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A recap of the weeks top stories from The Dominion Post, relayed by the journalists who covered them.


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    Postcast 84 - August 20, 2021 Farewell

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2021 3:02


    Welcome to the last episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode, we say goodbye, sort of. It has been a pleasure to bring you the news for the past year and a half, but The Postcast as a weekly show has come to an end. A different iteration of the show is in the works, so be on the lookout. For now, enjoy The Dominion Post's other shows, and head over to dominionpost.com for all your local news needs.Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 83 - August 6, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2021 30:26


    Welcome to the latest episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode an early morning visit from the sheriff leaves a family with questions, and previews of the football season from Mountaineers to Mohigans.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Early morning visit by sheriff's deputies raises questions:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/31/early-morning-visit-by-sheriffs-deputies-raises-questions/Morgantown has big numbers to open fall camp, Mohigans look to replace leaders from offense and defense: 2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/08/02/morgantown-has-big-numbers-to-open-fall-camp-mohigans-look-to-replace-leaders-from-offense-and-defense/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Newsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 82 - July 30, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2021 27:39


    Welcome to the latest episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode the former Mylan plant begins to shutter, a football player transfers away but leaves unpaid rent, and how a Texas-Oklahoma exit from the BIG 12 will impact WVU athletics.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Remaining employees of former Mylan vow to keep activism going:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/28/we-arent-going-anywhere-remaining-employees-of-former-mylan-vow-to-keep-activism-going-after-saturday-closure/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/27/theyre-pulling-the-pin-on-the-place-mylan-move-out-begins/Former WVU star safety Tykee Smith sued by Dark Knight LLC over $7,941 in rent, fees: 3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/27/former-wvu-star-safety-tykee-smith-sued-by-dark-knight-llc-owners-of-chateau-royale-over-7941-in-rent-fees/Josh Edwards has sights set on becoming the state's best ever:4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/17/a-run-for-history-university-high-distance-runner-josh-edwards-has-sights-set-on-becoming-the-states-best-ever/Don't look now, but conference realignment is about to shake up the college sports landscape:4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/22/column-dont-look-now-but-conference-realignment-is-about-to-shake-up-the-college-sports-landscape-yet-again/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Newsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 81 - July 23, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2021 25:47


    Welcome to the latest episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode a suspected vandal fails to appear in court, regional fairs return after the pandemic, a local runner prepares to cement his place in the history books and WVU football players have updated facilities to look forward to this fall.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Man accused of damaging Westover cruisers skips court:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/16/man-accused-of-damaging-westover-cruisers-skips-court/Paw Paw fair returns after COVID forced hiatus: 2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/19/paw-paw-fair-returns-after-covid-forced-hiatus/Josh Edwards has sights set on becoming the state's best ever:3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/17/a-run-for-history-university-high-distance-runner-josh-edwards-has-sights-set-on-becoming-the-states-best-ever/WVU coach Neal Brown gives tour of upgraded football facilities at Puskar Center:4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/20/wvu-coach-neal-brown-gives-tour-of-upgraded-football-facilities-at-puskar-center/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Newsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 80 - July 16, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2021 22:33


    Welcome to the latest episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Morgantown moves closer to long-awaited sharps containers downtown, city council selects a First Ward councilor, and COVID still looms over football this fall.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Health Right Sharps Containers Downtown:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/10/health-right-hopeful-public-sharps-containers-will-be-up-soon/Morgantown City Council First Ward appointment: 2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/06/new-council-taps-selin-as-mayor-will-appoint-a-1st-ward-representative/COVID and the 2021 football season:3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/14/big-12-commissioner-delivers-state-of-the-conference-address-talks-covid-19-protocols-for-2021-season/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Newsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 79 - July 9, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2021 29:45


    Welcome to the latest episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode a job fair for Mylan workers facing unemployment, Morgantown's newest millionaire, and a look at WVU football's recruitment efforts.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Job Fair for Mylan Workers:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/04/regional-community-job-fair-coming-to-morgantown-area/Local Vaccination Sweepstakes Winners: 2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/30/of-big-bucks-and-babydog-jim-justice-award-1m-vaccine-sweepstakes-prize-in-morgantown/WVU's football recruitment successes:3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/05/column-who-could-be-wvus-breakout-stars-in-2021/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Newsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 78 - July 2, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021 34:05


