West Virginia Morning - June 7, 2012

On this WV Morning anti-mountaintop removal lobbyists shake the hill at the nation’s capital, and families also lobby Congress to pass legislation that would protect miners. Plus, a story about promoting bed & breakfasts in Huntington.

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By Dave Mistich

The Kanawha County adult drug court celebrated six graduates yesterday after they successfully completed a minimum 12-month program. Those in the program are subjected to intensive treatment and supervision, including random drug testing and regularly scheduled court appearances.

By Ben Adducchio

Traffic fatalities are more common in Appalachia than in the rest of the country, according to a study published by some WVU researchers.

By Ashton Marra

This week the governor announced a new head for the state Department of Health and Human Resources. Gov. Tomblin chose Beckley resident and Mullens native Karen Bowling to replace current acting Secretary Rocco Fucillo.

By Clark Davis

For the 50th season, the asphalt track in Ona near Huntington will host races starting tomorrow night.

By Suzanne Higgins

West Virginia First Lady Joanne Tomblin and Commissioner of Culture and History Randall Reid-Smith traveled to Raleigh County Thursday to congratulate the 2013 winners of the West Virginia State History Bowl.
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