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West Virginia Week

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast from West Virginia Public Broadcasting that looks back at the major news of the week. Listen every Saturday at 8 a.m.

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WVPB Staff,Jul. 18, 2025

Capito On Cuts To NPR, PBS And Documenting Changes In Appalachia, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, what West Virginia’s senior senator, Shelley Moore Capito, has to say about funding for public broadcasting after she and other Republicans vote for cuts. Plus, a photographer and filmmaker who grew up in West Virginia has turned the camera on the Appalachian region of his childhood.

WVPB Staff,Jul. 17, 2025

The Decision To Cut Abortion Meds And A Push To Strengthen Harm Reduction, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Chris Schulz examines a decision from the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals this week to allow limits on the sale of abortion medications – even those medications that the FDA has deemed to be safe and effective. Plus, harm reduction programs are controversial – and opponents often point to figures that suggest they aren’t particularly effective.

WVPB Staff,Jul. 16, 2025

Restricting Abortion Meds And Feeding The Hungry After SNAP Cuts, This West Virginia Morning

A new ruling from the Fourth Circuit may make it harder for West Virginians to terminate a pregnancy, and the head of a Huntington foodbank details the impact of pending SNAP cuts on the hungry in Appalachia.

WVPB Staff,Jul. 15, 2025

Battle Brewing At Education Board And An Appalshop Documentary, This West Virginia Morning

The West Virginia Board of Education finds itself at odds with Secretary of State Kris Warner. Now the two sides appear headed for court. And, filmmakers document efforts to save records of Appalachian history.

WVPB Staff,Jul. 14, 2025

Celebrating ‘The Homewrecker’ And Bolstering A Crowded Two Lane Road, This West Virginia Morning

A deep-fried hotdog known as The Homewrecker is so popular it’s hard to keep them in stock and a massive plant under construction is creating traffic woes with no easy fix.

WVPB Staff,Jul. 11, 2025

The Discovery Of A New Species And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a WVU professor and microbiology student find an elusive fungus that may be used to treat mental health, and our Song of the Week.

WVPB Staff,Jul. 10, 2025

Examining The Closure Of Another Paper And Opioid Funds And Harm Reduction, This West Virginia Morning

Us & Them host Trey Kay takes a look at the closing of a newspaper in Welch, West Virginia and investigative journalism students examine the use of opioid funds for harm reduction.

WVPB Staff,Jul. 09, 2025

New Flights From Yeager And Using Opioid Funds For Prevention Efforts, This West Virginia Morning

West Virginians have one more flight destination to consider from Charleston, and a student led investigation delves into whether opioid settlement funds are really helping kids stay away from drugs.

WVPB Staff,Jul. 08, 2025

Paying Jail Bills With Opioid Funds And Flood Recovery Efforts In Welch, This West Virginia Morning

Some counties are using opioid settlement funds to pay jail bills and in the southern part of the state, the story of one restaurant struggling to recover from February floods.

WVPB Staff,Jul. 02, 2025

Firework Safety Tips And Youth Gambling Online, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear tips for firework safety and discuss a demographic shift in who is gambling.

WVPB Staff,Jul. 01, 2025

Ohio River Cleanup And Possible Cuts To SNAP, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we learn about efforts to clean up an important waterway, and examine the impact of prospective food benefit cuts on Appalachians in need.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 30, 2025

W.Va. Medicaid Advocates Visit Congress And Nonprofit Relieves Medical Debt, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear from residents who traveled to the U.S. Capitol in opposition to Medicaid cuts, plus get the details on a nonprofit’s effort to erase medical debt for those in need.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 27, 2025

Literacy Via Dungeons & Dragons And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a multi-year group at the Roanoke Public Library uses tabletop roleplaying games to promote literacy, and our Song of the Week.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 26, 2025

The Debate Over Transgender Rights And Gaza Residents Seek Medical Care in Kentucky, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear from those shaping the debate over transgender rights and a mother and son from Gaza have spent two months in Louisville, Kentucky for medical care that would be nearly impossible to get back home.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 25, 2025