    Welcome to the latest episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Morgantown increases some utility rates, medical cannabis continues to drive debate, and the NCAA now allows college athletes to profit off their own name and likeness. Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:MUB rate increases:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/29/morgantown-utility-board-approves-rate-increases-due-to-inflation-viatris-closure/Medical Marijuana: 2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/30/mon-commission-adopts-order-tied-to-disapproval-of-medical-cannabis-law/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/26/physicians-concerned-with-states-medical-cannabis-law/NCAA athlete income rule change:4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/07/01/wvu-football-program-attempting-to-embrace-nil-ruling/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 77 - June 23, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2021 23:47


    Welcome to a slightly early episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode a look at the looming layoffs from the Morgantown Mylan plant next month and the impact on workers, as well as the on local economy.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Mylan Plant Closure: https://www.dominionpost.com/tag/mylan/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 76 - June 18, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2021 23:21


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode firefighters remain at odds with Morgantown over holiday pay, and an update on goings on in Monongalia County, including pool improvements, medical cannabis regulations, and the Ramada Inn project.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Firefighter Holiday Pay Dispute:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/16/firefighters-morgantown-appear-in-court-over-holiday-pay-lawsuit/Monongalia County Updates:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/11/city-county-investing-in-upgrades-for-60-year-old-pool-facilities/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/16/mon-commission-will-likely-weigh-in-on-medical-cannabis-next-week/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/12/announcements-coming-for-former-ramada-inn-project/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 75 - June 11 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2021 38:34


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode a confrontation at a Westover city council meeting, the price of Doing it for Baby Dog goes up, and an update on the prep sports postseason and college football playoffs changes.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Westover City Council Confrontation:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/07/name-calling-leads-to-confrontation-between-councilman-westover-resident/The Cost of "Do it for Baby Dog":2. OPINION: https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/01/justice-needs-to-pick-an-incentive-plan-and-stick-to-it/Local Sports Playoffs3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/08/university-softball-senior-lindsey-vorndran-dominating-the-scoreboard/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/05/prep-roundup-university-clay-battelle-softball-teams-claim-sectional-titles-uhs-baseball-team-knocked-out-of-postseason-by-bridgeport/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Newsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 74 - June 4, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2021 33:39


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode an incentive program hopes to get West Virginians to take the COVID-19 vaccine, and one last wave of activity in local sports as the prep postseason kicks off.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/01/justice-vaccine-incentive-lottery-to-begin-june-20-1m-prize-tops-weekly-drawings/2. OPINION: https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/01/justice-needs-to-pick-an-incentive-plan-and-stick-to-it/Local Sports Playoffs3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/06/02/prep-roundup-morgantown-falls-to-john-marshall-faces-elimination-game/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Newsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 73 - May 28, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 33:10


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Morgantown's police union files a lawsuit against the city, a look at a series on sexual assault, and the local athletes making the leap to college sports next year.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Lawsuit filed to stop creation of Morgantown police review board1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/19/lawsuit-filed-to-stop-creation-of-morgantown-police-review-board/Sexual Assault Awareness and Response Series2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/01/survivors-share-their-stories/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/tag/sexual-assault/Local prep athletes make the jump to college sports:4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/24/former-wvu-pitcher-alek-manoah-called-up-by-blue-jays-will-make-mlb-debut-against-yankees/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Newsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    The Postcast - Special Episode: West Run Watershed

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2021 13:11


    Welcome to a special episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode reporter Gabriella Brown takes a look at the state of the West Run watershed in Morgantown after years of impact from acid mine drainage and local land development.Articles discussed in this episode: https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/23/ive-found-three-legged-frogs-out-there/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.ioLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)

    Postcast 72 - May 21, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2021 26:15


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode more Monongalia students get vaccinated, a look at the local track & field scene, and a preview of a story from our Sunday paper.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Mon middle-schoolers receive first COVID vaccine1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/19/we-all-have-to-do-this-mon-middle-schoolers-receive-first-covid-vaccine/Marshall soccer title and local track & field2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/20/university-high-alum-collin-mocyunas-wins-national-championship-with-marshall-mens-soccer-team/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/15/prep-roundup-morgantown-boys-tennis-team-rallies-in-doubles-to-maintain-perfect-record/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/15/jackson-snyder-jordan-thomas-to-go-from-crosstown-competitors-to-teammates-roommates-at-marshall/Researcher concerned over flooding, AMD in West Run Watershed5. Check this space later this weekend for the full story!Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Newsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 71 - May 14, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 30:27


