Severe Weather & Community Response: Torrential rains triggered flash flooding across West Virginia, washing out bridges and forcing dozens of water rescues; Gov. Patrick Morrisey declared a statewide emergency for all 55 counties and deployed hundreds of National Guard troops and helicopters, with three shelters opening for more than 100 residents. Local Relief Efforts: WVRC Media Charleston is hosting a flood relief supply drive Friday (8 a.m.-6 p.m.) at 1111 Virginia St. E, collecting water, non-perishable food, cleaning and hygiene items, towels/blankets, and resealable five-gallon buckets. Safety Warnings: Officials are urging residents to watch for disaster-related scams, noting FEMA and SBA won’t ask for money or bank info to apply for aid. Music & Live Events: Alison Krauss & Union Station (with Jerry Douglas) are set for a sold-out stop at the State Theatre Center for the Arts in Easton on July 20. Food Recall: Fresh & Ready Foods recalled certain Sprig & Sprout and Fresh & Ready spicy breakfast burritos due to undeclared soy; distribution includes West Virginia. Business/Entrepreneurship: The SBA launched a $6M Women’s Business Center modernization push, including West Virginia, to expand counseling, training, and capital access. Sports Spotlight: The New York Giants’ 2026 training camp lands at The Greenbrier (July 28-Aug. 8) while the team adjusts to new coach John Harbaugh’s tougher workload.