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Coal's Cost On Energy Prices, Inside Appalachia

This week, coal power can be expensive. Utilities run coal-fired power plants harder in the winter and summer when demand is high. Also, two films made in West Virginia shot to the top of Netflix’s streaming charts. The state wants to encourage even more movies to be made in West Virginia by helping keep production costs down. And, an Eastern Kentucky pharmacist serves vegan food for the holidays.

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Proclamation Brings Awareness To State’s Behavioral Health Workforce Needs 

Recognition from Gov. Patrick Morrisey is helping autism treatment advocates to expand resources in West Virginia.

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Amazon Prime’s 'The College Tour' To Feature Fairmont State

Amazon Prime’s popular streaming series “The College Tour” will feature Fairmont’s campus, student population and curriculum.

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Grant Will Connect Ohio County Students And Farmers

A new grant will help connect farmers with fresh local produce to Ohio County students in need of nutritious meals.

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