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Blankenship On Trial
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On April 5, 2010, 29 men were killed in an explosion at the Upper Big Branch Mine in Montcoal, West Virginia. Federal regulators say a history of unsafe practices led to the explosion and prosecutors are now trying to prove that culture at Massey Energy came from the top down, starting with former CEO Don Blankenship. These are the stories as they are told in the courtroom, the evidence as presented by both sides and the community's reactions to the trial of Don Blankenship.
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How Hurricane Helene Affected Substance Use Recovery, This West Virginia Morning
May 22Tap to summarizeOn this West Virginia Morning, it’s been a year-and-a-half since Hurricane Helene ravaged Central Appalachia. Communities are still recovering, including those who were already in recovery for addiction. Blue Ridge Public Radio’s Katie Myers has more. Also, at least one of West Virginia’s too-close-to-call primary races will go to a recount. And, new reporting shows that renewable energy is growing across the country with some surprising states leading the way. Finally, a 70-acre stretch of land in Upshur County will be transformed into a multi-purpose recreational complex, thanks to multiple grants and a generous gift. West Virginia Morning is a production of West Virginia Public Broadcasting which is solely responsible for its content. Support for our news bureaus comes from Shepherd University and Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications. West Virginia Morning is produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Eric Douglas and Maria Young. Eric Douglas is our news director. Teresa Wills is our host. Maria Young is our producer. Listen to West Virginia Morning weekdays at 7:49 a.m. on WVPB Radio or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode. #WVMorning
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Future Of First-Time Farming Program Uncertain, This West Virginia Morning
May 21Tap to summarizeOn this West Virginia Morning, a small federal grant program aimed at increasing first-time farmer’s access to land, training and tools was finding fertile ground in West Virginia. But in March, the Trump administration suddenly terminated it, leaving local partners uncertain about their futures. For the Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom, Chris Schulz reports. Also, during a Senate Appropriations Defense Subcommittee hearing on Capitol Hill this week, U.S. Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., asked if a warfare training center in southern West Virginia could help modernize military training. And, millions in federal funds will protect West Virginia from exposure to lead in drinking water. Finally, the unemployment rate in West Virginia has fallen from March levels but remains slightly higher than the national average. West Virginia Morning is a production of West Virginia Public Broadcasting which is solely responsible for its content. Support for our news bureaus comes from Shepherd University and Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Maria Young produced this episode. Listen to West Virginia Morning weekdays at 7:49 a.m. on WVPB Radio or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode. #WVMorning
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Day Of Remembrance Held In Kentucky One Year After Tornado, This West Virginia Morning
May 20Tap to summarizeOn this West Virginia Morning, last weekend was the first anniversary of a tornado that devastated communities in nearby southern Kentucky. A Day of Remembrance event honored those who lost their lives, and reflected on a year of recovery. For the Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom, Shepherd Snyder has this report. Also, West Virginia lawmakers are taking a hard look at the sustainability of statewide spending on special education. And, the beginning of July promises to be an extremely busy time for the City of Charleston, with not one but two major celebrations underway. Finally, the streets of Charleston will once again be filled with world-class cycling races, set to kick off June 16. West Virginia Morning is a production of West Virginia Public Broadcasting which is solely responsible for its content. Support for our news bureaus comes from Shepherd University and Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Maria Young produced this episode. Listen to West Virginia Morning weekdays at 7:49 a.m. on WVPB Radio or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode. #WVMorning
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Understanding If An Electric Vehicle Is Right For You, This West Virginia Morning
May 19Tap to summarizeOn this West Virginia Morning, the price of gas has skyrocketed, but how do you know if you would save money with an electric vehicle? The Allegheny Front, a Pittsburgh-based public radio program that reports on environmental issues in the region, reports on how to find out if you would save money with an electric vehicle. Also state audits reveal potential savings, the state's gas tax is expected to rise and vets warn about pets accidentally eating cannabis. West Virginia Morning is a production of West Virginia Public Broadcasting, which is solely responsible for its content. Support for our news bureaus comes from Shepherd University and Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Maria Young produced this episode. Listen to West Virginia Morning weekdays at 7:49 a.m. on WVPB Radio or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode. #WVMorning
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Bringing A Nashville Steam Locomotive Back To Life, This West Virginia Morning
May 18Tap to summarizeOn this West Virginia Morning, an historic steam locomotive that occupied Nashville’s Centennial Park for decades will soon hit the rails again. John Boyle of the Appalachia Mid-South Newsroom reports on a yearslong restoration effort to save the train. Also some lawmakers are back in Charleston this week for interim meetings and canvassing starts today for last week's primary election. West Virginia Morning is a production of West Virginia Public Broadcasting, which is solely responsible for its content. Support for our news bureaus comes from Shepherd University and Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Maria Young produced this episode. Listen to West Virginia Morning weekdays at 7:49 a.m. on WVPB Radio or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode. #WVMorning
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Judge Copenhaver Dies And The Primary Wraps Up, This West Virginia Week
May 16Tap to summarizeOn this West Virginia Week, a long-serving judge dies, the primary election wraps up and national hospital week is observed. Bill Lynch is our host this week. Our theme music is by Matt Jackfert. West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State. It's produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Eric Douglas, Maria Young and Randy Yohe. Learn more about West Virginia Week.
