Mingo County Water Turnaround | Charleston News

Charleston West Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 11, 2026 · 1m

Mingo County, West Virginia, is finally turning the corner on its water crisis—thanks to new leadership. After years of record-breaking violations and boil-water notices, Chris Varney, promoted to director after a state investigation, has slashed problems and restored service faster. With decades of experience under his belt, Varney’s first year was about stopping the bleeding—now, leaks are being fixed, pumps are staying up, and violations are down. While he insists the water is safe, some residents still report discoloration, so he’s urging them to contact the PSD directly instead of social…