Green Bank Observatory SETI Tours Takes Visitors Behind The Scenes, This West Virginia Morning

The Greenbank Observatory is offering a limited chance to go behind the scenes to check out its Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI). SETI tours are offered to small groups – ages 12 and up – several times a month through October. We caught up with the Observatory’s news manager to find out more about the tours – and what exactly scientists there are looking for.

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Education Chris Schulz, Feb. 02, 2026

School Discipline Data, Enforcement Focus Of Two Bills In House Education

Two bills before the House Education Committee Monday seek to address school discipline generally and tobacco use in schools specifically.

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Education Chris Schulz, Jan. 13, 2026

Focus On Reading, Math Fundamentals In Early Grades Paying Dividends In State Schools

Passed in 2023, House Bill 3035 standardized reading and math education across the state and activated thousands of teachers’ aides to ensure targeted support for students.

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Economy Jack Walker, Feb. 25, 2025

Law Reversal Would Help Residents With Disabilities Find Work, Advocates Say

Some advocates say reinstating a priority status for West Virginia's state use program would help people with disabilities find jobs and expand the state's workforce.

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Government Chris Schulz, Sep. 30, 2024

State Funding For Charter Schools Advanced By House Education Committee

Charter school advocates have long said a lack of startup funds makes it difficult for brick and mortar charter schools to open in the state, but a new bill may give them access to school building funds.

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WVPB News Liz McCormick, Apr. 06, 2017

House Passes Bill to Help Volunteer Fire Departments

With the passage of their budget bill behind them, members of the House are working their way through a number of bills left on their agenda this…

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WVPB News Liz McCormick, Feb. 27, 2017

Higher Ed Institutions Could Have More Flexibility Under this Bill

A bill aimed at giving the state’s two largest universities more control over their own affairs advanced in the House of Delegates Monday.House Bill 2542…

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