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Valley North Project Divides West Virginia | Charleston News
A massive 260-mile transmission line, the Valley North Project, threatens fifteen West Virginia counties as it aims to power Northern Virginia and Maryland’s growing energy needs. While companies like First Energy and Dominion Energy tout it as essential infrastructure, longtime landowners are furious—calling it an “extension cord” for data centers that will slash property values and steal their land. One third-generation farmer is rallying neighbors to resist, while company reps promise to work with residents and explore routes to minimize damage. Public meetings are underway, but final…
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