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Economy Chris Schulz, May. 07, 2026

W.Va. Officials See Value Of Long-Distance Trail Project

Across the country, old railroads have been converted into multi-use trails for folks to get out and enjoy nature. An ambitious vision to connect communities in West Virginia to Pittsburgh via rail trail is taking a big step towards completion.

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Arts & Culture Eric Douglas, May. 01, 2026

Pet Remembrance Event Planned For Parkersburg

There will be a Faithful Friends Pet Remembrance Service Sunday at 2 p.m. at the the Vaughn-Kimes Funeral Home in Parkersburg.

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Energy & Environment Maria Young, Aug. 13, 2025

Historic Scout Camp Prepares For A Change Of Hands

Roughly 350 acres nestled along a bend in the Hughes River, south and east of Parkersburg, Camp Kootaga has been a scout camp since 1922. But with a COVID-era sharp decline in scouting numbers, the Buckskin Council, which owns the place, made the tough decision to sell.

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Education Chris Schulz, Jul. 23, 2025

New WVU President To Embark On Statewide Tour

The tour will visit two dozen tour stops including historical sites, business locations and local communities across 18 counties.

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Arts & Culture WVPB Staff, May. 07, 2025

Mothman Potato Chips And Cutting Cement’s Carbon Emissions, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, Appalachia’s most famous cryptid is on a bag of chips, and efforts to reduce carbon emissions from cement production.

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Health & Science Jack Walker, Mar. 10, 2025

Four W.Va. Agencies Addressing Substance Use Secure Federal Grants

Four West Virginia organizations that aim to prevent opioid use and support addiction recovery have secured a federal grant from the United States Department of Justice.

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