AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFayette County Accountability: The Fayette County Board of Education voted to fire Elliott Pritt, a former delegate and Oak Hill teacher, after federal charges tied to alleged sexual abuse of a teenage student. Child Welfare Oversight: Lawmakers grilled West Virginia’s first Department of Human Services report on child deaths, saying it lacked details as the state tries to respond to its child welfare crisis. Severe Weather: Heavy rain and flooding hit southern West Virginia, with creeks rising, road closures, and additional storm warnings and watches issued. Public Safety & Crime: A Harrison County man was sentenced in federal court for selling controlled substances and for his role in a firearms trafficking scheme. Cybersecurity: West Virginia is tightening its cybersecurity program with annual agency security reviews and clearer enforcement under a new law. Gaming Risk Research: WVU researchers received nearly $300,000 to study loss-chasing in online sports betting and help protect gamblers. Food Safety: Taylor Farms expanded recalls of jalapeño products tied to salmonella concerns, sold at major retailers including Trader Joe’s, Walmart, and Target. Local Government: Fayetteville won a West Virginia Municipal League All-Star Community Award for redeveloping former school buildings into housing and community assets.
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