W.Va. Photographer Joins Team USA For International Competition
A Charleston-based photographer is in Iceland this week taking part in the 2026 World Photographic Cup international photography competition.
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PSC Orders Plans For Weirton Water Service Improvements
The Public Service Commission of West Virginia ordered the Weirton Area Water Board to take several steps to improve the water quality and service reliability of the system.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFollowing His Resignation, Health Officer Reflects On 4 Years In W.Va. Government
After two years as West Virginia’s State Health Officer and four years working to improve the state’s health through the government, Dr. Matthew Christiansen resigned on Friday, Dec. 13. On Monday, he spoke with West Virginia Public Broadcasting’s Health Reporter, Emily Rice about his time in state government and what the future may hold.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWest Virginia Health Officials Urge Flu Vaccinations
West Virginia health officials are encouraging providers to ensure their patients over six months old get flu vaccinations.The Bureau for Public Health…
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFlu Outbreak on The Rise in West Virginia
West Virginia's health officer says the flu outbreak has increased statewide and is expected to peak in a few weeks.Dr. Rahul Gupta, state health officer…
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Smoking Rates Decline in Pregnant W.Va. Women
New data from the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources shows fewer women in the state are smoking while pregnant now compared to a few…
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsTwo Years After Chemical Spill, Water Utilities Submit Protection Plans
Source water protection plans are mandates water utilities are required to follow to keep drinking water safe. However, before 2014, following these plans…
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