Nature

As Freshwater Mussel Populations In Kentucky Decline, Researchers Are Looking For Answers

Freshwater mussels are scattered throughout waterways in Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia, playing a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. But populations are dwindling, and researchers want to better understand the causes.

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Reviewing Tick Safety For Spring

Cases of Lyme disease have seen a sharp rise in recent years, so reporter Chris Schulz recently spoke with Dr. Kane Maiers, associate medical director for UPMC GoHealth Urgent Care in West Virginia to learn more.

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Rise In Tick Population Is Raising Risk Of Tick-Borne Illnesses

The number of cases of Lyme disease have risen sharply in recent years, along with other tick-borne illnesses.

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W.Va. Author Explores The Natural World In New Book

Writer Sheila McEntee has been observing nature for most of her life, especially birds. She’s published essays about her experiences in Stonecrop Review, Woods Reader and Wonderful West Virginia magazine. Several of these essays have been collected for McEntee’s first book. It’s titled, "Soul Friend: And Other Love Notes to the Natural World." Bill Lynch spoke with McEntee about writing and developing an interest in nature.

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