Digging Into Halloween’s Rich History, This West Virginia Morning
Halloween is more popular than ever. We speak with WVU religious studies professors to learn more about the holiday's rich history.
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At Least 80 People Temporarily Unhoused By Severe Storm Damage In Charles Town
Severe storms Wednesday displaced more than 80 residents of a Charles Town apartment complex. Now, at least 50 are temporarily lodging in a local civic center.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFederal Disaster Declaration Granted For 4 Southern W.Va. Counties
President Donald Trump has approved a major disaster declaration for McDowell, Mercer, Mingo and Wyoming counties over severe flooding that swept southern West Virginia roughly two weeks ago.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAfter Hurricane Helene, Morgan County Bolsters Local Emergency Prep
The devastation of Hurricane Helene has led emergency response officials and advocates in Morgan County to bolster emergency preparedness efforts for the public.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsPocahontas County Records First Tornado
Strong winds traveled north from Greenbrier County into the quiet community of Hillsboro Wednesday evening. There, they accumulated into a full tornado — the first recorded in Pocahontas County history. ...
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Two Weeks Remain To Apply For Aid Related To April Storms
Just weeks remain for residents to apply for financial assistance with FEMA and the SBA over storms and flooding that struck the state April 11 and 12. Forms of aid available range from assistance for home repairs to business loans.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFEMA Declares April Storms Major Disaster, Opening W.Va. To Federal Funds
Flooding, landslides and tornadoes swept West Virginia in April. FEMA has declared the events a major disaster, allowing residents to apply for federal aid for damages.
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