MVP Noise, Appalachian Flooding And Temperature Blankets, Inside Appalachia

This week, people continue to resist the Mountain Valley Pipeline. Some folks have complained to the company about noise from compressor stations. Also, why is Appalachia so prone to severe flooding? We spoke with a reporter whose team dug into the data to find out. And, a good blanket will keep you warm on a cold night, but a handmade temperature blanket can convey a message to a loved one.

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Health & Science Eric Douglas, Jan. 06, 2026

Governor Wants to ‘Bring Home’ Foster Kids

West Virginia currently has approximately 300 children in the foster care system living out of state.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Dec. 16, 2025

Multi-Million Dollar Investment Fund Aims To Improve In-State Services For Children In Foster Care

Roughly 350 children in state foster care are currently placed across 20 states to receive treatment not available in West Virginia.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Nov. 20, 2025

Crime Victim Projects Across State To Receive Over $16 Million

The funds provide direct services like counseling, personal advocacy, court advocacy, client transportation, and support services to victims of crimes including domestic violence, sexual violence and child abuse.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Nov. 14, 2025

Inspector General: 91% Of W.Va. Child Abuse Cases Out Of Compliance

West Virginia was chosen for a federal audit due to the highly publicized death of a teen in 2024, as well as reports of the state's overburdened Child Protective Services workforce.

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Education Maria Young, Sep. 27, 2025

A Dozen ICE Arrests And A Popular Fruit Gets Bottled, This West Virginia Week

Twelve people were charged with immigration violations along the West Virginia Turnpike in a two-day period this week. And a life saving effort that began in this state just went nationwide.

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Government Eric Douglas, Sep. 25, 2025

CPS, Youth Services Staffing Improves In 2025

As of Sept. 1, 2025, the statewide vacancy rate for Child Protective Services (CPS) positions has dropped from 12% to 8.5%. Two years ago that rate was more than 27%.

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