U.S. Department of Energy Touts Petrochemicals, Puts Money into Coal ‘Innovation’ Grants Reid FrazierJuly 2, 2020 DOE says Appalachia's future for coal and petrochemicals is rosy and is investing in research to find new uses for coal. EconomyEnergyThe Coming Chemical Boom
Invasive Lanternfly Spotted in Pittsburgh Area Julie GrantJuly 2, 2020 Keep an eye out for the nymphs of the Spotted Lanternfly, which can devastate some crops and ooze a sticky substance that encourages a black mold. ConservationFood and AgricultureWild Pennsylvania
Coal Towns Were Counting on Recreation for New Jobs. Then Coronavirus Hit. Brittany PattersonJuly 2, 2020 Communities that invested in outdoor recreation and tourism as coal faded are hopeful that they'll make it through the pandemic. CoronavirusEconomyRecreation
International Mud Day: A Messy Celebration of the Earth Andy KubisJuly 2, 2020 Mud can make you happy and healthy. So what are you waiting for? Go play in it. CultureRecreation
Annual Sojourn Promotes River Recreation and Education Andy KubisJuly 2, 2020 From Johnstown to Apollo, the kayak trip floated through deep gorges, Class II rapids and historic towns. ConservationRecreationWaterWild PennsylvaniaYour Environment Update
Moraine State Park’s History Goes Way Back Kara HolsoppleJuly 2, 2020 You have to go back in geologic time to talk about the history of one of Pennsylvania’s biggest state parks. HistoryRecreationYour Environment Update
Department of Health Says It Is Looking Into Fracking Risks Following Grand Jury Report Brett SholtisJune 30, 2020 DOH said it has already done some of the recommendations like setting up a registry for people to submit health complaints. EnergyHealth
