New Scorecard Reveals Which States Prepared for Climate Health Threats

Key Takeaways A new scorecard ranks U.S. states on climate risks to public health and health care systems Vermont leads the country in readiness; West Virginia ranks last in climate preparedness, the study says States with strong clean energy...

In coal-powered West Virginia, sky-high energy costs strain residents

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As his electricity bill soared in recent years, Martec Washington decided not to replace his broken-down car and started riding the bus. He has taken on multiple jobs, including scheduling surgeries and teaching hip-hop fitness...

All Fired Up: West Virginia officials praise Department of Energy plan to reinvigorate coal-fired power

(Photo Illustration - MetroCreativeConnection) CHARLESTON — State officials and federal lawmakers are praising a plan from the administration of President Donald Trump to breathe new life into the waning coal-fired power industry, though opponents...

Hatfield McCoy Trails offer unique look at fall foliage in West Virginia

LOGAN, W.Va. (WV News) — Long known as a haven for outdoor lovers and adventure seekers, West Virginia is increasingly capturing the attention of visitors both near and far. Whether they come for rugged trail rides, serene mountain views or dark...

Whistles through the leaves: West Virginia railroads offer front seat to fall

As the days in West Virginia start to cool and the leaves shift to vivid hues, adventurous minds may look for new opportunities to take in the changing colors of the Appalachian Mountains. While train travel may not be the quickest, a trip on the...

Appalachian Author Reflects On Heritage, Portrayal Of Cherokee In Literature

The audio above is from the Oct. 2, 2025 episode of West Virginia Morning. Scroll below to listen to a longer version of this conversation. Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle is the 2025 Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence at Shepherd University....

Monthly Weather Review

Looking Back At Early Fall Weather(Maxuser | WHSV)HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) - September is coming to a close, and October is upon us. It’s time to take a look back at the weather we’ve seen over the last month. While the calendar might say fall,...

National Weather Service To Hold SKYWARN Training At Marshall

Home » Stories » National Weather Service To Hold SKYWARN Training At Marshall Emma Johnson Published September 30, 2025 - 4:15 pm SKYWARN is a national network that has over 230,000 community volunteers who safeguard their communities by alerting...

Sugarcreek museum lands rare articulated steam locomotive from 1949

SUGARCREEK — The Age of Steam Roundhouse Museum has acquired a rare steam locomotive, the Chesapeake & Ohio Railway #1308. According to a community announcement, the locomotive, a 2-6-6-2 steam engine, has been on display outdoors in a Huntington,...

The US Environmental Protection Agency says Coal is Cool, Again

This past June, the US EPA revised its views on power plant emissions, particularly of coal-fired plants. In short, EPA is now in favor of emissions. OK, we’re kidding, but not by much. The agency proposed to rollback: 1) the Clean Air and Water...

Commonwealth Fund report finds NY and Vermont well positioned to weather climate challenges

Vermont and New York’s healthcare systems are the best-equipped in the nation to weather the impacts of climate change. That’s according to a new report by the Commonwealth Fund and Northeastern University. The study released this month looked at...

West Virginia Students Eager To Exercise Their Right To Vote

John Marshall High School students fill out voter registration paperwork on the stage floor following a presentation by West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner on Friday. Overseeing them is government teacher Joshua Gary, left. WHEELING —...

‘I just need basic answers’: West Virginians want transparency as they struggle to get info about planned data centers

POINT PLEASANT — As the meeting organizers wrapped up their presentation on the sprawling industrial project proposed nearby, Ben Stevens quickly stood from his seat in the crowd to get some answers. He wondered how close the project would be...

West Virginia To Pull State Investment from China by 2026

WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2025 – If the state of West Virginia has a foreign policy, it is using money rather than diplomats to make its point. On Wednesday, West Virginia said it will divest state-managed funds from Chinese-owned companies under a...

Mon Power/Potomac Edison explore building gas-fired power plant

dbeard@dominionpost.com MORGANTOWN – FirstEnergy sisters Mon Power and Potomac Edison are exploring having a gas-fired power plant in service by 2031. And the Gas & OI Association of West Virginia is thrilled with the prospect. FirstEnergy first...

Prehistoric West Virginia was never a so-called "uninhabited" hunting ground

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — When I moved to West Virginia in 2013, just out of grad school and anxious to learn more about the local archaeology, it didn’t take long to be introduced to the idea that West Virginia was too rugged and remote for Native...

Trump cuts nearly $8B in clean energy projects in states that backed Harris

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration is cancelling $7.6 billion in grants that supported hundreds of clean energy projects in 16 states, all of which voted for Democrat Kamala Harris in last year’s presidential election. The move comes as...

Trump administration cuts nearly $8B in clean energy projects

WASHINGTON -- The Trump administration is cancelling $7.6 billion in grants that supported hundreds of clean energy projects in 16 states, all of which voted for Democrat Kamala Harris in last year's presidential election. The move comes as...

This scenic train ride through West Virginia has some of the best fall foliage views in the state

Walter Scriptunas II/Greenbrier Express The Greenbrier Express going through fall foliage.Key Points The Greenbrier Express takes passengers on a 15-mile train ride through West Virginia’s colorful fall landscapes. Riders can spot wildlife and...

White House cuts nearly $8B in clean energy projects in blue states

Washington — The Trump administration is cancelling $7.6 billion in grants that supported hundreds of clean energy projects in 16 states, all of which voted for Democrat Kamala Harris in last year’s presidential election. The move comes as...