By Go North Alliance 

The Go North Alliance has been busy taking the Go North message to the governor and to the citizens of Tucker County.  

On April 1, 2026, a group of Go North supporters drove across the state to Charleston to deliver 3000 petitions to Governor Morrisey! Judy, Matt, and Saundra all passionately spoke to the press about the advantages of a northern alternative for Corridor H, and their words and images were broadcast on TV, social media, and in written publications.  

One particularly great moment that was captured by the news was Matt wheeling six boxes containing 3,000 signed petitions into the reception room for the Governor (photo below). 

Then, on April 7, 2026, the Go North Alliance held two public information meetings at the senior center in Thomas. It was a chance to get informed, ask questions, and help shape a better path forward… one that puts our communities and the Blackwater Canyon first.  

Hugh Rogers explained the project’s long-winded history, highlighting some of the bumps along the way. Hugh is a member of Corridor H Alternatives and a Board Member of the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy. He’s been fighting for the best route for Corridor H for the past 30 years and worked on the original Settlement Agreement, which was finalized in 2000. 

It’s all about trails… Matt Marcus gave a great talk on our recreational economy, breaking down why trails are the biggest reason people come here: biking, hiking, fishing, hunting, kayaking, and skiing all depend on them. Our mountaintop is loaded with trails – some that cross the county, some that cross states, some that cross the country – all of which come together here on top of our mountain. The least damaging route for our trail system is the Northern Route for Corridor H.  

The Go North Alliance is planning another community informational event sometime in May. Stay tuned for more details.