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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Sep. 14, 2024

Another Special Session Is Called, A Popular Food Benefits Program Gets Paused And Addressing Hunger In The State, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, we’ll tell you about a popular nutrition assistance program that has been temporarily paused, and Gov. Jim Justice formally calls a special session of the legislature

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Health & Science Emily Rice, Jun. 15, 2023

Combating Hunger in Mercer County

In Mercer County, nearly 175 food-insecure families get free, nutritious meal deliveries via DoorDash to combat rural child hunger in the Mountain State.

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Health & Science Emily Rice, Mar. 01, 2023

Unwinding Medicaid: Changes To SNAP Worry Food Security Advocates

Advocates and officials are warning that upcoming changes to SNAP benefits could put West Virginia households and food banks in jeopardy.

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Health & Science Caroline MacGregor, Jan. 19, 2023

Food Bank Grant Targets Hunger In Rural W.Va. Communities

Save the Children’s newly-launched Rural Child Hunger Research and Innovation Lab program aims to improve access to food in hard-to-reach rural communities like Mercer County.

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Economy Caroline MacGregor, Nov. 23, 2022

Food Banks, Pantries Hit By Inflation As More Families Seek Help

As high prices force more Americans to ask for help to put food on the table, food pantries across the state are feeling the strain as well.

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WVPB News Emily Allen, Nov. 27, 2019

McDowell County Food Bank Trying Out Hydro-Panels For Clean Water Needs

In McDowell County, access to clean water can be a challenge. Aging infrastructure, a shrinking tax base and lack of oversight affect the region’s water…

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