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Latest ‘Us & Them’ Reflects On 2025, This West Virginia Morning

Author: West Virginia Public Broadcasting December 11, 2025 Duration: 0:00

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West Virginia Morning from West Virginia Public Broadcasting is your essential daily update on life across the Mountain State. This news-driven podcast brings you timely coverage of important events, thoughtful reporting on education and the economy, and the latest developments in environmental issues that shape local communities. Listeners can expect in-depth stories, on-the-ground perspectives, and meaningful interviews with West Virginians from every corner of the state. Each episode highlights the people, places, and decisions that define West Virginia today, with clear context and a focus on what matters most to residents. Tune in on your morning commute or whenever you have time to listen episodes that keep you informed, connected, and engaged with your state.

Federal funding for arts and culture has been curtailed. Trey Kay looks at the reasons in the latest Us & Them. Also, the state board of education has approved another round of school closures and consolidations, the state Legislature is expected to take up several bills in the coming session to address foster care and children who are homeless, and U.S. Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom was laid to rest Tuesday at the West Virginia National Cemetery in Grafton....

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