April 9, 2026 - Below is a message from Chris Hamilton, President, West Virginia Coal Association:

To: WVCA Membership

From: Chris Hamilton 

Re: Annual Mining Symposium and Coal Show Success 

A special "Thank You" to our sponsors, speakers, and attendees of the Association's Annual Mining Symposium and Congratulations to our Mine Safety and Environmental Excellence Award winners and Coal Hall of Fame Inductees.

Here for your perusal is a recap of the event and press releases for the awards and Hall of Fame inductees. 

Also, please go to https://www.flickr.com/photos/friendsofcoal/albums/72177720332859526 for the event photo gallery.

On behalf of Jessie and Jason, who put in double duty all spring to make this Symposium a huge success, we thank you for your support and involvement. 

Please give one of us a call (304-342-4153) if you need additional information and thanks for your continued support.