Eric Douglas

Eric is WVPB’s News Director. He’s a native of Kanawha County and graduated from Marshall University with a degree in journalism. He has written for newspapers and magazines throughout his career. He is also an author, writing both nonfiction and fiction, including a series of thriller novels set in locations around the world.

Health & Science Eric Douglas, About 19 hours ago

Vaccine Cases Combined Before High Court

Two cases about whether the West Virginia Board of Education can mandate vaccines to students entering school without allowing for religious exemptions have been combined by the state Supreme Court of Appeals.

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Arts & Culture Bill Lynch +, Oct. 02, 2026

Ballroom Culture And Hometown Papers Covering The Notable, Inside Appalachia

This week, ballroom culture offers LBGTQ folks a chance to be as fabulous as they want to be. Also, national media reports on the deaths of notable people, but small, hometown papers add a more personal touch. And, alpha-gal syndrome takes red meat off the menu, but what about ostrich?

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Government Eric Douglas, Oct. 02, 2026

Overall State Tax Collections Up 3% Over Estimate

West Virginia brought in $16 million more than projected for September, 3% ahead of estimate. For the first three months of the fiscal year, collections are up $62 million with increases in most – but not all -- categories.

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Energy & Environment Eric Douglas, Oct. 01, 2026

W.Va. Nuclear Initiative With Feds Off

The state of West Virginia was briefly on a federal list of potential nuclear generation sites, but it appears that project is off.

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Government Eric Douglas, Oct. 01, 2026

Constitutional Amendment Would Bar Noncitizens From Voting

A proposed amendment to the West Virginia Constitution is on the ballot Nov. 3 to prevent noncitizens from voting.

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Arts & Culture Eric Douglas, Oct. 01, 2026

Room With A View?

Steel stairs lead to the top of the Red Oak Fire Tower where there's a 14-foot square cabin with panoramic windows and a metal catwalk. There's electricity, but no water.

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