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode firefighters resolve a pay issue with the city of Morgantown, the Black Bears get a hometown coach, and a fight downtown leaves an Uber driver injured & a community concerned.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Morgantown firefighters resolve pay dispute:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/07/morgantown-firefighters-resolve-pay-dispute/Prep Basketball Tournament and Black Bears baseball:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/08/history-making-heartache-no-2-patriots-upset-no-1-mohigans-in-stunner-47-46/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/04/19/jedd-gyorko-excited-for-opportunity-to-spend-time-with-family-in-morgantown-after-being-named-black-bears-manager/Uber driver speaks out about fight that damaged vehicle4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/10/morgantown-police-investigating-physical-altercations-uber-driver-speaks-out-about-fight-that-damaged-vehicle/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Lofi Sadness by RamolProLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/6789-lofi-sadnessLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseNewsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 70 - May 7, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 21:39


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode WVU students raise concerns about campus mental health resources, a look at WVU baseball, and local high schools stay alive in the state boys' basketball tournament.https://teamwammer.com/ Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:WVU students raise concerns about Carruth Center:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/03/students-raise-concerns-about-carruth-center/WVU Baseball & Prep Basketball Tournament:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/06/wvu-roundup-mountaineers-offense-explodes-n-backyard-brawl-beat-pitt-8-2/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/05/05/throne-holders-no-1-morgantown-looks-to-stay-strong-through-state-tournament-secure-first-4a-title/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Lofi Sadness by RamolProLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/6789-lofi-sadnessLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseNewsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 69 - April 30, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 32:32


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode a look at the COVID-19 situation in Monongalia County schools, and a preview of local teams headed to the state basketball tournament.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Monongalia County schools COVID update:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/04/28/mom-and-social-worker-to-boe-lessen-the-mask-mandate/Prep Basketball Post-Season:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/category/sports/local-sports/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Lofi Sadness by RamolProLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/6789-lofi-sadnessLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseNewsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 68 - April 23, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2021 30:45


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode a final look at Morgantown's city council election, a WVU spring football preview, and Morgantown's citizen's police review board sees a major change.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Morgantown City Council elections:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/04/17/four-write-in-candidates-running-for-morgantown-city-council/WVU Spring Football:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/04/22/cross-training-the-theme-of-the-spring-on-wvu-offense-and-defense/Citizen's Police Review Board:3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/04/20/powers-of-police-review-board-cut-as-it-heads-back-for-city-council-review/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Lofi Sadness by RamolProLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/6789-lofi-sadnessLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseNewsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 67 - April 16, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 36:16


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode the Eastern United States braces for cicadas, a look back at the origins of "Country Roads," and in our new sports segment we talk winter prep sports postseason preparations.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Billions of Brood X cicadas:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/04/11/strength-in-numbers-17-year-cicadas-to-emerge-by-billions/Prep Sports Postseason and Headlines:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/category/sports/'Country Roads' Turns 50:3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/04/11/__trashed-13/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Lofi Sadness by RamolProLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/6789-lofi-sadnessLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseNewsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 66 - April 9, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 42:39


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode WVU students feel burnt out without spring break, a review of the 2021 state legislative session, and a new, regular sports segment. This week: NCAA transfer troubles.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:WVU students feeling burnout:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/04/02/lack-of-spring-break-leaves-wvu-students-feeling-burnout/Transfers and Headlines:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/category/sports/2021 West Virginia Legislative session:3. https://www.dominionpost.com/category/west-virginia-legislature/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Lofi Sadness by RamolProLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/6789-lofi-sadnessLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseNewsflash 2 by Sascha Ende®Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/160-newsflash-2License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 65 - April 2, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 19:40


