The Drought Continues And Amphibians Struggle, This West Virginia Week

The Drought Continues And Amphibians Struggle, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, the springtime drought lingers, beverage distributor workers continue to strike and the state’s amphibians are struggling.  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 and Maria Young.  Learn more about West Virginia Week [https://wvpublic.org/podcasts/west-virginia-morning/west-virginia-week] [https://feedpress.me/link/23802/17351233.gif]

A Primary Recount, An Agency Deficit And Termination Of A Farming Grant, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, after statewide primary elections, at least one race is headed for a recount. Also, independent audits find potential savings at three state agencies – as well as a critical deficit that could affect struggling families. And, a busy summer is on tap in the capitol city. And, the termination of a federal grant program for first time farmers is leaving some growers – and communities – in a bind.  We also discuss the effects of Hurricane Helene in Appalachia.  Maria Young 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 and Maria Young.  Learn more about West Virginia Week [https://wvpublic.org/podcasts/west-virginia-morning/west-virginia-week].  [https://feedpress.me/link/23802/17346950.gif]

Judge Copenhaver Dies And The Primary Wraps Up, This West Virginia Week

On 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 [https://wvpublic.org/podcasts/west-virginia-morning/west-virginia-week].  [https://feedpress.me/link/23802/17342433.gif]

The Primary Turns Ugly And Ambulance Driver Indicted, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, the primary election in the state turns ugly and racist, an ambulance driver is indicted for the death of a man in Elkview and Democrats call for an investigation of Senator Jim Justice.  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 [https://wvpublic.org/podcasts/west-virginia-morning/west-virginia-week].  [https://feedpress.me/link/23802/17337370.gif]

The Opioid Settlement And Gas Price Shock, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, an opioid settlement reaches a milestone, gas prices shock Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., and we have more information on the recent chemical spill near Nitro.  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 [https://wvpublic.org/podcasts/west-virginia-morning/west-virginia-week].  [https://feedpress.me/link/23802/17330738.gif]