Appalachian Memes And Trouble At Greenbank

This week on Inside Appalachia, the online world of Appalachian memes — and what they tell us about folks who live here. Also, parts of West Virginia have been radio silent since the 1950s for scientists to monitor the skies. So, what does that mean for first responders in an emergency? And winter holidays are here. We’ve got some tips to keep the festivities from going up in smoke.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Jun. 25, 2024

Harpers Ferry Rail Bridge Catches Fire, Temporarily Suspending Service

A bridge that transports CSX trains into Harpers Ferry caught fire Monday afternoon. Rail services were temporarily suspended, but were restored by noon Tuesday.

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Arts & Culture Jack Walker, Apr. 29, 2024

Memorial Service Will Honor 2 Fallen W.Va. Firefighters

Two West Virginia firefighters died in the line of duty in 2023. A memorial service in Emmitsburg, Maryland next week will honor their legacies, as well as those fallen firefighters from across the nation.

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Government Randy Yohe, Apr. 16, 2024

Emergency Medical Services Staffing Continuing Positive Turnaround

Ratliff said local EMS squads are excited about the ability to bill insurance patients for emergency care that doesn't include transports. The legislature passed that law in the general session earlier this year.

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Government Randy Yohe, Feb. 29, 2024

Taiwan Partnership, First Responder Mental Health Highlight House Happenings

Global partnerships and international politics took center stage in the House of Delegates Thursday, along with a continuing legislative effort to address the mental health crisis among the state’s first responders.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Nov. 08, 2023

Nonprofit Trains Service Dogs For Veterans, First Responders On This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a West Virginia based nonprofit is filling a therapeutic need for veterans and first responders by training service dogs. Caroline MacGregor has the story.

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Government Randy Yohe, Nov. 06, 2023

State EMS Director Tackling Recruitment, First Responder Mental Health Challenges

The dire shortage of EMTs and paramedics across West Virginia is now trending in a positive direction, but there is still much to be done to remedy what many call a first responder mental health crisis.

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