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Ames Goldsmith Catalyst Refiners Chemical Catastrophe Injures Workers A serious chemical emergency has been reported at the Ames Goldsmith Catalyst Refiners facility between Nitro and Institute, leaving multiple individuals receiving treatment at local hospitals.  According to officials, the incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. on April 22, 2026,  and involved an acid-based chemical, later identified as…

Problems with Water Quality Contamination near Gas and Oil Drilling Sites The oil and gas industry in West Virginia was significant in our past and is vital to our future. Presently, the state of West Virginia is anticipating tremendous economic growth as the oil and gas industry develops. Not only are thousands of jobs being…