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Thursday, May 21, 2026 · Elkins
Gas Producers Plan Major Drilling Expansion in Harrison, Doddridge Counties
A consortium of natural gas producers plans major drilling and pipeline upgrades across Harrison and Doddridge counties, tying new Marcellus Shale wells into existing infrastructure.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Read StoryNew River Gorge draws record 1.8M visitors, fueling $1.2B tourism economy across southern West Virginia
New River Gorge drew 1.8 million visitors in 2024, generating $1.2 billion in spending across southern West Virginia and supporting over 1,000 tourism jobs.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Form Energy Hires First Workers at Weirton Battery Plant
Form Energy has begun hiring West Virginia workers at its Weirton battery factory as construction advances toward commercial production, part of a project promising 750 permanent jobs.
Thursday, May 21, 2026