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Working To Graduate Debt-Free At Marshall And Hiking West Virginia’s Longest Trail, This West Virginia Morning

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On this West Virginia Morning, Marshall University’s “Marshall For All’ project allows participating students to complete a 4-year bachelor’s degree without accruing any debt. Randy Yohe spoke with Marshall For All Project Director Jennnifer Jimison on how the program works, even as America’s student loan debt percentage continues to soar.

Also, fire season came early for New River Gorge Park in September, with the Beury Mountain fire. Caelan Bailey reports on how firefighters prepare, contain, and coordinate fire response.

And Hurricane Helene closed much of the southern Appalachian Trail. Allegheny Trail Coordinator Marissa Bennett wants hikers to know they can find alternatives in West Virginia. She spoke to reporter Jack Walker about efforts to reach more hikers and volunteers.

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Maria Young produced this episode.

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