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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.
Workforce Shortage Solutions
The health care industry is currently facing a severe workforce shortage. Coupled with the increased challenges of inflation, hospital closures in rural areas and increased pressure and burnout among workers, the shortage is causing industry leaders, health care educators and the business community to look for ways to fill the gap.
Hurdles to Health
Access to high-quality health care is an essential element in fostering healthy and prosperous communities and families. Moreover, the capacity of a health care system can make or break the growth and development of a given state. In reality, no one wants to move to, raise a family or start a business in an area without access to quality health care.
Changing the Narrative
It is no secret West Virginia consistently finds itself listed as one of the least healthy states. In a world where Band-Aids cover up deeply rooted health issues instead of looking to the source for healing, true wellness can be difficult to achieve. However, this story can be rewritten, and many organizations throughout the state have dedicated themselves to improving the health and well-being of West Virginia’s people.
WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital
Albert Wright Jr., president and CEO of the West Virginia University (WVU) Health System, came to the Mountain State in 2014 prepared to grow the health care network, which is now the largest one in the state, to include all West Virginians—even the smallest ones.
Accelerating Education
For Brad Smith, home is where the heart is, and his heart has always been among the hills of Appalachia. Smith grew up in the small town of Kenova, WV, and was raised on southern hospitality, a humble attitude and a deeply rooted sense of honesty that he says is unique to the Appalachian people.
Introducing the Young Guns Class of 2023
Whether it be through their astute ability to make the most of any situation, awe-inspiring passion for helping others or abundant love of community, true leaders are easy to spot. As we introduce the newest class of Young Guns, we see in them each of these qualities, along with a desire to push the state of West Virginia forward on a trajectory of continued success and lasting prosperity.
A Commitment to Service
A commitment to service and a sense of patriotism are often byproducts of living in West Virginia. Mountaineers are loyal and selfless, and it is no surprise that these values draw in defense industry companies dedicated to creating and maintaining apparatus for the U.S. military and its allies.
National Teacher Shortage
Education has been a hot topic across West Virginia over the last several years. Issues such as strikes, charter schools and the impact of COVID-19 on our students have garnered the attention of many. Now the state is facing a new challenge as many turn their attention to the issue of teacher shortages on the rise.
