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OMEGA is a West Virginia-based organization dedicated to supporting and advancing the business interests of the state’s petroleum marketing, retail grocery, and convenience store industries.

As a network of over 225 locally owned businesses, OMEGA actively promotes cooperation, advocates for favorable legislation, and provides education and resources to its members. With over 50,000 employees, OMEGA members significantly contribute to the state’s economy, generating more than 10% of all state taxes and supporting local communities through scholarships, charitable donations, and civic involvement.

OMEGA is committed to fostering industry growth while serving West Virginians with essential services like fuel, food, and convenience.

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Your Essential Connection in West Virginia

OMEGA offers three types of membership: Convenience Store Members, Petroleum Marketer Members, and Grocer Members, all of which play a vital role in providing fuel, food, and essentials across West Virginia. As a liaison with state and national agencies, OMEGA works closely with organizations like NACS, PMAA, FMI, and the N.G.A. to advocate on behalf of its members.

We keep members informed through newsletters, legislative updates, an online resource hub, and educational seminars. Additional member benefits include access to the Encova Workers’ Compensation Discount Program and participation in our annual Trade Expo and fundraising efforts for children’s charities. OMEGA is here to support, advocate, and enhance the success of our industry members.

Details: Press; September 23, 2014

Proclamation
by Governor Earl Ray Tomblin

Whereas, West Virginia law prohibits the sale of tobacco and other age-restricted products to persons under the age of 18; and

Whereas, the West Virginia Oil Marketers and Grocers Association and the West Virginia Wholesalers Association will participate in "We Card" Awareness Month, a retail education and training effort to boost West Virginia retailers' awareness of and participation in responsible retailing efforts to comply with federal, state and local laws and identify, prevent and deny tobacco and other age-restricted product sales to minors; and

Details: Press; July 08, 2014

House Speaker Tim Miley (D-Harrison, 48) said state officials do need to address, what he calls, the “unintended consequences” of the the Above Ground Storage Act — the legislation written in response to the Jan. 9 Freedom Industries chemical spill that contaminated tap water in parts of nine counties.

“There are some consequences that impact, primarily, small operators that I don’t think were fully appreciated and considered as we were passing what many considered a monumental piece of legislation here in West Virginia,” Miley admitted on Tuesday’s MetroNews “Talkline.”

Details: Press; June 19, 2014

Charleston, WV – The West Virginia Oil Marketers & Grocers Association (OMEGA), an organization representing convenience stores, independent grocers and petroleum marketers across West Virginia, raised $88,827 to help the children and families cared for by the Children’s Home Society of West Virginia during the “Every Child Deserves A Loving Home” Campaign, organization representatives announced today.

“Our members – the hundreds of local convenience and grocery stores West Virginians shop in every day – are very proud of this effort to make a difference in children’s lives and we are very appreciative of the public who truly supported this campaign,” said Jan Vineyard, President of OMEGA.

Details: Press; May 28, 2014

During the Second Special Session of the West Virginia Legislature, we were very happy to usher through the correction of the new minimum wage law, however, due to the OMEGA staff being out of the office last week for a conference, we failed to communicate our efforts and results. We apologize for the delay of this update and hope you find the below information beneficial.

Last week, the West Virginia Legislature met for its Second Special Session to consider Senate Bill 2005 and House Bill 201, which make changes to the recently-signed minimum wage increase. HB 4283, which was signed by the Governor in April, raises the minimum wage to $8.00 beginning on January 1, 2015 and $8.75 beginning on January 1, 2016. Additionally, in the regular session, the federal exemptions were removed, meaning that employers who were accustomed to following federal minimum wage guidelines would have to start following state guidelines.

Details: Press; May 27, 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Kelley Gillenwater May 28, 2014 Office: 304-926-0442; Mobile: 304-561-8996

In preparation for the aboveground storage tank registration process, the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is asking tank owners to take steps to help streamline the process – for both the agency and the registrants. Namely, the agency is asking that tank owners who aren’t already signed up for online registration do so starting immediately.

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Supporting West Virginia Communities

OMEGA members play a vital role in West Virginia, supporting communities through substantial tax contributions and a wide-reaching presence across the state. With over 55% of the population living in border counties, our members are dedicated to serving both local and regional needs. Beyond business, we’re proud to give back, having contributed over $3.1 million to children’s charities since 2003, reflecting our commitment to making a positive difference.