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Government WVPB Staff, Aug. 29, 2024

A Morgantown Camping Ban Aimed At Homelessness, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a camping ban aimed at addressing homelessness in Morgantown is expected to pass next week. As Chris Schulz reports, community members and advocates are speaking up in opposition.

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Health & Science Maria Young, Aug. 24, 2024

Greenbrier Off The Auction Block, An HIV Mystery And A Camping Ban That Targets The Homeless This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, we’ll hear from Governor Jim Justice about efforts to auction off his Greenbrier Resort – and what he says is behind it all. Plus, why health officials worry tha...

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Economy Emily Rice, Jul. 08, 2024

W.Va.’s First Study On Homelessness Released

There’s not just a single reason that people end up being homeless in West Virginia, according to a new study.

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Government Chris Schulz, May. 20, 2024

New Shelter Funding System A Boon For Some, Problem For Others

13 West Virginia shelters applied for state funding this year, but ultimately 11 shelters were awarded funds.

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Government WVPB Staff, Jan. 18, 2024

Camping Ban In Wheeling And State Lawmakers Talk DHHR Restructuring, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a new camping ban went into effect in Wheeling this month. But as Chris Schulz reports, advocates for the unhoused community are pushing back.

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Government Randy Yohe, Feb. 07, 2023

Statewide Homeless Survey Bill Advances

SB 239 would have behavioral health providers, treatment specialists, statewide government leaders and community stakeholders assess a breakdown of homeless demographics.

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