New Compilation Shows Hip-Hop's Roots in Appalachia
Appalachian hip-hop is the subject of a new compilation from June Appal Recordings, titled No Options: Hip-Hop in Appalachia. ...
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Heart Medications Detected In W.Va. Waterways, Fish Populations
New research reveals that heart medications are now showing up in local waterways and fish.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFish Consumption Advisory Implemented For Upper Mud Reservoir
The Mud River has long served as a fishing hub for southern West Virginia. But state health officials now advise residents to limit fish consumption from one of its reservoirs.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsTeacher Shortages, DHHR Issues, King Coal Highway And Hornyheads, This West Virginia Week
his week on West Virginia Week we learn about a program to alleviate teacher shortages, splitting up the Department of Health and Human Resources along with opening up a long overdue section of the King Coal Highway.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsInterview With The Ichthyologist
They say there’s a lot of fish in the sea, but there’s also an awful lot of fish in the streams and rivers of Appalachia. A new book by fisheries research scientist, and WVU professor, Stuart Welsh showcases some of the lesser-known fish in the region. Bill Lynch spoke with Welsh about his book Hornyheads, Madtoms and Darters.
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Fish In Central Appalachia And The Looming DHHR Split, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, a new book by fisheries research scientist and West Virginia University (WVU) professor Stuart Welsh showcases some of the lesser-known kinds of fish in central Appalachia. Bill Lynch spoke with Welsh about his book Hornyheads, Madtoms and Darters.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFederal Funds To Help Improve Local Waterways
The Biden administration has committed to investing in the nation’s infrastructure, and that includes natural infrastructure like rivers and waterways.
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