A Rally Against Cuts To Medicaid, SNAP And The Future Of The Electric Vehicle Market, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, West Virginians continue to rally against proposed cuts and requirement adjustments to Medicaid and SNAP benefits and how changing federal policy will impact the country’s electric vehicle market.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 24, 2025

Housing Challenges Around NUCOR And A Rare Kentucky Firefly, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, industrial development in western West Virginia is outpacing the construction of new housing for expected workers, and scientists work to better understand a rare Appalachian firefly.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 23, 2025

A Year Of The Mountain Valley Pipeline And Teaching The Cherokee Language, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, residents who live near the MVP remain uneasy about its impact on their lives and property, and a North Carolina school is preserving the Cherokee language.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 19, 2025

Reviving Black Coal Camps And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we look at efforts to revitalize a former Black coal camp, plus hear from award-winning singer and songwriter Carrie Newcomer for our Song of the Week.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 18, 2025

The Impact Of Caregiving And A Struggling Hospital Under Scrutiny, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, an update on devastating floods in the northern part of the state and a preview of a new documentary on caregiving with a look at its impact in West Virginia.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 17, 2025

Retracing The Trail Of Tears And Summertime Stargazing, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we learn about a group of bicyclists from the Cherokee Nation that embarks on an annual bike ride tracing the path of the Trail of Tears. Plus, we get some tips for summertime stargazing.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 16, 2025

Tucker County Microgrid Opposition And Shape Note Singing, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear about grassroots opposition to an energy project in Tucker County, and dive into a unique form of Appalachian singing.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 13, 2025

A W.Va. Immigration Story Told On Stage And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear about a new play from a West Virginia playwright, plus listen to the musical stylings of Paul Thorn for our Song Of The Week.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 12, 2025

Clean Energy Tax Credits And Abortion Deserts, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear from a former state official who opposes eliminating clean energy tax credits, and we revisit a discussion on the geography of abortion access.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 11, 2025

Gambling Addiction Recovery And Forever Chemical Removal, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we learn what recovering from problem gambling can look like, and hear about efforts to move forever chemicals from drinking water.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 10, 2025

A Statewide Review Of Child Welfare And A Trip To DC For WorldPride, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear more about a statewide review of child welfare, and catch up with a Hardy County group that marched in this year’s WorldPride parade.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 09, 2025

Resuming Black Lung Research And Bolstering Cyclist Tourism, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we look into barriers to resuming black lung research after a reversal of federal cuts, plus efforts to strengthen Charleston tourism for cyclists.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 06, 2025

Peer Accountability In Teen Court And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, teen court uses peer accountability to keep kids out of trouble, and our Song of the Week from Jeff Tweedy.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 05, 2025

Brood 14 Cicadas Emerge And New Series Explores State’s Clear Night Skies, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, cicadas annoy some, but have profound meaning to others. And a new radio and television series highlights some of the brightest, clearest skies in the nation.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 04, 2025

Online Gambling Increases Need For Counseling And A Federal Bill Threatens Solar Credits, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, as online gambling increases more people are losing more money than they can afford. And a bill moving through Congress could wipe out tax credits for solar projects.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 03, 2025

Addressing Trauma In Flooded Communities And Otters Return To Regional Waterways, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, students address trauma from the February floods and otters make a comeback to regional waterways.

WVPB Staff,Jun. 02, 2025

Protecting Skin From Summer Sun And A Mental Health Crisis Among Farmers, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a doctor discusses how and why to keep your skin safe from summer sun, farmers struggle with mental health and Shepherdstown kicks off Pride Month.

WVPB Staff,May. 30, 2025

Another Cicada Brood And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we learn about the new brood of cicadas emerging across Appalachia, plus listen to a musical performance by singer-songwriter Darrell Scott.

WVPB Staff,May. 29, 2025

Appalachian Trail Tourism Rebounds And Mine Land Restoration Efforts, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear about an Appalachian Trail community resurging after Hurricane Helene, plus efforts to restore hundreds of acres of mine land across Appalachia.

