Green Bank Observatory SETI Tours Takes Visitors Behind The Scenes, This West Virginia Morning

The Greenbank Observatory is offering a limited chance to go behind the scenes to check out its Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence (SETI). SETI tours are offered to small groups – ages 12 and up – several times a month through October. We caught up with the Observatory’s news manager to find out more about the tours – and what exactly scientists there are looking for.

Take Me to More News

Home » Teen Smoking

Teen Smoking

Health & Science Eric Douglas, Mar. 18, 2026

Bill Directs Nearly $3M To Smoking/Vaping Cessation

A report from the American Cancer Society notes that more than 28% of West Virginia high school students use tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. That despite the age to purchase the products being set at 21 years of age.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Education Chris Schulz, Feb. 02, 2026

School Discipline Data, Enforcement Focus Of Two Bills In House Education

Two bills before the House Education Committee Monday seek to address school discipline generally and tobacco use in schools specifically.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Health & Science WVPB Staff, Nov. 26, 2024

Spending On Smoking Prevention Lags And Holiday Meals On Wheels, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a new report shows lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in West Virginia. And, many seniors in the state experience food insecurity, especially during the holidays. Meals on Wheels serves seniors who are unable to leave their homes to get meals.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Health & Science Emily Rice, Oct. 02, 2024

Anti-Tobacco Advocates Disappointed With Lack Of Legislative Consideration

Advocates say they are disappointed lawmakers did not consider increasing funding for tobacco prevention during the second special session of the legislature.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Recent Stories

Health & Science Emily Rice, Jul. 17, 2024

Cancer Advocates Petition Governor To Address Tobacco Use In Special Session

Cancer advocates are petitioning West Virginia’s governor to consider an investment for tobacco prevention in his expected call for a special session in August.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Health & Science Emily Rice, Mar. 13, 2024

Group Plans To Ask Legislators For Tobacco Cessation Funding

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is asking lawmakers to support the West Virginia Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Task Force’s request for $5 million.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Load More Articles