World War II

Arts & Culture Chris Schulz, Dec. 06, 2024

Pieces Of Pearl Harbor History Play Part In Remembrance Ceremony

West Virginia University commemorated the anniversary of Pearl Harbor a day early this year. Each December, the bell of the USS West Virginia rings out in remembrance.

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Arts & Culture Jack Walker, Oct. 29, 2024

Kingwood WWII Veteran Laid To Rest 80 Years After Dying In Combat

A veteran from Kingwood, Preston County was buried at a cemetery in his hometown Tuesday, eight decades after he died in World War II combat on the South Pacific Palau islands. Lieutenant Jay Manown, Jr...

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Government Curtis Tate, Oct. 10, 2024

Woody Williams Statue Approved For Capitol

The statue of Williams will replace one of John Kenna, a Confederate veteran who represented West Virginia in the U.S. House and Senate.

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Economy WVPB Staff, Aug. 08, 2024

Drought-Resistant Agriculture And Jobs For Former Inmates This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, drought conditions have ravaged agriculture in West Virginia, and sustainable farming techniques could be the path through a changing climate. And a look at former prisoners filling the state's workforce gaps.

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Government Maria Young, Aug. 07, 2024

W.Va. Soldier Killed In 1945 Finally Comes Home

A World War II soldier from McDowell County, West Virginia will be buried Saturday, nearly 80 years after he was killed in action. Private First Class Mose Vance was 21 years old. ...

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Government Curtis Tate, Apr. 12, 2024