WVPB Staff,May. 28, 2025

Powerline Proposal Sparks Concern, Plus A Night Sky Exploration, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning we hear about concerns over a new powerline, plus tips for viewing planets in the night sky.

WVPB Staff,May. 27, 2025

Community Archeology At Fort Warwick And Outdoor Education In Pocahontas Co., This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the public is invited to do some archeology at Fort Warwick, and students in Pocahontas County learn & gain opportunities in the outdoors.

WVPB Staff,May. 23, 2025

A Book Of Letters From Prison Wins Award And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a book from the Appalachian Prison Book Project wins an award, and our Song of the Week.

WVPB Staff,May. 22, 2025

A Look Back At The Vandalia Gathering And 100 Days Into Trump’s Term, This West Virginia Morning

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WVPB Staff,May. 20, 2025

Federal Mine Safety Researchers Remain Uncertain About Their Jobs, This West Virginia Morning

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WVPB Staff,May. 19, 2025

The High Cost Of Flood Insurance And Cycling Champions In Charleston, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, experts say major flood events are so common that everyone needs flood insurance and professional cycling returns to Charleston.

WVPB Staff,May. 16, 2025

New Novel Explores Community Of Freed People And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Inside Appalachia speaks to the author of a new novel about freed people after the Civil War and our Song of the Week.

WVPB Staff,May. 15, 2025

Reclaiming Black Musical Roots And A Local ‘Booze And Brews’ Trail This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a festival highlights the grassroots movement to reclaim the Black roots of folk and country music, and a new tourism trail highlights the brewers and distillers of southern West Virginia.

WVPB Staff,May. 14, 2025

Opioid Settlement Suit Drags On And Schools Lose Local Food Funding, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the state Supreme Court declined to rule in an opioid settlement lawsuit and schools assess effects of cuts to local food purchasing program.

WVPB Staff,May. 13, 2025

Overdue Recognition For An Appalachian Activist And Making Our Roadways Safer, This West Virginia Morning

A Black poet, educator and activist who died decades ago gets a graveside marker — and what some says is long overdue recognition. And the 2025 International Roadcheck, an effort to make our roadways safer.

WVPB Staff,May. 12, 2025

Safe Waste Disposal Around Bears And Former Head Of Mine Safety Talks Cuts, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, working to safely dispose of trash as West Virginia’s black bear population bounces back and former head of the Mine Safety and Health Administration discusses impact of recent cuts.

WVPB Staff,May. 09, 2025

W.Va. Surgeon Honored For Concussion Work And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear from one of the two doctors who developed concussion protocols for sports and our Song of the Week.

WVPB Staff,May. 08, 2025

Celebrating 10 Years Of Us & Them And Learning About Invasive Species, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Us & Them celebrates its 10th anniversary with Marshall students and a look at invasive plants in the region.

WVPB Staff,May. 07, 2025

Mothman Potato Chips And Cutting Cement’s Carbon Emissions, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Appalachia’s most famous cryptid is on a bag of chips, and efforts to reduce carbon emissions from cement production.

WVPB Staff,May. 06, 2025

Detailing Air Force One And Becoming Apprenticeship Partners, This West Virginia Morning

A W. Va. man has been selected to help restore the original Air Force One, and a new public-private partnership offers West Virginia high school students training and experience that can launch them on their careers, on the West Virginia Morning.

WVPB Staff,May. 05, 2025

Advocating For Federal Funds And A Vatican City Student From W.Va., This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning,  we meet a young woman whose mother is undocumented even though she’s married to a U.S. citizen. We’ll hear from Appalachian advocates who want Congress to reverse cuts impacting flood prevention and mine r…

WVPB Staff,May. 02, 2025

Poor Conditions At A Virginia Supermax Prison And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a reporter discusses dangerous conditions at a supermax prison in rural Virginia, and our Song of the Week from Mountain Stage.

