Jennifer Mellenkopf
East Palestine band director Jennifer Mellenkopf had to improvise ways to keep the school production of “The Lion King Jr.” on track despite the disruption of a massive train derailment. Photo: Oliver Morrison / 90.5 WESA

Episode for March 31, 2023

When the train carrying hazardous chemicals derailed in East Palestine, students there were weeks away from the opening night of their school musical. They decided the show must go on. We’re there for the dress rehearsal.

We’ll also hear from the author of a new book about the 1948 air pollution disaster that made Donora, Pennsylvania famous. Plus, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is holding meetings to get feedback about bringing back the American marten to the state’s forests. Plus news about U.S. Steel, and the budget for the PA DEP.

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