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For over 125 years, Eagle Manufacturing has been a vital part of West Virginia’s industrial heritage, growing from humble beginnings into a global leader in industrial safety products. Founded in 1894 in Wellsburg by three brothers—James, Harry, and Samuel Paull—along with their brother-in-law, W.C. Jacob, the company started as a decorative glass factory. Over the…

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WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced that Babcock & Wilcox (B&W), a global leader in energy and environmental technologies, is making a $125 million investment in Mason County.  “This is a tremendous win for West Virginia, Mason County, and our entire state,” Gov. Justice said. “Babcock & Wilcox’s decision to bring their technology and expertise…

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WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced that HandCraft Services, a leading provider of medical linen and apparel products, will be investing $59 million to open a new facility in Berkeley County, creating 220 new jobs. “The decision for HandCraft Services to invest in Berkeley County is a testament to the strength and potential of…

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WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced that Prime 6, a leading innovator in sustainable wood products, will establish a new manufacturing facility in Buckhannon. This significant $35 million investment is expected to create 75 jobs in the region. “I am extremely proud to welcome Prime 6 to Upshur County and West Virginia,” Gov. Justice…

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CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West Virginia Office of Energy (WVOE) announced today it will host a virtual public input session on August 26, 2024, at 10:00 A.M., to solicit community feedback on the state’s Home Energy Rebate Programs, which are funded by the U.S. Department of Energy under the Inflation Reduction Act. The Home Energy Rebate…

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