I support coal because, it has provided my family job security over the years and it's a resource West Virginia has in abundance. As you know coal mining is a dangerous business, but an honorable profession. In order for us to compete in the world theater of economics, coal is the pathway and the only pathway for this country to survive. If you think about it coal is basically what developed this country into what it is today. I'm a proud West Virginian and speak loud and clear for our state and the folks that power this great country we live in. God bless our heritage and our independence and to those we have lost. Goooooooooooooo Mountaineer's!” - Mark Clemons, Princeton, WV
Hillman Racing and Eddie Asbury advanced the Association and the Friends of Coal logos on the #27 truck in Friday night's race in Charlotte. A press release announcing the representation and a picture of the #27 truck is included below. We appreciate Hillman and Eddie bringing national attention to the Association and the Friends of Coal as the race was broadcast on the Speed Channel Friday evening.
The 2013 Friends of Coal Auto Fair is set for July 19-21st at the YMCA Paul Cline Memorial Sports Complex in Beckley, WV. More than 50,000 people from all over the country are expected throughout the weekend to take in the car show, carnival rides, live music, special performance, surprise guests and festival food. Sponsorship opportunities are available and more up-to-date information can be accessed by visiting: www.
In our continuing partnership with the WV Secondary Schools Activities Commission (SSAC) we have the opportunity to present the State Championship and Runners-up trophies to the final two teams and/or individuals in the championship events for each of the three classes (A, AA, AAA) in each sport. The individuals on each team also receive a Friends of Coal plaque to commemorate their and their team's achievements. We encourage our members to participate in these presentations and the remaining events include the following. Several members have already indicated their interest in participating and are noted in parenthesis. Please let Sandi know (304-342-4153) ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) if you or any of your employees would have an interest in participating·
· SOFTBALL (May 22-23) Vienna, Jackson Park
· BASEBALL (May 30-June 1) Charleston, Appalachian Power Park
CONCORD, N.C. – Hillman Racing today announced that the West Virginia Coal Association and the Friends of Coal organization will be the primary marketing partners on the No. 27 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series entry driven by Team 7 Motorsports driver Jeff Agnew at Charlotte Motor Speedway for Friday night’s N.C. Education Lottery 200.
Located in Charleston, W.Va., the West Virginia Coal Association is a trade association representing more than 90 percent of the state's underground and surface coal mine production. Its purpose is to have a unified voice representing the state's coal industry as well as increase emphasis on coal as a reliable energy source to help the nation achieve energy independence.
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The Friends of Coal/Charleston Gazette Relays were held at Laidley Field recently in Charleston. The event featured track and field teams from across the state. It has become a major event in the state’s high school track and field schedule, while also attracting participants from Ohio. Thanks to Pritchard Mining for making sure the Friends of Coal has a named place in this all-star event.
