MVP Noise, Appalachian Flooding And Temperature Blankets, Inside Appalachia

This week, people continue to resist the Mountain Valley Pipeline. Some folks have complained to the company about noise from compressor stations. Also, why is Appalachia so prone to severe flooding? We spoke with a reporter whose team dug into the data to find out. And, a good blanket will keep you warm on a cold night, but a handmade temperature blanket can convey a message to a loved one.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Dec. 30, 2025

State’s SNAP Soda Ban Goes Into Effect Jan. 1

The push to ban sodas was first announced when U.S. Sec. of Health Robert F. Kennedy visited the state in March as part of Gov. Patrick Morrisey's “Four Pillars of a Healthy West Virginia.”

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Nov. 10, 2025

State Further Funds Food Banks With $2 Million As End To Federal Shutdown Looms

Gov. Morrisey said current funds will suffice until at least Nov. 17 and hopes federal SNAP funds will be back in place by then..

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Economy Eric Douglas, Nov. 06, 2025

Food Banks Receive Additional $2.5 Million

More money from the state of West Virginia is on its way to both of West Virginia’s food banks.

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Arts & Culture WVPB Staff, Nov. 05, 2025

Spooky Season Continues With New Film, This West Virginia Morning

Halloween may be over, but Mountain State spookiness continues on with a new horror film called "Self-Help" shot in locations near Huntington. The film was produced by brothers Erik and Carson Bloomquist. Bill Lynch spoke with Carson about the film and their experience in West Virginia.

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Government Eric Douglas, Nov. 04, 2025

Morrisey May Call Special Session If Shutdown Continues

"We have pledged a total of $14.1 million to fill in for the shortfalls for SNAP benefits,” Gov. Patrick Morrisey said. “We've already distributed $8.6 million of that. That's in the hands of the food banks. And then on Friday, another $2.5 million went out the door."

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Energy & Environment WVPB Staff, Nov. 04, 2025

A Conversation About Hidden Costs On Utility Bills, This West Virginia Morning

Kentucky utility regulators could approve a rate increase for Louisville Gas & Electric and Kentucky Utilities customers. They’ve approved new power plants to meet the electricity demands of data centers. Customers may not have known about the hidden cost they’re paying for two coal plants. Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom Managing Editor Ryan Van Velzer spoke with WVPB’s Curtis Tate about his reporting on those plants.

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