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By announcing imminent restrictions on carbon emissions from power plants that exceed the capabilities of current technology, this administration will impose bureaucratic mandates with no regard for the people and communities of West Virginia that depend on coal and the inexpensive energy it creates for their very existence and survival.
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Cabela's Honors "Hometown Heroes" on June 26-29 with the Cabela's "Star Spangled Banner Celebration"
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Event to thank those who protect and power America
Cabela’s, Wheeling, West Virginia (June 18, 2013) – Cabela’s stores nationwide will honor the contributions of those who serve our country and communities. Cabela’s in Wheeling, West Virginia will also pay tribute to the men and women who work in the coal, natural gas and oil industry by offering employee pricing to all veterans, active duty military and reserves, law enforcement, firefighters, EMS personnel, and Coal and Energy workers beginning Wednesday, June 26 through Saturday, June 29th. The Hometown Heroes event at Wheeling Cabela’s recognizes the service and sacrifice of those who protect and power America.
“Cabela’s values the contributions of our nation’s military and service personnel,” said Cabela’s Chief Executive Officer Tommy Millner. “Making them honorary employees, and extending our employee discount to them as we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, is our way of saying thank you for keeping us safe.”
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McKinley Defends Coal Exports Against Witness Who Says Coal Should Stay “In the Ground”
Washington, D.C. — Yesterday at a hearing on exporting American coal and natural gas, Rep. David B. McKinley, P.E. (R-WV) took on a witness with extreme anti-coal views and pointed out the devastating impact his position would have on the economy of West Virginia and the United States.
“Opponents of coal exports talk about the impact on climate change, but their true goal is to stop using coal,” said Rep. McKinley. “This would destroy thousands of jobs in West Virginia and across the country and send utility bills skyrocketing. Coal exports are critical to the health of our economy.”
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Demand is there, but W.Va. suffering from cuts in production
WHEELING - The coal industry's troubles have been well documented over the past few years, but West Virginia Coal Association Vice President Chris Hamilton said he believes the worldwide need for coal can provide the industry somewhat of a silver lining for decades to come.
"There is a tremendous need for coal to be exported, but there is no guarantee we will be providing it," Hamilton told the Rotary Club of Wheeling on Tuesday.
He cited both positive and negative factors influencing today's coal industry.
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