Future of Coal in West Virginia Faces Climate and Energy Shifts
The Exponent Telegram surveys West Virginia amid a national move toward cleaner energy. Lawmakers seek stricter rules while industry advocates push for cleaner coal and early renewable deployment. Cap and trade could slash coal use, risking jobs and higher electricity costs. Supporters note carbon capture lags and costs, while locals like Matt Sherald promote residential solar and wind to diversify energy.
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Jackson County
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Pimby
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Crowded GOP Senate field in West Virginia heats up
In Morgantown AP reports a crowded Republican field seeks Byrd’s seat in the August 28 special primary. Ten candidates, including Lynette McQuain, John Raese, Andrew Warner, and Ken Hechler, tout working-class roots while promising to oppose Obama agenda and cap reform. The winner faces Manchin or another Democrat in November to fill Byrd’s term.
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U.S
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Barack Obama
GOP
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Washington
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Sherri Fletcher
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Charles Town
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Buckhannon
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Raeseforsenate
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Virginia man dies trapped on fence after climb
Newport News police report a 26 year old man died after his head became caught between two vertical fence bars while he climbed a metal fence at a business after an argument with his girlfriend. He was pronounced dead at the scene and his body sent to the medical examiner in Norfolk for cause of death. Identity not released.
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West Virginia
WV Republican Senate contenders eye Byrd seat primary
A slate of seven candidates seeks the GOP nomination for the U.S. Senate seat long held by the late Robert Byrd. Campaigns span WV, CA, and NY with bids by Bruner, Culp, Howard, Kubic, McQuain, Raese, Rebich, Ressler, Warner, and Williams. primary Aug. 28. General election set for Nov. 2 against three Democrats.
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