Easter Bunny Expected At Morrisey’s Inaugural Rhododendron Roll
West Virginia’s inaugural Rhododendron Roll will take place on the Governor’s Mansion Courtyard and Capitol Lawn on Saturday, April 12, 2025.
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Senators Discuss Opioid Treatment Program Legislation
On this episode of The Legislature Today, legislation to outlaw opioid treatment programs that distribute methadone without offering integrated care in West Virginia, Senate Bill 204, is making its way through the West Virginia Legislature. Emily Rice brings us this story. Also, Assistant News Director Maria Young talks with Sens. Eric Tarr, R-Putnam, and Mike Woelfel, D-Cabell, about the bill.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsEMS Shortages Could Worsen Rural Health Care Issues, Coalition Director Says
West Virginia EMS Coalition President Trish Watson says funding issues continue to threaten the state's EMS providers, especially in rural areas.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAmbulance Whole Blood Transfusions Save 16 Lives First Year
A program providing comprehensive life-saving care in West Virginia’s ambulances is expanding to more counties.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFirst Responders, Mental Health Experts Gather In Charleston For Crisis Intervention Team Training
Attendees at Charleston’s Summit will spend the next three days learning from CIT-certified law enforcement officers and behavioral health professionals about improved communication methods, identifying mental health resources for those in crisis and ensuring officer and community safety.
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State Officials Announce New Protocols For EMS
A new state protocol allows emergency medical services to render aid at home in eligible cases, reducing emergency room crowding.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsNew Laws Benefit Some EMS Issues, Ignore Budget Requests
Several new state laws are meant to help the state’s understaffed Emergency Medical Services. But maintaining statewide EMS operations remains a challenge.
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