WVPB Staff,May. 01, 2025

Revisiting Morgantown’s Camping Ban, Mine Safety Advocates Face Obstacles, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we take a closer look at the camping ban Morgantown passed Tuesday, plus why a mine safety agency has mine worker advocates feeling hindered.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 30, 2025

Morgantown Camping Ban Upheld, Plus A Closer Look At 2024 Abortion Data, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Morgantown has narrowly upheld a ban on camping on public property aimed at homelessness. Plus, we take a closer look at 2024 trends in national abortion data.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 29, 2025

New Penalties Against Homelessness, Plus A River’s Life In Photos, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we look at legislative efforts to restrict homelessness in Tennessee, plus how one photographer is documenting the life of a river in southwestern Pennsylvania.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 28, 2025

Both Medicaid And Mine Safety Face Cuts, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we look at the impacts of efforts to pare down Medicaid eligibility and mine safety oversight on residents of West Virginia.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 25, 2025

Poison Ivy Remedies And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we trace the origins of some common poison ivy treatments and tune into our newest Song of the Week from Cristina Vane.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 24, 2025

Regenerative Farming Techniques And The DEI Debate, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we learn about efforts to farm both healthy food and healthy land in Kentucky, and dive deeper into the debate around diversity, equity and inclusion programs that has become a nationwide focal point.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 23, 2025

Tariffs Impact Agriculture And W.Va. Poet Releases Book, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we look at the impact trade tariffs could have on farmers, and hear about a recent poetry book released by a Webster County native.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 22, 2025

New Sustainability Goals At WVU And A Plant-Based Appalachian Table, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, in honor of Earth Day West Virginia University has announced a comprehensive set of more than 20 sustainability goals. And from Inside Appalachia, perfecting recipes that take a plant-based approach to the Appalachian table.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 21, 2025

A Push For Microgrids And A Revival Of Video Rentals, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we look into the effort to create more microgrids in the state, and a shop keeping the video rental industry alive in a neighboring state.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 18, 2025

Author Examines The Kingston Fossil Plant Spill And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a new book examines the Kingston Fossil Plant Spill, coal – fired power plants are granted regulatory exemptions and our Song of the Week.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 17, 2025

Using Art To Communicate And Lead Pollution Exposure In Children, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, an Eastern Panhandle artist communicates through her art, and how children get exposed to high levels of lead.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 16, 2025

Cultural Events Lose Federal Funding And Environmental Impacts Of Executive Order, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, cultural events across the state are dealing with the unexpected loss of promised federal funds, and a look at the environmental effects of President Trump’s executive orders on energy.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 15, 2025

Cuts At NIOSH Morgantown And Revitalizing A Coal-Fired Power Plant Site, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a conversation with a NIOSH worker affected by cuts earlier this month, and the redevelopment of a recently demolished coal-fired power plant.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 14, 2025

Passed And Failed Legislation Of the 2025 Session And Traditional Tattoos And Music In East Kentucky, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the high-profile legislation that passed – and failed –during the 2025 regular session of the West Virginia Legislature and a look at an East Kentucky artist.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 11, 2025

The Easter Bunny, Microgrids And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear about plans for the end of the 2025 regular legislative session and a special celebration outside the capitol. It is time for children and families to enjoy the inaugural Rhododendron Roll for Easter on Saturday. Gov. Patrick Morrisey and the first lady Denise will attend — along with the Easter Bunny.

Eric Douglas,Apr. 10, 2025

Budgets, Tariffs And Microgrids This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear from Gov. Patrick Morrisey offering thoughts on his legislative agenda, a discussion from The Legislature Today about the future of microgrids and why counties aren’t enthusiastic about bringing t…

WVPB Staff,Apr. 09, 2025

A New Emergency Shelter In Huntington, Understanding The DEI Bill And Egg Alternatives, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, what a DEI bill advancing through the legislature potentially means for the state, Huntington announces a new emergency shelter and a look at egg alternatives.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 08, 2025

Outgoing UMWA President Talks Legacy And Advocates Discuss Rising Electricity Costs, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, president of the United Mine Workers of America Cecil Roberts talks about his legacy and retirement in October. And advocates discuss electricity prices that have been rising at a rate faster than inflation in West Virginia.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 07, 2025