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Fantasy Music Festival Comes To Appalachia, This West Virginia Morning
May 15Tap to summarizeOn this West Virginia Morning, Appalachian music comes in all kinds. Inside Appalachia’s Mason Adams spoke with Mason Salomeini, organizer of the electronic music celebration Dungeon Fest in Whitesburg, Kentucky. Also some of Tuesday's primary races remain too close to call, the state's math scores improve and students have new opportunities in the utilities and energy sector. West Virginia Morning is a production of West Virginia Public Broadcasting which is solely responsible for its content. Support for our news bureaus comes from Shepherd University and Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications. West Virginia Morning is produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Eric Douglas, Maria Young and Randy Yohe. Eric Douglas is our news director. Chuck Anziulewicz is our host. Maria Young produced this episode. Listen to West Virginia Morning weekdays at 7:49 a.m. on WVPB Radio or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode. #WVMorning
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Treating Addiction With Psychedelics, This West Virginia Morning
May 14Tap to summarizeOn this West Virginia Morning, psychedelic drugs might find acceptance as a treatment potential for mental health conditions and drug addictions. From the next episode of Us & Them, host Trey Kay checks back with a friend named Dimitri Mugianis who’s been using a psychedelic drug called ibogaine to help people kick addictions. Also, the governor's endorsements in the primary election get results, beverage distributors go on strike and the production of mining tools goes local. West Virginia Morning is a production of West Virginia Public Broadcasting, which is solely responsible for its content. Support for our news bureaus comes from Shepherd University and Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Maria Young produced this episode. Listen to West Virginia Morning weekdays at 7:49 a.m. on WVPB Radio or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode. #WVMorning
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An Election Night Update From The W.Va. Secretary Of State, This West Virginia Morning
May 13Tap to summarizeOn this West Virginia Morning, Secretary of State Kris Warner provided an election night update on voter turnout and results from Tuesday’s primary election. Also Sen. Shelley Moore Capito cruises to the Republican nomination, and election analysis from a West Virginia University professor. West Virginia Morning is a production of West Virginia Public Broadcasting, which is solely responsible for its content. Support for our news bureaus comes from Shepherd University and Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Maria Young produced this episode. Listen to West Virginia Morning weekdays at 7:49 a.m. on WVPB Radio or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode. #WVMorning
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A Changing Landscape For W.Va. Hospitals, This West Virginia Morning
May 11Tap to summarizeOn this West Virginia Morning, Jim Kaufman, president and CEO of the West Virginia Hospital Association, spoke with Maria Young about some of the challenges that lie ahead for hospitals and those who need them in the Mountain State. And the Primary Election is tomorrow, as well as a look at making America's pastime accessible to all. West Virginia Morning is a production of West Virginia Public Broadcasting, which is solely responsible for its content. Support for our news bureaus comes from Shepherd University and Marshall University School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Maria Young produced this episode. Listen to West Virginia Morning weekdays at 7:49 a.m. on WVPB Radio or subscribe to the podcast and never miss an episode. #WVMorning
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