Record-Keeping And Democracy, Plus Billy Edd Wheeler's Legacy, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, record-keeping might sound dull, but it’s an important part of maintaining a sense of culture and place. As Chris Schulz reports, a recent visit from a federal record-keeper to West Virginia emphasized the importance of records in maintaining our democracy.

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Government Curtis Tate, Jul. 12, 2024

Northern Panhandle Bridge, Closed in December, To Be Replaced

The Market Street Bridge will be replaced with $87.5 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation, U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito said Friday.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Apr. 01, 2024

How Baltimore Port Closure Affects Coal Producers In W.Va.

For now, the companies that produce the coal will have to find a way to other ports, mainly Norfolk or the Gulf Coast.

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Government Curtis Tate, Jan. 09, 2024

No Funds To Repair, Replace Closed Ohio River Bridge

On Dec. 21, the department shut down the Market Street Bridge, which crosses the Ohio River from Brooke County to Steubenville, Ohio.

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Arts & Culture Chris Schulz, May. 23, 2023

Restoration Completed On Historic Covered Bridge

Built in 1856 across the Buckhannon River, the Carrollton Covered Bridge in Barbour County was damaged by a fire in 2017.

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Government Randy Yohe, Apr. 19, 2023

W.Va.’s Paving Season Highlights Work Zone Safety, Zero Fatality Goal

In 2022, there were 800 crashes in West Virginia work zones, killing eight people and injuring 276. The Department of Transportation said all those crashes were avoidable.

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Government Shepherd Snyder, Oct. 27, 2022