2025

House Passes Resolution Against Reclassifying Potomac River Section For Climate Concerns

House lawmakers voted to oppose Maryland efforts to reclassify parts of the Potomac River to protect cold water aquatic life from climate change.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Apr. 11, 2024

PSC Approves Solar Project In Mineral County Amid Statewide Boom

The 100-megawatt solar facility will be built by Potomac Hills Energy on a 650-acre former strip mining site.

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Education Duncan Slade, Apr. 15, 2021

Board of Education Approves School Closures, Mergers In 4 Counties

The West Virginia Board of Education voted unanimously Thursday to approve the closing and consolidation of schools in four counties.Board members acknowledged the difficulties of school closings but applauded the work of county superintendents in formulating and promoting each plan.

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