West Virginia Water Deal Heads to Hearing | Charleston News

West Virginia American Water is eyeing a $34 million deal to buy Bluefield’s sewer system, with most funds going toward West Virginia assets—though the infrastructure isn’t officially “distressed.” The Virginia portion will be handled by an affiliate due to out-of-state ownership rules. Current rates, set through 2028, will stay in place, after which customers switch to the buyer’s standard rates—with the West Virginia Public Service Commission overseeing both states’ pricing under a quirky Virginia law. An evidentiary hearing just wrapped up, following public comments, and the commission holds the final say on whether this merger moves forward. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1f9b14c17fb415ab