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Morgantown has a new Chief of Police, COVID vaccines for Monongalia students, and the city's firefighter pay dispute heats up.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:New Chief of Morgantown Police:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/30/morgantown-names-new-police-chief/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/30/longtime-mpd-officer-named-chief/Mon Schools COVID update:3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/31/covid-quarantines-bench-11-on-uhs-boys-basketball-team-plus-other-students-across-the-district/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/29/more-covid-quarantines-in-mon-schools-but-the-district-is-readying-to-vaccinate-students/5. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/28/mons-high-schools-to-hold-prom-with-no-dancing-allowed/Morgantown Firefighters Pay Dispute:6. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/28/iaff-local-313-accuses-morgantown-city-manager-of-illegal-pay-reduction/7. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/31/dispute-between-morgantown-firefighters-city-continues/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Lofi Sadness by RamolProLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/6789-lofi-sadnessLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 64 - March 26, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 31:23


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Morgantown City Council elections, a COVID update from Monongalia County schools, and Morgantown County Commission takes on local infrastructure.Stories discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Morgantown City Council election:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/21/harshbarger-unopposed-to-represent-the-citys-6th-ward/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/23/bergen-gets-unanimous-support-to-fill-morgantown-council-vacancy/3. ELECTION INFORMATION: https://morgantownwv.gov/157/Election-InformationMon Schools COVID update:4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/19/two-positive-cases-put-100-into-quarantine-at-uhs/5. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/19/first-student-to-student-virus-case/6. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/22/another-covid-monday-in-mon-schools/7. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/23/quarantine-numbers-are-getting-attention/Monongalia County Commission infrastructure projects:8. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/19/mon-county-preps-letter-for-circuit-court-on-delayed-projects/9. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/24/mon-commission-talks-roads-with-doh-representatives/10. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/17/county-broadband-effort-draws-interest-from-across-the-country/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Lofi Sadness by RamolProLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/6789-lofi-sadnessLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 63 - March 19, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 15:37


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode a proposed tax means trouble brewing for state beer makers, and a Morgantown business owner is charged in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot.Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Beer Barrel Tax Proposal:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/16/state-brewers-concerned-over-impact-of-governors-tax-plan/George Tanios charged in Jan. 6 Capitol Riot:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/15/sandwich-university-owner-arrested-charged-for-role-in-capitol-riot/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/15/tanios-arrested-before-faces-civil-lawsuit/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/17/sandwich-shop-owner-to-stay-in-jail-through-weekend/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Lofi Sadness by RamolProLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/6789-lofi-sadnessLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 62 - March 12, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2021 21:01


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode a local restaurant gets unexpected support, Monongalia County's vaccines are halved, and personal experience with local crime.Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Acid Mine Drainage in Muddy Creek, Cheat River:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/09/friends-of-the-cheat-concerned-over-impact-on-ecosystem-following-former-mine-blowout/Monongalia County schools:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/08/more-covid-at-mhs-on-the-day-mons-high-schoolers-return-for-in-person-classes/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/09/more-vaccine-is-on-the-way-for-mon-teachers-and-other-school-employees/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/10/more-covid-in-mon-classrooms-state-board-approves-facilities-plan-amendment/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Lofi Sadness by RamolProLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/6789-lofi-sadnessLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    Postcast 61 - March 5, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2021 21:44


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode a local restaurant gets unexpected support, Monongalia County's vaccines are halved, and personal experience with local crime.Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Mountain Mama's:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/03/02/mountain-mamas-receives-game-changing-donation-from-barstool-sports/Monongalia Vaccine Allotment:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/25/monongalia-countys-covid-19-vaccine-doses-to-be-temporarily-halved/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/26/hoyer-discusses-temporary-reduction-in-countys-vaccine-allotment/Reporter gets firsthand experience of crime:4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/28/reporter-gets-taste-of-crime-firsthand/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 60 - February 26, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2021 25:48


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Morgantown High School's girl's basketball team is put on quarantine, and the city of Morgantown's upcoming budget could take a hit from proposed legislation. Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Monongalia County schools:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/23/more-covid-on-mhs-girls-basketball-team-boe-discusses-return-to-school/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/24/unvaccinated-mon-educators-worry-about-safety-while-covid-cases-and-quarantines-continue/Morgantown Budget/Sobering Center:3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/23/haws-city-finances-in-relatively-good-shape-following-challenges-of-2020/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/24/county-puts-up-100000-for-sobering-center-expresses-concern-over-sb-12/Coverage of West Virginia Legislature:https://www.dominionpost.com/tag/wv-legislature/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 59 - February 19, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 18:37