How SNAP Restrictions Affect W.Va. And A Hot Dog Legacy Lives On, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, proposed changes in eligibility requirements and purchase limitations for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, could have big impacts on small-town West Virginia. And Skeenies Hot Dogs closed in 2018, but it comes alive for one day each year.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 04, 2025

Balancing The State Budget And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we look at efforts to pass a balanced state budget, and hear a musical performance from sister duo Larkin Poe.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 03, 2025

Legislation Targets Homelessness And W.Va. Indie Singer Enters Hall Of Fame, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we discuss a bill that would impact people experiencing homelessness across West Virginia, and we learn about a new inductee to the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 02, 2025

Discussing Coal Industry Issues And Appalachian Indie Rock, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we take a look at issues affecting the coal industry, both domestically and abroad.

WVPB Staff,Apr. 01, 2025

Legislation Could Affect Teachers, Plus Mine Safety Measures At Risk, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we discuss the role education has played in this year’s legislative session, from proposed teacher pay bumps to bills addressing student discipline.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 31, 2025

Pandemic-Era Vinyl Gets Re-Released And Natural Gas Leader Talks Industry, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, this month marked five years since the COVID-19 pandemic forced the closure of public spaces across the United States. The Cornelius Eady Trio, a ban organized around Tennessee poet and professor Cornelius Eady, used that time to create art.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 28, 2025

Proposed SNAP Work Requirements And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the possible impacts of a proposed bill that would expand work requirements for SNAP food benefits, and our Song of the Week from The Headhunters.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 27, 2025

Legislators Discuss Home Rule And Checking In On The Safer Kentucky Law, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, legislators discuss a bill that would remove the ability of cities and towns across the state to set their own rules, called home rule, and a check-up on the consequences of the Safer Kentucky Law.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 26, 2025

A Growing Tourism Industry And Analyzing The State Budget, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, research from the state suggests more than 21,000 jobs in the tourism and hospitality sector will open annually over the next five years.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 25, 2025

Postal Workers Rally Against Cuts And A Vaccine Exemption Bill Fails To Pass, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, postal unions across the U.S. rallied against job cuts and the possibility of a privatized postal service last week and a vaccine exemption bill fails in the House of Delegates.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 24, 2025

Camping Bans And Coal Ambitions, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, camping bans have popped up around the United States, which critics say unfairly target people experiencing homelessness. One possible ban has Morgantown residents feeling frustrated.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 21, 2025

Sen. Tarr Talks Bills That Affect W.Va. Medicine And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Sen. Eric Tarr discusses his position on some of the bills that make changes to the practice of medicine in W.Va., and our Song of the Week.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 20, 2025

Marshall Students React To DEI Removal And Lawmakers Give Update On Budget Process, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, state and federal orders to repeal diversity, equity and inclusion programs have mixed reviews on campus, and lawmakers give an update on the state budget process.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 19, 2025

COVID-19’s Lasting Impact In West Virginia And Lawmakers Talk Unique Eastern Panhandle Challenges, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a public health official discusses COVID-19’s lasting impact in West Virginia and lawmakers talk about their approach to regional issues like infrastructure constraints and a higher local cost of living.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 18, 2025

W.Va. Flood Recovery And Energy Stakeholders React To Session, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a month after floods ravaged West Virginia’s southern counties the long road to recovery is just beginning, and Curtis Tate sat down with energy and environment stakeholders for The Legislature Today.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 17, 2025

Jefferson County Rejects Water Bottling Plant And Reporters Discuss Food Dyes, Vaccines This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Jefferson County rejected a proposal for Mountain Pure Water Bottling Facility last week, and our reporters get together with Brad McElhenny to discuss some of the major issues they covered from the Legislature last week.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 14, 2025

Consumers Feel The Rising Cost Of Eggs And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a visit to a diner in Lancaster, PA gauges how people feel about rising egg costs, and our Song of the Week from Joy Clark.

