Forests

Native Plant Month Highlights Need To Protect Environment

West Virginia may be "wild and wonderful," but not everything growing in our forests is supposed to be here. News Director Eric Douglas takes us on a nature walk in Kanawha State Forest to learn about the native and non-native plants right under our feet.

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A Forest Project And Senators Reflect On 2023 Legislative Session On This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, with the 60-day legislative session over, lawmakers and West Virginians have a chance to reflect on what was accomplished – and look forward to what still needs to be done for the state. Chris Schulz covered the Senate all session and has one last look at the chamber’s activity.

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Staffing Jails And Celebrating Farms, Forests On This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the state’s jail system is stretched to a breaking point. Even with various programs, incentives and pay raises to encourage more West Virginians to serve as correctional officers, there are still severe vacancies.

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Research Reveals Clean Air Makes Stronger Forests

Air pollution can actually cause forests to grow faster, as the nitrogen in acid rain is a fertilizer. The problem is, it makes the trees weaker and more susceptible to storm damage.

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