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Government Chris Schulz, Mar. 03, 2026

House Passes Statewide Camping Ban For Second Year In A Row

House Bill 5319 makes it a criminal offense to camp or store personal belongings on public or private property without authorization.

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Energy & Environment Maria Young, Jan. 23, 2026

Warming Centers For Unhoused People Open Across W.Va.

Homeless service providers across the state are scrambling to provide food and shelter to unhoused people during the upcoming winter storm.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Nov. 03, 2025

Federally Mandated Changes To SNAP Work Requirements Go Into Effect

The work requirement changes are expected to affect approximately 36,000 SNAP recipients in West Virginia.

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Arts & Culture Bill Lynch, Nov. 01, 2025

Food Banks Face Challenges And The History Of Halloween, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, food banks face challenges as SNAP benefits are delayed and the government shutdown continues. Also, an influx of cash may help lift people in Mercer County up out of poverty. We also explore the roots of Halloween.

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Arts & Culture WVPB Staff, Oct. 31, 2025

A Spooky Mountain State Story, This West Virginia Morning

West Virginia and her ancient hills are no stranger to spooky happenings and things we can’t explain. You’ll find no bigger fan of these stories than Jim Lange, the host of Eclectopia. This year for Halloween, he shares this paranormal story from Robert Tipane.

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Government Randy Yohe, Oct. 30, 2025

New Low Barrier Homeless Shelter Opens In Huntington

The Huntington Homeless Services Hub (The Hub) will offer overnight shelter for homeless men. This place is different from other homeless shelters in that the men aren’t required to be sober or commit to treatment.

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