On this West Virginia Morning, after two years as West Virginia’s State Health Officer and four years working to improve the state’s health through the government, Dr. Matthew Christiansen resigned on Friday, Dec. 13. He spoke with health reporter, Emily Rice about his time in state government and what the future may hold.
And earthquakes are relatively infrequent in West Virginia, but one on Monday was strong enough to be felt in the Huntington area. Curtis Tate spoke with Tom Pratt, a U.S. Geological Survey research geophysicist, about seismic activity in the region.
Also in this episode, a Kanawha County teacher is awarded for his excellent work, and Gov. Jim Justice certifies the results of the General Election.
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Eric Douglas produced this episode.
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