Cicadas, Wild Mushrooms And Sinkholes, Inside Appalachia

This week, cicadas are emerging again. They’re an important food source for wildlife — and even some people. Also, morel mushrooms are a forager’s delight, but don’t shortcut cleaning them. We follow along with mushroom hunters and talk to a chef. And, sinkholes can cause a lot of damage. But they’re also fascinating.

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Health & Science Jack Walker, Apr. 28, 2025

WVU Medicine Plans $260M Expansion For Eastern Panhandle Hospitals, Citing New Demand

As population growth spurs medical demand in West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle, WVU Medicine is investing $260 million in facility expansions for Berkeley and Jefferson counties.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Apr. 25, 2025

Strong Winds Prove Fatal For Beloved Shepherdstown Eaglets, But Adults Rebuild Nest

Over the weekend, severe winds knocked an eagle nest out of a sycamore tree in Shepherdstown, killing the three eagle chicks that called it home. Both adult parents survived and returned to the nest site to rebuild.

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Government Jack Walker, Apr. 24, 2025

Rep. Moore’s Trip To El Salvador Mega-Prison Spurs Martinsburg Protest

U.S. Rep. Riley Moore's visit to an El Salvador prison detaining individuals deported from the United States has sparked frustration for some, and now a protest in Martinsburg.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Apr. 21, 2025

Sidewinder Sues Jefferson County Planning Commission Over Rejected Water Bottling Plant

After plans for a water bottling facility in Jefferson County were rejected last month, the company behind the project is suing the local planning commission over their decision.

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Arts & Culture Jack Walker, Apr. 17, 2025

Eastern Panhandle Artist’s Intricate Illustrations Grew From Classroom Interest, Support

Today, Antonia Capriotti's bright, intricate illustrations form entire exhibitions in West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle. But years ago she was only just discovering her love for art as one of the first two students to receive a specialized curriculum for their Autism in Jefferson County Schools.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Apr. 09, 2025

Senate Committee Carves Out Microgrid Tax Revenue For Counties

The Senate Economic Development Committee approved House Bill 2014 on Tuesday after a three and a half hour meeting with testimony from several witnesses. The bill would expand the number of microgrids...

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