Election Changes, State Budget And Abortion Medication, At The Legislature This Week

Election Changes, State Budget And Abortion Medication, At The Legislature This Week

Author: West Virginia Public Broadcasting February 7, 2026 Duration: 0:00
On The Legislature This Week, House Finance leaders provide us with some insight into the state budget process. We also hear about lawmakers’ ideas to change local elections, as well as a bill restricting abortion medication in the Senate....

podcast Story Archives - West Virginia Public Broadcasting brings you thoughtful conversations from the heart of Appalachia. Produced by West Virginia Public Broadcasting, this podcast explores the region through its acclaimed series The Front Porch, where big ideas meet local realities. Each episode tackles tough issues facing West Virginia and Appalachia - from politics and policy to culture and community life - with insight and candor. Host and provocateur Scott Finn is joined by columnist Laurie Lin and Rick Wilson of the American Friends Service Committee, creating a lively mix of perspectives that challenges assumptions while staying rooted in the lived experience of the region. Expect smart discussion, civil disagreement, and plenty of context to help you make sense of the news. Listen episodes to hear how national debates play out in Appalachian communities, and discover the voices and stories that rarely make it into the headlines.
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Delegates Discuss Process For Creating State Budget [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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While the West Virginia Legislature may consider hundreds of bills during the 60-day session, there is only one thing they are required by the state constitution to do and that is to pass a balanced budget. The state is…
Printmaking Inspired By Appalachian Stories, Inside Appalachia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This week, some of the stories on our show inspired college student art — including a vivid image of a bear smashing a clarinet. Also, a Hare Krishna community in West Virginia serves vegetarian food made in three sacred…
Tackling The Nation’s Blood Shortage, This West Virginia Morning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Blood is a key part of modern medical care, but keeping a regular supply relies on thousands of volunteers donating regularly. We learn about the importance of blood drives and how technology is making it easier than eve…
Climbers Take Advantage Of Cold Weather, This West Virginia Morning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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For most of us, the cold and ice of the last few weeks have been a struggle, but a group of local rock climbers made the best of it. Also, lawmakers considered bills related to absentee ballot deadlines and medications u…

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