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode persistent winter weather causes problems on regional roads, and dozens of Monongalia County students are sent home to quarantine. Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Winter Weather Woes:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/15/coal-truck-wreck-closes-fairmont-road/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/17/doh-workers-from-around-state-help-with-ice-storm-damage/COVID in Monongalia County schools:3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/13/covid-quarantines-sideline-uhs-boys-basketball-wrestling-teams/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/17/covid-keeps-answering-roll-in-mon-school-district/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 58 - February 12, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2021 22:27


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode an arrest in a local murder investigation, a property dispute in Sunnyside, and the latest from Monongalia County schools. Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Alexa Randolph Investigation: 1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/11/man-accused-of-killing-woman-in-his-garage/Sunnyside Alley D Dispute:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/06/sunnyside-property-owners-at-odds-with-city/Vaccines, Quarantine and Back to Class in Monongalia County Schools:3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/08/mason-dixon-elementary-on-remote-for-the-next-two-weeks-due-to-covid/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/05/mon-teachers-receive-2nd-moderna-dose/5. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/09/mon-schools-set-to-go-5-days-a-week-next-month/6. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/10/a-fourth-mason-dixon-student-tests-positive-teacher-unions-didnt-know-district-was-calling-for-boe-to-vote-on-going-back/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 57 - February 5, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2021 25:12


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode updates from the WestRidge development, fears of violence against local religious groups, and what back to school means for school sports. Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Missing Woman Found Dead: 1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/02/01/missing-womans-death-being-investigated-as-homicide/Cindy Frich Facebook Post2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/28/frich-decries-paper-for-reporting-on-social-media-post/Former Employee Sues WVU:3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/29/wvu-sued-for-alleged-discrimination-retaliation/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 56 - January 29, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2021 20:47


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode updates from the WestRidge development, fears of violence against local religious groups, and what back to school means for school sports. Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Winter Hiking: 1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/22/outdoors-notebook-my-3-favorite-trails-around-morgantown-for-winter-hiking/Back to School Controversy2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/26/3-new-covid-cases-in-schools/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/27/aft-wvea-undeterred-by-court-decision/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 55 - January 22, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2021 21:46


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode updates from the WestRidge development, fears of violence against local religious groups, and what back to school means for school sports. Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:WestRidge Updates: 1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/17/burlington-homegoods-among-stores-coming-to-westridge-commons/Local Synagogues and Mosques:2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/14/patrols-increased-around-local-mosques-synagogues/School Sports in COVID-193. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/20/how-can-they-function-class-aaa-multi-sport-athletes-have-easier-road-than-smaller-schools-but-not-by-much/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 54 - January 15, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2021 15:32


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Morgantown's Ramada Inn project takes a big step forward, and the debate over in-person or remote learning heats up. Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Preston Back to School/State Board of Education: 1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/12/boe-votes-to-delay-getting-back-in-class/2, https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/13/state-wants-to-override-decision/Monongalia County Back to School/Balancing Act3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/12/mon-county-schools-will-stay-on-remote-learning-through-feb-12/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/09/getting-a-shot-in-the-arm/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 53 - January 8, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2021 16:29


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Morgantown's Ramada Inn project takes a big step forward, and the debate over in-person or remote learning heats up. Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Ramada Inn Project: 1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/30/justice-announces-3-5m-to-turn-old-ramada-inn-into-social-services-center/Gov. Justice Back to School Plan2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/30/justice-all-elementary-and-middle-schools-may-resume-in-person-starting-jan-19-vaccine-program-for-age-80-and-up-begins/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/30/justice-faces-some-push-back-on-schools/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/04/teacher-union-files-foia-regarding-kids-return-to-classroom/5. https://www.dominionpost.com/2021/01/05/districts-look-to-have-final-say-in-return-to-schools/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 52 Year in Review - December 31, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2021 20:17


