Morels For Thanksgiving? Mushroom Experts Share Tips For The Safe Preparation Of A Springtime Delicacy

In the spring, morel hunters in Virginia take to the woods in search of mushrooms that look like little Christmas trees. Some people freeze them for later. Folkways Reporter Wendy Welch asked foragers and chefs for lessons on harvesting and preparing this beloved fungi.

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Economy WVPB Staff, Aug. 08, 2024

Drought-Resistant Agriculture And Jobs For Former Inmates This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, drought conditions have ravaged agriculture in West Virginia, and sustainable farming techniques could be the path through a changing climate. And a look at former prisoners filling the state's workforce gaps.

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Government Chris Schulz, Jul. 02, 2024

Fire Hydrant Task Force Publishes Proposed Rules

A new set of proposed rules for the maintenance of fire hydrants in the state has been published for review. The Public Service Commission’s Fire Hydrant Maintenance and Testing Task Force filed...

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Government Chris Schulz, Mar. 12, 2024

Counties Lose Green School Bus Funding From EPA

Three West Virginia counties lost federal funding to purchase electric school buses after the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rescinded award funding last month.

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Government Eric Douglas, Nov. 29, 2023

EPA Money Awarded To W.Va. For Water Projects

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will award West Virginia the money to support improvements to water systems and access to safe drinking water across the state.

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Energy & Environment Briana Heaney, Sep. 18, 2023

National Park Climbing Stewards Educate Climbers About Conservation And Etiquette

With the rise in the popularity of climbing in the region, the national park hired some ambassadors to educate climbers about climbing etiquette, conservation and safety.

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Energy & Environment Briana Heaney, Sep. 13, 2023

Historic Floods Leave Rural Community With Questions

Moments after she ended the call the river had breached its five-foot banks. She looked up stream and saw waves of turbulent water coming towards her. "It literally looked like the dam opened," Anna Goodnight said.

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