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Planning Commission Expands Infrastructure Work During Pandemic

Planning Commission Expands Infrastructure Work During Pandemic - 6:55

In light of the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Brooke Hancock Jefferson Metropolitan Planning Commission is living up to its commitment of working in the forefront of infrastructure planning. BHJ MPC Executive Director Michael Paprocki tells host Sheila Hyland that they are working on broadband infrastructure for education, work at home and businesses, alternative transportation for rural residents in the Weirton-Steubenville area, and technical assistance for business recovery. bhjmpc.org

Getting Ahead in the Workforce

Getting Ahead in the Workforce - 4:51

The unemployment rate in Steubenville is higher than the national average and one group has a work readiness program that provides more than just a resume for low income people and those seeking a better life. Kelly Jeffers, Director of New Initiatives at the Urban Mission in Steubenville, OH, talks with host Tate Blanchard about the Jobs For Life program. urbanmission.org

Library Takes A Gamble Where Kids Now Connect

Library Takes A Gamble Where Kids Now Connect - 4:53

One West Virginia county library took a chance on a concept to bring youth together and it has paid off. In just one year, their table top role playing club has grown from 1 kid to more than 20 kids, creating a place for kids from surrounding states to connect. Alexandra L. Schneider, Library Director, Brooke County Public Library, also tells host Tate Blanchard how libraries are still important in today's technology world. wellsburg.lib.wv.us

Dress for Success at YWCA's Unique Boutique

Dress for Success at YWCA's Unique Boutique - 4:14

The Y Not Repeat Boutique is the best kept secret in the Ohio Valley. Kathy Baxter, Director of Development, YWCA Wheeling, tells host Tate Blanchard that genty worn and never worn clothing is affordable for all women to shop, and for those in need with a referral get a work-week wardrobe at no charge to help them back on their feet. ywcawheeling.org

Comprehensive Resources & Services For Needy

Comprehensive Resources & Services For Needy - 3:36

Showers, laundry, 2 meals a day, food pantry, utility and rent help, and a meal route for the homebound are just some of the resources from one of Wheeling's comprehensive service center for the needy. Host Tate Blanchard talks with Latrisha Whitelatch, Assistant Coordinator at the Catholic Charities Neighborhood Center. catholiccharitieswv.org

Kids with Autism Reach Highest Potential

Kids with Autism Reach Highest Potential - 4:52

Kids born with autism, which experts estimate to be 1 in 59, need intervention to reach their fullest potential. Host Tate Blanchard talks with Staci Stephen, Director of Development at the Augusta Levy Learning Center in Wheeling, who says that 84 percent of the kids with autism graduate from the center needing no further intervention. augustalevy.org

Helping Philanthropists Give Back to the Ohio Valley

Helping Philanthropists Give Back to the Ohio Valley - 4:13

A Women's Giving Circle in its 10th year that keeps on giving with $350K raised thus far and an internship designed to retain young people in the community upon graduation are just some of the programs the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley handles for philanthropists who want to give back to their community, according to Executive Director Susie Nelson. Tate Blanchard hosts. cfov.org

United Way Connects Funds for All

United Way Connects Funds for All - 4:08

The United Way of the Upper Ohio Valley supports 40 programs within 24 agencies in its eight county area covering WV and OH, and also has a successful grant-finding program that also helps agencies outside of the United Way. Executive Director Jessica Rine talks with host Tate Blanchard. unitedwayuov.org

Freeze Shelter To Provide Warmth

Freeze Shelter To Provide Warmth - 6:56

Providing warmth for those in need during frigid temperatures is one of many programs offered to those in need by Youth Services System, according to Tammy Kruse, Director of Development. Tate Blanchard hosts. youthservicessystem.org

All Star Hoops and Turkey Talk Serve to Help Others

All Star Hoops and Turkey Talk Serve to Help Others - 6:10

Dr. Darrell Cummings, Director, North Wheeling Community Youth Center, talks with host Tate Blanchard about the creative things his organization does to help others. northwheelingyouthcenter.org

Improving the Community Through Change

Improving the Community Through Change - 3:49

Crystal Lorimor, Executive Director, Community Improvement Corporation of Belmont County, tells host Tate Blanchard how the organization has weather change and survived through the decades to serve as a resource for business. belmontcic.com

Southern Border Observations

Southern Border Observations - 4:30

Rep. Bill Johnson, Ohio 6th District reflects on his observations of his recent trip to our Southern Border. Host Eric Minor. billjohnson.house.gov

Domestic Violence Prevention by Teaching Healthy Relationships

Domestic Violence Prevention by Teaching Healthy Relationships - 4:23

Patricia Flanigan, Program Director, Prevent Family Violence Program at the YWCA Wheeling, talks with host Eric Minor about how they are trying to reduce family violence by reaching middle school students with info about healthy relationships. ywcawheeling.org

YWCA Wheeling's Women Inspired In New Directions (WIND)

YWCA Wheeling's Women Inspired In New Directions (WIND) - 3:37

Laura Albertini-Weigel, Director, YWCA Wheeling's Women Inspired In New Directions (WIND) program, speaks with host Eric Minor about offering support to women recovering from drug addictions. ywcawheeling.org

Mural Honors 2 Tuskegee Airmen

Mural Honors 2 Tuskegee Airmen - 3:32

Paul Zuros, Director of Operations, Historic Fort Steuben, talks about a new moral honoring 2 Tuskegee Airmen, Jerome & John Ellis Edwards (brothers from Stuebenville, Ohio) and other historic offerings at Fort Steuben. Eric Minor hosts. oldfortsteuben.com

Bringing Awareness and Understand of Others' Feelings

Bringing Awareness and Understand of Others' Feelings - 4:44

Bringing an understanding of how people feel about the way they are treated is the goal of programs sponsored by the YWCA of Wheeling, WV. Guest Ron Scott, Jr., Cultural Diversity & Community Outreach Director speaks with Host Eric Minor. ywcawheeling.org

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