Blackhawk Mining

04/07/2026

Happy Independence Day from Blackhawk Mining!

Today, we celebrate the freedoms that unite us and honor the men and women who have helped protect them.

As you enjoy time with family and friends, we wish you a safe, happy, and memorable Fourth of July. Thank you to our hardworking employees, customers, and communities for all you do.

Have a safe and joyful Independence Day!

❤️🤍💙

21/06/2026

19/06/2026

🎉🎉🎉Calling all Blackhawk employees!🎉🎉🎉

Don’t miss the chance to join us for a fun and festive night at the annual WV Coal Festival tomorrow night on June 20, 2026 ! 🎆

We have some awesome perks for you:
Free meal tickets to enjoy delicious food at Juanita's 🍽️
Multiple drawings for exciting door prizes 🎁
A sneak peek at the new mining equipment we will have on display 🚜

So mark your calendars and join us tomorrow night on Main Street for Blackhawk Night! We can’t wait to see you there! 😊

08/06/2026

We are proud to recognize a number of our Blackhawk operations for their outstanding achievement in earning 43rd Annual Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association Awards at this year’s West Virginia State Council Meeting.

These awards reflect an unwavering commitment to safety, operational excellence, and accountability across our teams.

Congratulations to the following operations:

2025 Deputy Director’s Operational Achievement Award
🏆Rockwell Mining, LLC – Wells Prep Plant and Loadout

Additional Safety Recognition Award Winners:
🏆Blue Creek Mining, LLC – Blue Creek No. 1 Mine
🏆Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC – Coalburg No. 1 Mine
🏆Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC – North Eagle Mine
🏆Panther Creek Mining, LLC – Sycamore South Mine
🏆Panther Creek Mining, LLC – Samples Mine
🏆Panther Creek Mining, LLC – C**n Hollow Tunnel Mine
🏆Panther Creek Mining, LLC – Wi******er 2 Mine
🏆Panther Creek Mining, LLC – American Eagle Mine (Speed)
🏆Panther Creek Mining, LLC – Wet Branch Plant (Coal Clean)
🏆Rockwell Mining, LLC – Glancy Surface Mine
🏆Rockwell Mining, LLC – Rock Lick Prep Plant
🏆Rockwell Mining, LLC – Coal Branch No. 2 Mine
🏆Rockwell Mining, LLC – Coal Branch No. 1 Mine
🏆Rockwell Mining, LLC – Workman Branch Surface Mine

In addition to these operational accomplishments, several individuals were honored for their leadership and long standing commitment to safety:

2025 Coal Safety Leader – Co Winner
🏆Chris Prater – VP Operations, Rockwell Mining, LLC

2025 Director’s Special Recognition Award
🏆Robbie Dehart – VP Preparation, Pine Branch Mining, LLC

2025 Individual Safety Achievement Award (30+ Years No LTA)
🏆Norman Hill – Superintendent, Rockwell Mining, LLC - Coal Branch No. 2 Mine
🏆Roger McKinney – Superintendent, Rockwell Mining, LLC – Matewan Tunnel
🏆Kenneth Stepp – Retired Foreman, Rockwell Mining, LLC

Thank you to all of our teams and leaders for making safety a core value. Your continued focus and accountability set the standard for our organization.

05/06/2026

🥇Join us in congratulating Bethany Howerton on being named the Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association National Woman of the Year.🥇

This is a fantastic and well‑deserved recognition of the impact Bethany makes every day as a Safety Trainer for the Blackhawk operations . Her passion for safety, commitment to training, and dedication to helping others do their jobs the right way truly set her apart.

Bethany plays an important role in strengthening our safety culture, and this honor reflects the difference she makes across our Teams.

We are incredibly proud to have her on the Blackhawk Team. Congratulations, Bethany, on this outstanding achievement.

17/04/2026

⏰ Friendly Reminder to All Employees and Spouses: Don’t Miss Out on Your 2026 Wellness Rewards!

Have you registered for the Blackhawk Wellness Program powered by WellRight & BluMine Health yet?

✅ Complete wellness activities
✅ Earn points for preventive care, fitness, and education
✅ Earn up to $500 in gift cards (every 1,000 points = $100!)

Whether it’s completing your Health Risk Assessment, tracking daily steps, or scheduling preventive exams, small actions add up to big rewards.

📲 Don’t forget: You can manage everything through the WellRight Mobile App — even on the go!
👫 Spouses can participate to earn rewards too.
👉 Log in, start earning points, and make the most of your wellness benefits!

If you need a new registration link or you have any questions, you can reach out to your local HR representative or you can email: [email protected].

10/04/2026

Blackhawk was well represented at the 2026 WV Mining Symposium and Coal Show in Charleston, WV. During the event, numerous Blackhawk locations were recognized for their 2025 safety and environmental achievements.

As a company we were one of the tops winners at the event, which is a true testament to the commitment, professionalism, and hard work of our employees.

Below is the full list of our award winners.

The Governor's Milestone of Safety - Bart B. Lay Jr. Award
➡Rockwell Mining, LLC - Glancy Surface Mine

Mountaineer Guardian Awards
➡ Blue Creek Mining, LLC - Blue Creek No. 1 Mine
➡ Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC - South Hollow Plant
➡ Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC - North Eagle Mine
➡ Panther Creek Mining, LLC - Sycamore South Mine
➡ Panther Creek Mining, LLC - Maple Eagle Plant
➡ Panther Creek Mining, LLC - Wi******er 2 Mine
➡ Panther Creek Mining, LLC - American Eagle Mine (Speed)
➡ Panther Creek Mining, LLC - Wet Branch Plant (Coal Clean)
➡ Rockwell Mining, LLC - Coal Branch No. 2 Mine

Exemplary Reclamation of Underground Operations
➡ Kanawha Eagle Mining, LLC - Coalburg No. 1 Mine