Harrison County Voters To Consider New, Unique Levy Aimed At Historical Preservation
The levy would provide at least $100,000 for the next four years to 13 historic preservation organizations across the county.
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Heat Deaths Likely Undercounted In W.Va.
Thousands of Americans die every year from heat, but the United States' official tally of heat-related deaths does not come close to capturing the full human toll according to recent reporting from NPR.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsDangerous Heat Arrives In Ohio Valley
Storms on Thursday may bring relief to the heat, but also bring the risk of severe thunderstorms.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsStudying Endangered Bats, A Pioneering Appalachian Filmmaker And The Supreme Court Rules On Local Sports, This West Virginia Week
On this West Virginia Week, bats play a critical role in our ecosystems and agriculture, but their numbers are declining in the face of a changing climate and disease.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFactor Heat, Hydration Into Holiday Plans
High humidity will make it feel hotter than the reported air temperature, and experts suggest people should keep an eye on the heat index instead.
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Extreme Heat Warning Posted, Likely To Extend
An extreme heat warning for most of West Virginia’s lowland counties may extend to the weekend. The National Weather Service’s (NWS) extreme heat warning notes dangerously hot conditions for most of the state, with heat index values up to 105 degrees....
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsW.Va. Facing Drought Conditions
July has been an abnormally dry month, leading to drought conditions in many areas of the state. Around 60 percent of the state is experiencing moderate to severe drought conditions. Another 30 percent are experiencing dry conditions.
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