From Coal Country to D.C.
Growing up in the small coal mining community of Mingo County, WV, Chris Williamson, assistant secretary of labor for the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), is a tried-and-true Mountaineer. Even after moving to the Washington, D.C., area, he continues to be mindful of his rich Appalachian roots and proud of his extensive coal mining lineage.
Built for Nuclear Power
West Virginia is poised to enhance its reputation as an energy powerhouse. Empowered with changes in both federal and state laws, innovative thinkers and political leaders are preparing to welcome nuclear energy as part of the state’s energy portfolio, a move that can bring sustainable jobs with life-changing wages and possibilities.
The Stability of the PJM Grid
Everyone knows with the holiday season comes a multitude of dazzling Christmas lights, brightly lit decorations and a need for warmth as the cold, wintry weather sets in. In December 2022, an extreme, unprecedented drop in temperature forced excessive use of indoor heat by consumers and strained the regional transmission organization (RTO) that coordinates the movement of wholesale electricity in all or parts of 13 states, including West Virginia and the District of Columbia.
World Trade Problems
War, conflict, economic sanctions, extreme weather and global pandemics can all affect international trade. However, the overall impact on international sales can take time to determine.
Red Wave
The year is 2000. Texas’ republican Governor George W. Bush was just elected president by a narrow margin defeating democrat incumbent Vice President Al Gore of Tennessee. Republican Cecil Underwood is nearing the end of his term as governor in West Virginia where the democrats hold a 28-6 super majority in the Senate and a 75-25 super majority in the House.
2023 West Virginia Executive Health Care Hall of Fame
The success of the Mountain State depends on the health and well-being of its people. Healthy people mean productive workplaces, flourishing communities and a higher quality of life for individuals. A dedicated health care industry is necessary to achieve this, and West Virginia is fortunate to have many industry professionals devoted to caring for West Virginians’ health.