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Mammoth Cave Cuts and Child Welfare Insights for Local Families

Mammoth Cave Cuts and Child Welfare Insights for Local Families

New Human Services Secretary Discusses Child Welfare And Effect Of Federal Cuts Are Felt At Mammoth Cave, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Tuesday, March 11, 2025 By Staff In this episode of West Virginia Morning from West Virginia Public Broadcasting, the impact of federal job cuts on

Local Leaders Push for Enhanced Spay & Neuter Programs

Local Leaders Push for Enhanced Spay & Neuter Programs

Spay & Neuter Programs Need State Support And Reporters Discuss A Statewide Camping Ban, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Monday, March 10, 2025 By Staff In this episode of West Virginia Morning, the discussion centers on the estimated 118,000 stray cats in the state, with advocates

Harpers Ferry Sees Record Park Visitation Amid Funding Cuts

Harpers Ferry Sees Record Park Visitation Amid Funding Cuts

As W.Va. National Parks Lose Funding, 2024 Data Shows Record-High Turnout West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Thursday, March 6, 2025 By Jack Walker Despite federal funding cuts impacting operations at national parks, visitation surged in 2024, with more than 2.58 million outdoor enthusiasts visiting sites like Harpers Ferry and

Shepherd University Welcomes Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle as Writer-in-Residence

Shepherd University Welcomes Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle as Writer-in-Residence

Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle Named Shepherd Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 By Jack Walker Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle, a talented author from North Carolina, has been appointed as the 2025 Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence at Shepherd University. This program celebrates the rich literary tradition of the region

Voting Bills and Campus Protests Highlight Community Issues

Voting Bills and Campus Protests Highlight Community Issues

Examining Election Bills And Protesting For DEI Programs, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Wednesday, March 5, 2025 By Staff On this West Virginia Morning from West Virginia Public Broadcasting, the focus is on pivotal election-related bills under review by the state legislature, with Eric Douglas interviewing Deak

Local Dem Leaders Discuss Legislative Goals on West Virginia Morning

Local Dem Leaders Discuss Legislative Goals on West Virginia Morning

Democrats’ Legislative Priorities And Trump’s Environmental Policies, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Tuesday, March 4, 2025 By Staff In this episode of West Virginia Morning, the legislative priorities of Democratic leaders Mike Woelfel and Sean Hornbuckle are discussed as they navigate the ongoing 2025 session, significant

Bird Flu Risks and Folk Legends Like Veggie Man Inspire Local Zine

Bird Flu Risks and Folk Legends Like Veggie Man Inspire Local Zine

Bird Flu Brings Risks And Appalachian Folklore Inspires Zine, This West Virginia Morning West Virginia Public Broadcasting | Monday, March 3, 2025 By Staff This West Virginia Morning report from West Virginia Public Broadcasting discusses the risks posed by the spread of bird flu to wildlife and humans, particularly affecting those