Trail Group Holding Meetings To Update State Plan
West Virginia TRAIL is holding a series of meetings this fall to give the public a chance to weigh in on maintaining the state’s recreational trails.
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‘No-Kill Shelter Month’ Aims To Save Pets In West Virginia
New data shows West Virginia is close to achieving "no-kill" status for animal shelters across the state.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsLawmakers From Both Sides Of The Aisle Talk Energy
On this episode of The Legislature Today, Curtis Tate talks with Vice Chair of the House Energy and Manufacturing Committee Del. George Street, R-Preston, and Minority Chair of the Energy and Public Works Committee Del. Evan Hansen, D-Monongalia, about energy issues in West Virginia. Among other topics, they discuss rising electricity prices, community solar and data centers.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWith Dog Bites Rising, USPS Preps W.Va. Mail Carriers For Risks
Kentucky and West Virginia reported 113 dog bites last fiscal year. This year, that number rose to 119. The United States Postal Service wants to better prepare workers.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsKayaks, Art And Dogs, Oh My! This West Virginia Week
On this West Virginia Week, we learned about plants that can thrive in former mine lands, we kayaked along the Gauley River, we learned about an art exhibit inspired by recent cuts at West Virginia University, and we saw dogs fly from Charleston to Michigan to reach their forever homes.
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W.Va. Dogs Fly To Forever Homes And A New Book From Ron Rash, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, the power of collaboration was evident at West Virginia International Yeager Airport this week as three organizations joined forces for a “dog-gone-good” cause. Caroline MacGregor reports.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsSeven New Locations Announced For Therapy Dogs In W.Va. Schools
The program is organized through Gov. Jim Justice’s office, the West Virginia Department of Education and the nonprofit Communities in Schools. Therapy dogs provide comfort to those affected by certain psychological conditions like depression and anxiety.
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