SUMMARY: West Virginia’s Calhoun County Schools became the first in the state to implement solar energy, installing over 1,000 solar panels across two schools. The project is expected to save the district \$740,000 over 25 years. The initiative not only cuts energy costs but also provides valuable learning opportunities for students, such as hands-on projects in energy and power classes. The district received a \$75,000 grant for the installation. While a proposed bill to limit solar contracts to five years was defeated, the district’s success is driving interest in expanding solar initiatives in other counties.

Calhoun County Schools was the first school system in West Virginia to go solar as two of its schools now rely on more than 1,000 solar panels to help offset electricity costs. The panels and new system just went live this school year and are already powering both savings and learning.

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SUMMARY: The West Virginia Department of Highways proposed two options for the Taz Valley Road widening project: adding a two-way left turn lane or constructing four roundabouts. Many local business owners, including Rebecca Stratton of Sprout Salon and the Dairy Queen owner, are strongly opposed to the roundabouts. These roundabouts would take over much of their properties, including the Dairy Queen’s location. Both businesses have gathered thousands of signatures against the plan. Local community members are also expressing their concerns, with little support for the roundabouts. A public meeting on May 19 will allow residents to voice their opinions.

Businesses concerned about proposed roundabouts

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SUMMARY: The US and China have agreed to significant tariff reductions after intense trade war talks, announced by Treasury Secretary Scott Besson in Geneva. President Trump had previously imposed a 145% tariff on Chinese goods, countered by China’s 125% tariff on US goods, severely disrupting trade. This truce, part of a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs, aims to ease economic damage affecting American businesses and consumers. Though details will be released soon, President Trump insists on maintaining tariffs above 10% to ensure fair trade. The deal marks a crucial step toward restoring the world’s largest trade partnership.

The United States and China agreed on Monday to cut back most of their recent tariffs for a 90-day truce in President Donald Trump’s trade war.

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