Willie Carver Jr. And Marina Waters, Inside Appalachia

This week, in author Willie Carver, Jr.’s new book, he reconsiders a negative childhood experience with a neighborhood girl who might have just been looking for a friend. Also, a southwestern Virginia community rang the alarm after more and more of its children were diagnosed with cancer. A local journalist is trying to unravel the cause. And, the city of Asheville has a new crusading reporter. He’s a puppet.

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Government WVPB Staff, Jan. 26, 2026

Hanshaw’s Priorities And A Special Medicaid Application For Pregnancy, This West Virginia Morning

We hear from House Speaker Roger Hanshaw, R-Clay, who outlines his goals for the 2026 West Virginia Legislative session. Also, if you’re newly pregnant and haven’t been able to afford health insurance, there’s a good chance you qualify for Medicaid.

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Arts & Culture Bill Lynch +, Jan. 23, 2026

MVP Noise, Appalachian Flooding And Temperature Blankets, Inside Appalachia

This week, people continue to resist the Mountain Valley Pipeline. Some folks have complained to the company about noise from compressor stations. Also, why is Appalachia so prone to severe flooding? We spoke with a reporter whose team dug into the data to find out. And, a good blanket will keep you warm on a cold night, but a handmade temperature blanket can convey a message to a loved one.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Jan. 19, 2026

Affording A Gym Membership And Increasing Electricity Costs, This West Virginia Morning

If you’re looking to sign up for a new gym membership this year, it’s worth looking into whether your health insurance will help with some or all of the cost. And, soaring electricity costs and the slow growth of renewable energy.

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Government Eric Douglas, Jan. 12, 2026

House Dems Focus On 'Kitchen Table' Issues For 2026 Session

House Democrats say "kitchen table" issues like childcare and utility costs are at the forefront of this year’s legislative agenda.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Jan. 07, 2026

Transforming Rural Health Access, This West Virginia Morning

West Virginia is set to receive a nearly $200 million federal award for the state’s 2026 Rural Health Transformation Fund. It’s designed to transform rural health care, but against the backdrop of staggering cuts to Medicaid. There are significant questions about what the new program can accomplish – and how rural hospitals in the state may fare in the months and years ahead.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Jan. 06, 2026

Benefits Of Community Health Centers, This West Virginia Morning

A job loss or an unexpected change in coverage costs might mean that you’re starting the year without health insurance. If you're looking for care, there might be an affordable option near you that you’ve never heard of.

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