Thursday, June 20 2013 4:36 AM EDT2013-06-20 08:36:05 GMT
On this West Virginia Day, a very nice day is expected for the state. Highs in the lower 80s with lots of sun and a few clouds. A stray mountain storm popping up in the afternoon can't be ruled out.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:50 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:50:07 GMT
Responding to Appalachian Power's proposal to buy parts of three coal generating units, intervenors filed June 18 with the West Virginia PSC recommending that just one unit is enough for now.
Responding to Appalachian Power's proposal to buy parts of three coal generating units, intervenors filed June 18 with the West Virginia PSC recommending that just one unit is enough for now.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:23 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:23:00 GMT
VICKI SMITH Associated Press JULIAN, W.Va. (AP) - Orange flames lick at the roof of the coal mine, heat building and visibility dropping as smoke begins to fill the underground passageway. Then, with
Orange flames lick at the roof of the coal mine, heat building and visibility dropping as smoke begins to fill the underground passageway. Then, with the push of a few buttons on a hand-held remote, the flames flicker out, the smoke dissipates and the lights come on. The roar of fire is replaced by the trickle of nearby water.
Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:00 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:00:23 GMT
In a news release Wednesday, Sen. Jay Rockefeller, D-WV, threw his support behind an effort to update digital black lung screening standards. Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Workers'
In a news release Wednesday, Sen. Jay Rockefeller, D-WV, threw his support behind an effort to update digital black lung screening standards.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:29 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:29:23 GMT
HUNTINGTON - A new Marshall University energy project will demonstrate hydroelectric power using acid mine drainage from coal mining as its source of energy. Marshall University's Center for Environmental,
A new Marshall University energy project will demonstrate hydroelectric power using acid mine drainage from coal mining as its source of energy.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:35 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:35:02 GMT
As domestic use of coal slows and gas resources expand so rapidly that prices have plummeted to historic lows, the nation's fossil fuel giants are looking across the ocean for a solution.
As domestic use of coal slows and gas resources expand so rapidly that prices have plummeted to historic lows, the nation's fossil fuel giants are looking across the ocean for a solution.
A former agency deputy will take over at the top spot in the West Virginia Office of Miners' Health, Safety and Training.
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin appointed Eugene White, deputy director under the retiring C.A. Phillips, to director position.
"I'm very pleased to announce Eugene White will take over as Director of the Office of Miners' Health, Safety and Training," Tomblin said. "Eugene, a former coal miner, has served the public for many years in the OMHS&T. He has made important contributions to mine safety as the Deputy Director. He has also been an integral part of the State's Mine Emergency Team. I know that as Director he will continue to work tirelessly to improve the safety of coal mines across West Virginia. Eugene has the respect and support of our miners and our companies. He will do a great job."
White was formerly deputy director and an inspector at the OMHS&T. He has been at the office since 2001 and was a member of the State's Mine Emergency Team.
Phillips officially directed the agency since August 2011 but led the agency in an acting position for that. He worked for the agency since 2001.
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