AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoOnline Safety: West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey sued Snapchat, alleging it misled families about child safety and exposed young users to sexual exploitation. The suit follows the sextortion-related death of Nitro teen Bryce Tate; the state also launched a campaign urging kids to stop, screenshot messages and tell a trusted adult. Maternal Care: Greenbrier Valley Medical Center plans to reopen labor and delivery services through a Vandalia Health–WVSOM partnership, restoring access to hospital births and higher-risk care. The state also announced nearly $4 million for a freestanding birthing center. Election Results: Democrats made major gains in the Legislature, with unofficial results pointing to 25 Democratic seats, up from 11. They won 12 additional House seats and doubled their Senate representation to four. Investment: West Virginia received 52 new Opportunity Zones across 32 counties, offering tax incentives intended to attract private investment and create jobs. Schools: State Superintendent Michele Blatt says declining enrollment and funding pressures put public education at a “tipping point,” as enrollment reaches a record low. Charleston Town Center: Chick-fil-A will close its mall location Dec. 31 after 34 years, with no relocation planned; the mall’s owner expects to close the struggling property in 2027.
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