This week, ballads tell stories about all kinds of real-life events, but after Hurricane Helene, one group of ballad singers felt some topics were still too raw. Also, the author of a new book on ancient Ohio credits a former grad student with introducing him to the region’s mysterious earthworks. And, the legacy of Affrilachian poet Norman Jordan includes a summer camp for teens to study their heritage.
Senate President Smith Says ‘It’s A Balance’ When Addressing Issues During Session
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On this episode of The Legislature Today, Sen. Randy Smith, R-Preston, is in his second year as the Senate President. In that role, he is also the lieutenant governor. Smith sat down with News Director Eric Douglas to discuss how he sees things going this session.
Also, in this show, earlier this week, the Senate Education Committee spent over an hour Tuesday discussing House Bill 4574 to provide emergency funding to Hancock County Schools but adjourned without taking action. We have the latest.
And, discussion on the Senate floor on a bill to place the historically significant Robert Aitken Bible in certain public school classrooms Wednesday turned contentious. Maria Young has the story.
Finally, we’ve recruited two teams of high school students this year to follow the West Virginia Legislature and report on issues to the next generation. This week, we hear from our student journalists Lily Rhodes and Saja Huggi as they dive into elements of Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s State of the State address.
The Legislature Today is West Virginia’s only television/radio simulcast devoted to covering the state’s 60-day regular legislative session.
Watch or listen to new episodes every Friday at 6 p.m. on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.
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This week, ballads tell stories about all kinds of real-life events, but after Hurricane Helene, one group of ballad singers felt some topics were still too raw. Also, the author of a new book on ancient Ohio credits a former grad student with introducing him to the region’s mysterious earthworks. And, the legacy of Affrilachian poet Norman Jordan includes a summer camp for teens to study their heritage.
