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OP-ED: No power, no paychecks, Why West Virginia's grid matters

Published in The Dominion Post on February 22, 2026

Across the state, employers already juggle competition, workforce short-ages, and supply chain delays. Power should not be another variable. Yet for many businesses, it is.

Craig Blair: WV's energy legacy will continue (Opinion)

Published in the Archive on January 30, 2026

West Virginia’s economic future depends on reliable, affordable electricity.

That is no longer theoretical. It is now a governing principle shared by the White House, the Department of Energy, and several governors across the region, including Gov. Patrick Morrisey.

It’s Time to Power Up West Virginia’s Future

December 27, 2025

Transmission is the Energy Highway that powers America. West Virginia has always been an energy state. For generations, our coal, gas, and electricity have powered America.

Former Senate President Craig Blair takes helm of energy coalition

November 18, 2025

West Virginians for Reliable and Affordable Energy, a coalition focused on strengthening the state’s electric grid, has appointed former Senate President Craig Blair as executive director.

Delaying large-scale transmission increases costs and reduces benefits for consumers

November, 2025

A new report from Grid Strategies quantifies how delays in developing large-scale transmission affect consumers and the broader economy.