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Health & Science Eric Douglas, Mar. 30, 2026

State Loses Grant Money For Farmers Due To DEI Concerns

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has canceled a large grant program that has provided millions of dollars in annual funding to West Virginia.

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Health & Science Eric Douglas, Mar. 12, 2026

National Group Sues To Stop SNAP Waivers

A national group has sued the Trump administration over Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food waivers like the one granted to West Virginia.

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Education Maria Young, Jun. 24, 2025

400+ Free Summer Feeding Sites Ready For W.Va. Students

A searchable map shows locations across West Virginia that provide free meals through the Summer Feeding Program.

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Education Chris Schulz, May. 14, 2025

Federal Funding Cuts, New Dye Requirements Fuel Uncertainty In School Lunchrooms

From aviation administration to worker safety, federal cuts implemented by the Trump administration have touched every aspect of life. That includes the USDA's Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program, which provided funds for schools to purchase fresh, local food for students.

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Government WVPB Staff, May. 14, 2025

Opioid Settlement Suit Drags On And Schools Lose Local Food Funding, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the state Supreme Court declined to rule in an opioid settlement lawsuit and schools assess effects of cuts to local food purchasing program.

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Health & Science Emily Rice, Apr. 17, 2025

EBT Scams On The Rise; Officials Advise Precautions

Nearly 150,000 West Virginia households depend on SNAP benefits to feed their families. With rates of card skimming on the rise, officials are advising proactive measures to protect EBT cards.

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