The West Virginia Senate Economic Development Committee approved a bill that would set up a new authority board, called the West Virginia Advanced Energy and Economic Corridor Authority, to foster economic and infrastructure development in McDowell, Mercer, Mingo and Wayne counties. The bill advanced after the committee removed a provision that required a commitment to a net-zero carbon footprint.
This year’s 40 Under 40 honorees are high-caliber professionals from a variety of industries who are making significant impacts in their professions and communities.