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode we take a look back at some of the year's top stories including the Wings Ole property dispute, the racial justice movement, and Diamond Village.Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Sundale Outbreak: 1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/03/27/postcast-12-march-26-2020/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/06/05/postcast-22-june-5-2020/Monongalia County Bar Shutdown3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/07/03/postcast-26-july-3-2020/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/18/postcast-37-september-18-2020/5. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/25/postcast-38-september-25-2020/Clips of Gov. Jim Justice pulled from: July 13 Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ivtHiy3IPw&t=888sDec. 9 Press Conference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8tzvZ7k4DoMusic in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 51 Year in Review - December 25, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2020 35:14


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode we take a look back at some of the year's top stories including the Wings Ole property dispute, the racial justice movement, and Diamond Village.Episodes discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:Wings Ole1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/03/20/postcast-11-mar-20-2020/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/04/postcast-35-september-4-2020/Racial Justice/BLM3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/06/05/postcast-22-june-5-2020/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/18/postcast-37-september-18-2020/5. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/07/10/postcast-27-july-10-2020/6. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/08/07/postcast-31-august-7-2020/7. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/25/postcast-38-september-25-2020/Diamond Village8. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/07/24/postcast-29-july-24-2020/9. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/08/07/postcast-31-august-7-2020/10. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/08/21/postcast-33-august-21-2020/11. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/09/postcast-39-october-2-2020-2/12. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/20/postcast-46-november-20-2020/13. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/04/postcast-48-december-4-2020/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 50 - December 18, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2020 13:55


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Preston County Commission reacts to the closure of the Morgantown Mylan plant, and a holiday tradition cancelled due to COVID-19 is (safely) replaced.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/11/mylan-plant-to-shutdown-july-31-1500-jobs-to-be-lost/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/15/preston-asks-state-to-help-replace-mylan-jobs/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/13/a-different-kind-of-display/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 49 - December 11, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2020 16:59


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode community support after a fire, a Preston judge pushes for the mask mandate, and the latest on COVID-19 and the vaccine in West Virginia.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/03/young-girl-dies-in-house-fire/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/08/community-support-pours-in-for-family/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/08/preston-judge-asks-county-officials-to-enforce-mask-wearing-among-employees/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/10/preston-courthouse-annex-to-close-three-days-for-covid-19-deep-cleaning/5. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/09/justice-vaccines-are-on-the-way-but-dont-stop-wearing-your-mask/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 48 - December 4, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 20:05


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Preston schools face a funding crisis, Diamond Village is dismantled, and Monongalia County begins planning for COVID-19 vaccines.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/12/01/preston-schools-could-lose-employees-after-enrollment-loss-blamed-on-covid-19/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/30/encampment-closed/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/23/university-avenue-project-gets-nod-from-morgantown-board-of-zoning-appeals/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/26/commissioners-want-plans-in-place-for-vaccine-distribution/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 47 - November 27, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2020 19:39


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Preston High needs a new principal, another vacant house catches fire, and the latest from the Morgantown city council.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/01/17/postcast-2-jan-17-2020/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/03/27/postcast-12-march-26-2020/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/06/05/postcast-22-june-5-2020/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 46 - November 20, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2020 19:10


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Preston High needs a new principal, another vacant house catches fire, and the latest from the Morgantown city council.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/13/preston-county-looks-for-principal/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/16/house-fire-on-listravia-ave-sparks-brush-fire-power-out-on-earl-l-core-road/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/08/kim-haws-citys-new-chief-exec-talks-plans/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/12/morgantown-posts-closure-notice-of-homeless-encampment/5. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/18/council-commission-approve-agreement-to-begin-woodburn-overhaul-project/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 45 - November 13, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 24:29


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode an interesting lawsuit out of Preston County, and an update on the state's COVID-19 response.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/08/parents-of-6-children-file-10m-federal-lawsuit/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/09/covid-death-toll-jumps-to-530-as-dhhr-uncovers-27-incorrectly-reported-deaths/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/11/11/new-wv-covid-cases-reach-all-time-high-cdc-updates-mask-guidance/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 44 - November 6, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2020 16:35


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Westover police call out one of their own, and Monongalia County schools handle COVID cases in stride.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/29/westover-officers-sign-letter-accusing-one-of-their-own/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/30/mhs-positive-case-may-affect-students-teachers/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/27/superintendent-mon-schools-enrollment-down-due-to-covid/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 43 - October 30, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2020 16:01


