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Health & Science Jack Walker, Apr. 24, 2024

Deer Test Positive For Chronic Wasting Disease In Harpers Ferry

Two deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease in Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, marking the disease's first documented occurrence in the park.

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Arts & Culture Curtis Tate, Nov. 15, 2023

2nd Tree Headed To Nation's Capital From Mon National Forest

U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin’s office said a 40-foot Norway spruce from the Monongahela National Forest will be placed on the Ellipse at the White House.

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Government Briana Heaney, Sep. 29, 2023

New River Gorge National Park To Close During Government Shutdown

Across the country thousands of park rangers will be furloughed, gates will be locked, and visitor centers will be closed at national park sites, if there is a government shut down, including all of West Virginia's national park and forest lands.

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Arts & Culture Briana Heaney, Sep. 27, 2023

The Transient, Loud, Sparkly And Rowdy Culture Of Fall Boating In W.Va.

The chance of ending up in the water is higher in those rapids, McQueen said. He believes in the river mantra that a boater is always just in between swims.

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Energy & Environment Briana Heaney, Sep. 18, 2023

National Park Climbing Stewards Educate Climbers About Conservation And Etiquette

With the rise in the popularity of climbing in the region, the national park hired some ambassadors to educate climbers about climbing etiquette, conservation and safety.

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Economy Curtis Tate, Aug. 22, 2023