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Singer, Mountain Stage Host Kathy Mattea Remembers Dolly Parton, This West Virginia Morning

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On this West Virginia Morning, we remember Dolly Parton, not just as a musician and celebrity, but as a voice for Appalachian humor, resilience and kindness. Inside Appalachia’s Mason Adams spoke with Mountain Stage host and country star Kathy Mattea, who shares some of her memories. 

Also, a second data center is coming to Mason County, Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced Thursday. 

And, Justice William “Bill” Wooton has been released from a hospital following a medical incident Wednesday morning in the midst of oral arguments at the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia.  

Finally, the U.S. Department of Justice is offering free training and prevention resources to help schools and youth groups keep children safe online.

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