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Energy & Environment Eric Douglas,

Bats Save Farmers Billions Of Dollars, But They're In Danger

Diseases like white-nose syndrome and climate change have caused mass population loss among bat species, and the consequences could be costly.

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Energy & Environment Hope Heffley,

As Freshwater Mussel Populations In Kentucky Decline, Researchers Are Looking For Answers

Freshwater mussels are scattered throughout waterways in Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia, playing a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. But populations are dwindling, and researchers want to better understand the causes.

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Energy & Environment Giselle Rhoden,

Cute But Not So Cuddly, Armadillos Are Making Their Way North

The nine-banded armadillo has become an indicator of rising temperatures in Kentucky and the surrounding region, as the species moves farther north.

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Energy & Environment Jacqui Sieber,

How Kudzu Became The ‘Vine That Ate The South’

Kudzu is an invasive vine that’s become a persistent problem in the American South. But there are efforts to tackle it.

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Energy & Environment Caroline Eggers,

Black Bears Are Threatened By Climate Change. How Can We Help?

Black bear encounters are on the rise in Tennessee, and climate change is often a hidden culprit, tampering with ecosystems in unexpected ways.

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Energy & Environment WVPB Staff,

Understanding If An Electric Vehicle Is Right For You, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the price of gas has skyrocketed, but how do you know if you would save money with an electric vehicle?

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