FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Saturday, November 23, 2024
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West Virginia Week in Review
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Gov. Justice, Sen. Capito, Kevin O’Leary break ground on $35 million manufacturing facility in Marion County
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Gov. Justice, alongside Sen. Shelley Moore Capito and Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary, broke ground on Prime 6’s new manufacturing facility in Fairmont. The $35 million investment is expected to create 75-100 jobs in North Central West Virginia.
Prime 6 is known for its innovative approach to upcycling wood waste, turning it into high-quality products for the hospitality industry. Its charcoal alternative products are USDA certified, meeting industry standards for excellence.
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"Today, West Virginia is putting another stake in the sand with Prime 6," Gov. Justice said. "I've had countless conversations with Kevin and the team at Prime 6 about bringing their manufacturing facility to West Virginia, and it's truly an honor to be here today, seeing it become a reality. We faced some challenges with Prime 6's location that could have derailed this entire thing. But we knew we weren't going to let that happen. We got tougher, we worked harder—that's the West Virginia way. What Prime 6 will find here is a community of dedicated workers, skilled craftsmen, and good-hearted folks. We'll never forget the investment you've made in our Fairmont community, and that's what makes West Virginia the place to be. We are truly humbled you believe in West Virginia, Fairmont, and our communities. Thank you to Kevin, Prime 6, and everyone in this room who has helped lead us to this incredible milestone."
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Gov. Justice, Secretary Wriston announce completion of I-64 Nitro bridge and widening project, largest Roads to Prosperity
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Gov. Justice, alongside Transportation Secretary Jimmy Wriston, announced the grand opening of the Nitro-St. Albans bridge project, the largest Roads to Prosperity investment in state history.
This transformative $254 million project eliminates a significant bottleneck on Interstate 64, paving the way for smoother travel and enhanced safety for drivers.
“Today’s celebration nearly brings me to tears because what we’ve accomplished is truly unbelievable,” Gov. Justice said. “When we first set out on the Roads to Prosperity journey, many thought it would never work. Now, here we are today. We have run through the finish line on the largest Roads to Prosperity project in state history. A project of this magnitude would not have been possible a few years ago, but we all believed in the vision and pulled the rope together. West Virginia’s rocketship ride is soaring like never before.”
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Gov. Justice attends groundbreaking ceremony for WVSU agriculture research lab
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Gov. Justice announces nearly $29 million in AML grant recommendations
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Gov. Justice announced the recommendation of 12 Abandoned Mine Lands Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program projects that will utilize $28.6 million in federal grant funding for economic development at abandoned mine land sites across the state.
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“The dollars we’ve invested to revive our abandoned mines are helping transform West Virginia’s tourism economy,” Gov. Justice said. “These lands are now becoming a whole new kind of treasure—tourism spots and job hubs. We’re taking the beautiful land God gave us here in West Virginia and using it to show the world why we’re one of the top tourist destinations around.”
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First Lady Cathy Justice concludes final 2024 Communities In Schools Advisory Council meeting
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First Lady Cathy Justice hosted the final Communities In Schools (CIS) Advisory Council meeting of 2024, bringing together leaders dedicated to removing barriers to education and empowering West Virginia’s students.
First Lady Justice opened the meeting by reflecting on the year’s successes and expressing her gratitude to the Advisory Council for their commitment to CIS.
“Bringing Communities In Schools to all 55 counties in West Virginia has been one of the most meaningful achievements of my time as First Lady,” First Lady Cathy Justice said. “This program is about giving every student the tools and support they need to succeed, no matter where they live. I am so proud of the countless individuals—educators, coordinators, volunteers, and supporters—who have worked tirelessly to make this vision a reality. Together, we have strengthened the foundation for a brighter future for our children and our state.”
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