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode local bars continue to resist the governor's restrictions, and a look at the Aull Center's Haunted History Month series.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/27/judge-refuses-to-grant-injunction-governors-orders-for-mon-county-bars-remain/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/29/haunted-history-month-jason-burns/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 42 - October 23, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2020 22:06


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode employees file lawsuits against local chain restaurants, a break in a Preston murder case, and Monongalia County moves closer to medical cannabis.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/06/teen-third-to-sue-former-dunkin-manager/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/17/whistleblower-sues-cold-stone-over-termination/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/20/fire-that-destroyed-home-of-tunnelton-man-accused-of-murder-deemed-suspicious/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/19/man-accused-in-2019-preston-county-murder-waives-preliminary-hearing/5. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/22/board-approves-20-dispensary-permits-will-move-ahead-with-county-regulations/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 41 - October 16, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2020 11:43


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Monongalia County bars get a second chance to reopen, and Preston County schools consider the impact of declining enrollment.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/12/shut-down-indefinitely-on-sept-2-county-bars-allowed-to-reopen-today/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/12/preston-schools-face-devastating-loss-of-funding-because-of-covids-impact-on-enrollment/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 40 - October 9, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2020 22:12


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Preston County takes a hard look at its ambulances, Monongalia County grapples with housing and roads, and critics point to Clay Battelle as evidence of the state's COVID counting issues.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/04/ems-across-west-virginia-face-challenges/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/05/six-diamond-village-residents-moved-into-housing-18-remain-at-the-encampment/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/07/family-appeals-to-county-commission-to-assist-with-green-bag-road-roundabout/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/06/county-football-coach-who-tested-positive-associated-with-wvu/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 39 - October 2, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2020 21:25


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Monongalia finally goes back to school, Preston County clears up cleaning issues, and Morgantown might expect some changes to its roads in the coming years. Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/10/01/back-in-session-schools-open-today/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/28/preston-school-superintendent-responds-to-teacher-comments-about-covid-19-cleaners/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/30/public-private-agreement-allows-study-of-new-harmony-grove-interchange/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 38 - September 25, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2020 22:45


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Monongalia bar owners take action, Morgantown's community policing review board meets with opposition, and Mon County's schools could re-open, or choose not to. Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/23/bar-and-restaurant-owners-sue-governor-and-city/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/23/interim-police-chief-says-discussions-have-strayed-well-beyond-department-review/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/22/mon-schools-watching-for-map-update/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 37 - September 18, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2020 29:38


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode area bars struggle with forced closure, Preston county's COVID preparedness is put to the test, and we clarify the state's color-coded case map.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/13/area-bar-owners-workers-surviving-during-pandemic-difficult/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/04/fat-daddys-responds-to-photographs/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/13/black-lives-matter-march-in-kingwood-meets-with-opposition-but-goes-on-peacefully/4. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/14/west-preston-school-employee-tests-positive-for-covid-19/5. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/14/preston-teachers-tell-board-of-ed-cleaning-materials-and-training-to-use-them-arent-sufficient/6. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/15/covid-maps-get-new-gold-color-and-additional-parameter-news-on-counting-wvu-infections-expected-wednesday/7. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/16/covid-positive-wvu-students-isolated-at-arnold-apartments-will-count-as-1-case-for-mon-countys-map-status/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 36 - September 11, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2020 20:23


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Preston County students return to in-person classes, and local COVID-19 tensions are laid bare through sports.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/08/school-begins-in-preston-county/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/05/column-the-rug-has-been-pulled-from-underneath-us-and-were-allowed-to-be-mad/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

    Postcast 35 - September 4, 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 23:25


    Welcome to another episode of The Postcast, the audio companion to The Dominion Post newspaper in Morgantown, WV. In this episode Morgantown moves to obtain some land, bars open just to close, and sports editor Sean Manning explains why fall sports are in jeopardy in Monongalia County.Articles discussed in this episode, in order mentioned:1. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/08/27/city-says-it-will-acquire-wings-ole-property-by-agreement-or-eminent-domain/2. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/09/02/mon-county-bars-closed-indefinitely/3. https://www.dominionpost.com/2020/08/31/column-monongalia-county-we-are-very-close-to-losing-high-school-sports/Music in this episode is from https://filmmusic.io"Acid Trumpet" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

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