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A Changing Landscape For W.Va. Hospitals, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a conversation about some of the challenges that lie ahead for hospitals and those who need them in the Mountain State.

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How The War In Iran Is Affecting Shipping, Supply Chains In Appalachia, This West Virginia Morning

Prices at fuel pumps have surged since the United States went to war with Iran. But the Middle East conflict is also having major impacts on international shipping and supply chains. Those issues are taking a major toll on Appalachian corn farmers.

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A Look At Recent Growth In The Horse Racing Industry, This West Virginia Morning

In an effort to attract more horse racing competitors this year to West Virginia, the state Legislature increased the funding cap to $2 million for certain races – and neighboring states are taking similar action. When Golden Tempo won the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, his owner, trainer and jockey won an estimated $3.1 million winning purse. For the Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom, Justin Hicks reports much of that growth can be attributed to increased gambling on historical horse racing games.

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After Trump EPA Visited Kentucky, Solar Almost Caught Up To Coal

In March, solar came as close as it ever has to generating as much power nationwide as coal.

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