New Battlefield Site Replacing Dilapidated Harpers Ferry Buildings
Five derelict buildings in Harpers Ferry are being torn down beginning this month. A new battlefield landscape will take their place.
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Why The Eastern Hellbender Is At Risk And How You Can Help Save It
WVPB's Energy & Environment Reporter Curtis Tate spoke with Than Hitt, senior scientist with the West Virginia Rivers Coalition, about the hellbender’s habitat in Appalachia and what threatens its population in the region.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsMarshall Helps First Gen Students And Sen. Manchin Bids Farewell To Senate, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, Marshall University is focusing efforts on supporting first generation college students, and U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin addressed the Senate for the final time on Tuesday afternoon after 14 years in Washington and more than 40 years in public life.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsOne Of Coal's Top Foes Looks To Clean Energy Future For State
For a decade, Mary Anne Hitt led the Sierra Club’s Beyond Coal campaign.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsNegotiating Higher Ground And Emerging Appalachian Voices This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, differences in opinion on how to build high ground communities in Eastern Kentucky and a conversation with the editor of a new collection of essays.
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Native American History And Climate Migration, This West Virginia Morning
Much of Appalachia has a deep-seeded history connected to the original inhabitants of the land. But often, West Virginia is presented not as a homeland for Native Americans, but simply a transient hunting ground and trading path.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAddressing Climate Anxiety Ahead Of Earth Day
Ahead of Earth Day Monday, Chris Schulz spoke with Amy Parsons-White, sustainability manager for Marshall University, to discuss this mental health issue and potential solutions.
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