Mental Health Crisis Response And Mountain Valley Pipeline, Inside Appalachia

This week, people with mental health challenges or substance use disorder often end up in jail. But crisis response teams offer another way. Also, one year after the Mountain Valley Pipeline went into service, people who live directly in the pipeline’s path have received compensation. But not everyone. And, the Sacred Harp songbook gets an update for the first time since the early 1990s.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Jul. 02, 2025

W.Va. Coal Production Rose In First Quarter, But Nearby States Saw Decline

The state’s coal production rose 6.4% in January, February and March, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

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Arts & Culture WVPB Staff, Jun. 19, 2025

Reviving Black Coal Camps And Our Song Of The Week, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we look at efforts to revitalize a former Black coal camp, plus hear from award-winning singer and songwriter Carrie Newcomer for our Song of the Week.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Jun. 09, 2025

Resuming Black Lung Research And Bolstering Cyclist Tourism, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we look into barriers to resuming black lung research after a reversal of federal cuts, plus efforts to strengthen Charleston tourism for cyclists.

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Economy WVPB Staff, May. 01, 2025

Revisiting Morgantown's Camping Ban, Mine Safety Advocates Face Obstacles, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we take a closer look at the camping ban Morgantown passed Tuesday, plus why a mine safety agency has mine worker advocates feeling hindered.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Apr. 04, 2025

Mining Group Seeks To Block Silica Dust Rule Before It Takes Effect

The Mine Safety and Health Administration promulgated the rule last year in an attempt to reduce the silica dust they breathe in on the job by half.

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Government WVPB Staff, Apr. 01, 2025

Legislation Could Affect Teachers, Plus Mine Safety Measures At Risk, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we discuss the role education has played in this year's legislative session, from proposed teacher pay bumps to bills addressing student discipline.

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