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West Virginia Week

West Virginia Week is a new, web-only podcast from West Virginia Public Broadcasting that looks back at the major news of the week. Check back every Saturday at 8 a.m. to listen to our latest episode and learn what happened this week in West Virginia.

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‘Big, Beautiful’ Vote And Changes In Online Gambling,...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/07/05

West Virginia's vote on the President's 'Big Beautiful Bill,' two top nominations for the state and a recent change in online gambling.The post ‘Big, Beautiful’ Vote And Changes In Online Gambling, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Flash Flood Recovery Efforts And Protesting Possible...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/06/28

West Virginians are reeling from more flash floods -- and trying to recover from the loss of property and life. Also this week: a series of protests over proposed Medicaid cuts. The post Flash Flood Recovery Efforts And Protesting Possible Medicaid Cuts, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Flood Recovery Efforts And Protesting Possible...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/06/21

On this West Virginia Week, we have the latest on devastating floods to hit two counties in the northern part of the state. We’ll also talk about West Virginians' efforts to halt Medicaid cuts. And, we learn about reviving black coal camps in McDowell County — through farming.The post Flood Recovery Efforts And Protesting Possible Medicaid Cuts, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Clean Energy Tax Credits, Gambling Addiction Recovery...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/06/14

On this West Virginia Week, we hear about the possible elimination of clean energy tax credits, paths toward recovery from gambling addiction and a new play exploring immigration and identity in West Virginia.The post Clean Energy Tax Credits, Gambling Addiction Recovery And A New Theater Production, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

River Otters, Online Gambling And Teen Court, This...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/06/07

On this West Virginia Week, we look at the challenges online gambling can bring, efforts to revitalize river otter populations and a peer accountability program for teens.The post River Otters, Online Gambling And Teen Court, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Pushing For Foster Care Transparency And Lessons In...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/05/31

Top stories this week include a push for more transparency in the state's foster care system, the reason behind sudden layoffs for a local electric school bus manufacturer, and a county that teaches skiing and kayaking right along with reading and math. The post Pushing For Foster Care Transparency And Lessons In The Great Outdoors, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Federal Protests Hit Home And Tall Tale Telling Tips,...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/05/24

The top stories in West Virginia this week include a protest against federal cuts, a plan to change what SNAP benefits can buy and efforts to stabilize the state employees insurance agency. The post Federal Protests Hit Home And Tall Tale Telling Tips, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

School Nutrition Cuts And Jennifer Garner Talks...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/05/17

Top stories this week include the impact of federal cuts to school nutrition programs in West Virginia and Jennifer Garner on school-business partnerships and healthy eating.The post School Nutrition Cuts And Jennifer Garner Talks School Partnerships, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Celebrating A New Pope And The Taste Of Mothman, This...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/05/10

A new pope, a new effort to save pets in the Mountain State and a new potato chip -- a lot to report on this West Virginia Week.The post Celebrating A New Pope And The Taste Of Mothman, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Federal Funding Cuts Prompt Instability And...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/05/03

On this West Virginia Week, the federal government continues to announce funding cuts to programs like Americorps, but Sen. Shelley Moore Capito said she is working toward reinstating some federal workers in Morgantown.The post Federal Funding Cuts Prompt Instability And Morgantown Finalizes Its Camping Ban, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Laws Signed, Protests Held And A Rising Black Poet...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/04/26

On this West Virginia Week, there were several protests across the state including one aimed at federal cuts and another at federal immigration efforts. A new law aims to cut back on dangerous drugs on the streets of West Virginia. We’ll take a look at how one plant can help combat the poisonous effects of... View ArticleThe post Laws Signed, Protests Held And A Rising Black Poet This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

An Eastern Panhandle Artist, The Music Hall Of Fame,...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/04/19

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State.The post An Eastern Panhandle Artist, The Music Hall Of Fame, And Lawmakers Go Home, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Final Week Of Legislative Session, Capito On Miner...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/04/12

On this West Virginia Week, the legislature prepares to wrap up its 2025 regular session as both chambers work to pass a balanced budget – Gov. Patrick Morrisey is keeping a close eye on the process. One of the more contentious bills: an effort to prohibit diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in the state. State... View ArticleThe post Final Week Of Legislative Session, Capito On Miner Safety And DEI Debate, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public

Education Legislation, A Statewide Camping Ban And...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/04/05

On this West Virginia Week, as both the legislative session winds down, both chambers are working to pass a balanced budget. Meanwhile, bills related to education, the energy sector and a statewide camping ban also progress.The post Education Legislation, A Statewide Camping Ban And Budget Bills, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Statewide Camping Ban, Requirements For SNAP And One...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/03/29

Top story of the week include a legislative debate over a proposed statewide camping ban and what should be expected of SNAP recipients. Also: the hopes for a comeback of the coal industry and why one city has cracked down on shoplifting. The post Statewide Camping Ban, Requirements For SNAP And One City Cracks Down On Shoplifting, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Bills Wind Through Legislature, Raising Funds For...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/03/22

On this West Virginia Week, legislators debate who should pay for the state’s sex offender registry and whether parents should be informed about their teen’s health choices. We’ll take a look at efforts to help vulnerable communities struggling to recover from debilitating floods and hear from a leading local health official about the lessons learned... View ArticleThe post Bills Wind Through Legislature, Raising Funds For Flood Relief, And The Lessons From COVID-19 Five Years Later, This

Appalachian Mardi Gras, Pet Procedure Subsidies And...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/03/15

On this West Virginia Morning, we explore an Appalachian Mardi Gras tradition, spay and neuter subsidies for pets and women's representation in stories of the early United States.The post Appalachian Mardi Gras, Pet Procedure Subsidies And Women’s Representation In US Narratives, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Federal Cuts Protest, A Legislative Debate Over...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/03/08

On this West Virginia Week, we hear from West Virginians protesting federal cuts to staffing and funds. Plus, we’ll look at legislation to arm teachers in classrooms across the state and have reaction to the dismissal of a long-standing lawsuit against West Virginia’s child welfare system… and, if you have a cryptid story to share,... View ArticleThe post Federal Cuts Protest, A Legislative Debate Over Arming Teachers, And Searching For The State’s Next Cryptid, This West Virginia Week appeared

Vaccines And Trans Rights At The Capitol, Rural...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/03/01

On this West Virginia Week, homelessness in the southern coalfields, losing a dream job to federal cuts and the legislature looks at transgender rights and vaccine exemptions.The post Vaccines And Trans Rights At The Capitol, Rural Homelessness And The Personal Impact Of Federal Cuts, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

A Legislative District In Turmoil, Flood Recovery And...

West Virginia Week ·

2025/02/22

On this West Virginia Week, we’ll learn more from two experts about Certificate of Need and why state lawmakers want to change it. We’ll hear from the state’s new director of substance abuse prevention and recovery. We’ll also visit a legislative district that’s been thrown into chaos. We’ll get an update on the flood recovery... View ArticleThe post A Legislative District In Turmoil, Flood Recovery And Substance Abuse Prevention, This West Virginia Week appeared first on West Virginia Public

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