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Government WVPB Staff, Aug. 05, 2025

Trains Are ‘Back On Track’ And Housing Homeless Veterans, This West Virginia Morning

Amtrak's Cardinal line is expected to resume operations in both directions on Wednesday after 12 cars derailed over the weekend. And, the city of Huntington is tackling its homeless problem one person at a time -- starting with military veterans.

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Government Maria Young, Jul. 30, 2025

Huntington Launches Program To End Veteran Homelessness

Huntington has launched an effort to secure housing and long-term support for all homeless veterans in the city.

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Government Randy Yohe, Mar. 06, 2025

Huntington Mayor Sends DOGE, GSA Call To Action Letter

Huntington Mayor Patrick Farrell has released the contents of a letter he wrote to administrators of the Department of Government Efficiency and the General Services Administration suggesting that relocating federal workers from Washington, D.C., to Huntington would save taxpayer money, offer more affordable housing, and provide a safer place to live and work.

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Health & Science Randy Yohe, Feb. 04, 2025

Huntington Low Barrier Homeless Shelter In Jeopardy

During last month’s cold snap, Huntington’s low barrier homeless shelter stayed at full capacity. The shelter director says the facility - with its limited restrictions - is unique in West Virginia, but now faces an uncertain future. ...

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Government Randy Yohe, Jan. 13, 2025

Huntington’s LGTBQ+ Rating Leads State

The city of Huntington begins the new year as a state and national leader in creating an inclusive community for the LGTBQ+ population. With some civil rights under attack at the state level, and a new,...

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