This week, people with mental health challenges or substance use disorder often end up in jail. But crisis response teams offer another way. Also, one year after the Mountain Valley Pipeline went into service, people who live directly in the pipeline’s path have received compensation. But not everyone. And, the Sacred Harp songbook gets an update for the first time since the early 1990s.
The Us & Them virtual dinner party is back — this time, for a post-election discussion over dessert.Lalena Price
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2021 will offer us all some new beginnings. Political leaders take office with the prospect of a COVID vaccine on the horizon.
However, millions of people are reeling from the economic consequences of the pandemic. Millions more are angry over the election outcome. How do we move our democracy forward?
Our Us & Them virtual dinner party is back – this time, for dessert. Our guests, from across the divide, will talk about how honest, open conversation can help us come together.
If you’re interested in a conversation with people across the divide, check out BraverAngels.org.
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This episode of Us & Them is presented with support from the West Virginia Humanities Council and the CRC Foundation.
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This week, people with mental health challenges or substance use disorder often end up in jail. But crisis response teams offer another way. Also, one year after the Mountain Valley Pipeline went into service, people who live directly in the pipeline’s path have received compensation. But not everyone. And, the Sacred Harp songbook gets an update for the first time since the early 1990s.
An annual summertime staple for West Virginia, the Charleston Sternwheel Regatta will return to Kanawha County this weekend with events running from Thursday, July 3 to Sunday, July 6.
July 4 is nearly upon us, and soon firework displays will light up the night sky across West Virginia. Fireworks can be an opportunity for family fun, but medical and fire prevention officials urge residents to use caution.
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