Appalachian Prison Book Project, Inside Appalachia

This week, Inside Appalachia, the Appalachian Prison Book Project has been sending books to incarcerated people for nearly 20 years. Its most popular book is the dictionary. Also, the Seeing Hand Association brings together people who are visually impaired to learn the craft of chair caning. And, crossing a river by ferry can be a special experience, and hard to come by. On the Ohio River, a retiring ferry captain passes the torch to his deck hand.

Take Me to More News

Home » Government » Page 933

Government

Health & Science Eric Douglas, May. 23, 2025

Suit To Block Vaccine Exemption Executive Order Filed In Kanawha Court

The lawsuit was brought on behalf of two West Virginia parents, Dr. Joshua Hess in Cabell County, and Marisa Jackson in Kanawha County.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Health & Science Chris Schulz, May. 21, 2025

Governor Requests Soda Be Removed From SNAP Eligibility

West Virginians who use the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) may no longer be able to use those benefits to purchase some sugary drinks if a request to the federal government from Gov. Patrick Morrisey goes through.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Government Trey Kay +, May. 21, 2025

Us & Them: 100 Days And A Lot To Discuss At Our Dinner Party

President Trump’s first 100 days were packed with bold moves—mass deportations, federal workforce cuts, and global tariff fights. At an Us & Them Dinner Party, guests from across the political spectrum dig into a potluck and unpack the early days of a presidency already shaking things up.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Health & Science Curtis Tate, May. 15, 2025

UMWA Joins Lawsuit Against Trump Health Cuts

The UMWA is among the plaintiffs who brought a court challenge Wednesday to cuts at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Recent Stories

Education Chris Schulz, May. 14, 2025

Federal Funding Cuts, New Dye Requirements Fuel Uncertainty In School Lunchrooms

From aviation administration to worker safety, federal cuts implemented by the Trump administration have touched every aspect of life. That includes the USDA's Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program, which provided funds for schools to purchase fresh, local food for students.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Health & Science Eric Douglas, May. 14, 2025

Cabell-Huntington Opioid Lawsuit Continues On

Money from the lawsuit against opioid distributors AmeriSource Bergen, Cardinal Health and McKesson Corporation is already being distributed to cities and counties around the state by the West Virginia First Foundation. ...

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Load More Articles