Maria Young,Mar. 13, 2025

Bracing For Federal Education Cuts And Work To Be Done For Women’s Equality, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, educators across the state are bracing for federal cuts to education and wondering how to meet the new school discipline requirements lawmakers are weighing. Eric Douglas talks with the head of the West Virginia Sch…

WVPB Staff,Mar. 12, 2025

Preserving History With The Mardi Gras Of Appalachia And Legislative Action On Foster Care Issues, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the annual Fasnacht celebration in Randolph County has become the Mardi Gras of Appalachia, and community stakeholders discuss legislative action on foster care.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 11, 2025

New Human Services Secretary Discusses Child Welfare And Effect Of Federal Cuts Are Felt At Mammoth Cave, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Kentucky’s Mammoth Cave National Park is just one of the sites already feeling the effects of firing federal workers at National Parks, and West Virginia’s new Secretary of the Department of Human Services, Alex Mayer, discusses the future of child welfare.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 10, 2025

Spay & Neuter Programs Need State Support And Reporters Discuss A Statewide Camping Ban, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, advocates say spaying and neutering pets is key to reducing pet overpopulation and lawmakers are looking to strengthen spay and neuter access once again. Also, our reporters discuss some of the major legislative issues they covered last week with Lori Kersey from West Virginia Watch.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 07, 2025

Lawmakers Weigh Limiting Opioid Treatment Centers, Plus Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we look at a bill that would make opioid treatment centers in the state unlawful, and The David Mayfield Parade brings our Song of the Week.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 06, 2025

Protesting Federal Spending Cuts And Discussing W.Va. Energy Policy, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, hundreds gathered in Morgantown for a protest against federal spending cuts, and lawmakers discuss energy policy in the state.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 05, 2025

Examining Election Bills And Protesting For DEI Programs, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the West Virginia Legislature is currently reviewing several bills pertaining to voting and elections in the state

WVPB Staff,Mar. 04, 2025

Democrats’ Legislative Priorities And Trump’s Environmental Policies, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Sen. Mike Woelfel, D-Cabell, and Del. Sean Hornbuckle, D-Cabell, discuss the Democratic Party’s priorities for the remainder of this year’s legislative session and their takes so far.

WVPB Staff,Mar. 03, 2025

Bird Flu Brings Risks And Appalachian Folklore Inspires Zine, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the spread of bird flu brings risks to wildlife, pets and even people, especially farm workers and hunters. Pittsburgh-based environmental public radio program The Allegheny Front brings us their latest story on the virus.

WVPB Staff,Feb. 28, 2025

Committee Chairs Focus On Budget, Foster Care And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, two committee chairs discuss the most pressing issues in their committees, including foster care and the state budget. And local cryptid Veggie Man inspires a new zine.

WVPB Staff,Feb. 27, 2025

Lawmakers Debate Vaccine Exemptions And Cuts To Medicaid Could Affect Recovery Efforts, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, two lawmakers that are also doctors spoke with Eric Douglas about legislation aimed at providing exemptions to childhood immunizations, and Us & Them looks at the effect of Medicaid cuts on recovery efforts.

WVPB Staff,Feb. 26, 2025

Committee Chairs Focus On Discipline And Adjusting After Dream Federal Job Cut, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the committee chairs of the legislature’s education committees are trying to address discipline and staffing issues in state schools, and a W.Va. native is still reeling from losing her dream job as part of the federal government’s workforce reduction efforts.

WVPB Staff,Feb. 25, 2025

House Reviews Bill Restricting Trans Rights And Recovering An Archive After Flooding, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, lawmakers in the House discuss a bill that restricts the rights of transgender people, and Appalshop’s efforts to restore its archive after devastating floods.

WVPB Staff,Feb. 24, 2025

Reporters Discuss Education Bills And Addressing Homelessness In Southern W.Va., This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, how people experiencing homelessness and their advocates in the southern coal fields are addressing housing and Mountain State Spotlight’s Duncan Slade reflects on the legislature’s actions on education so far.