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Gov. Justice signs four coal-related bills at John Amos Power Plant in Putnam County

PUTNAM COUNTY, WV — Gov. Jim Justice signed four bills all related to West Virginia’s Coal industry today. The ceremony took place in front of a packed room at the John Amos Power Plant in Putnam County. The John Amos Plant has a nameplate rating of 2,933 MW, making it the largest generating plant in the Read More…

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Cabell, Putnam and Roane declared for State of Emergency

CHARLESTON, WV –Gov. Jim Justice has declared a State of Emergency for Cabell, Putnam, and Roane counties due to heavy rainfall yesterday that caused significant local flooding. Click here to view the State of Emergency proclamation​ A severe rainstorm caused flooding, power outages, and road blockages across all three counties. Further severe rainstorms are expected in the coming Read More…