Appalachia Matters
Politikk og nyheterAppalachia Matters is a weekly radio show highlighting life in Appalachia. Each week we have a segment on leadership from retired Major General Jim Hoyer, features highlighting agriculture in our region, health care updates from Tom Susman and our host Bo Higby each week highlights a story of community interest.The show is produced by Vandalia Media Partners.
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- Sternwheel Fun, WVDNR on EHD, Young Leader, Jarhead and an ACA Issue (00:29:46)
This week on At the Leadership Table, Retired Major General Jim Hoyer sits down with Brogan Dozier, a young leader and graduate student at West Virginia University and a graduate intern with West Virginia VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster). They discuss how her previous roles in student government and interning with a U.S. Senator led her to find a passion for service - and how she is using that passion for good in the Mountain State.In the Rooted in the Mountain State segment provided by the WV Department of Agriculture we learn about Jarhead Farms in Alderson operated by a Marine and her family. EHD is killing deer in West Virginia and Ohio. We talk with the WVDNR about the disease and their response. Last week we talked with Ohio and it appears the Mountain State approach is more laid back then the Buckeye State.If you purchase health insurance from the federal market place your premiums may skyrocket if congress does not renew a tax credit. Jeremy Smith an ACA Navigator explains what may be ahead. Jim Krantz worked in health care. He has retired and now is spending lot of time on his Sternwheeler. Tom Susman caught up with him at the Pomeroy Regatta. He and wife are living their best life on the river.
- Gold Star Month, Cooper’s Farm, Disease Impacting Deer and Great Gift Boxes (00:29:49)
Gold Star Month, Cooper’s Farm, Disease Impacting Deer and Great Gift Boxes This week on At the Leadership Table with Retired Major General Jim Hoyer, in honor of Gold Star Families Month, the General reflects on a look-back interview with Stan and Shirley White. Gold Star Families have lost a loved one who made the ultimate sacrifice because of their military service. The General provides some powerful commentary on the deep loss that Gold Star Families feel and he encourages us all to reach out to a Gold Star Family, thank them for their service, and speak their child’s name to honor their sacrifice. Stan and Shirley lost two sons as a result of their service - learn more about their story and Gold Star Families in this week's segment and watch the full interview on the General’s YouTube channel by searching RMGHoyer on YouTube. The Cooper Family has built an amazing farm, and we will learn about their endeavor in the Rooted in The Mountain State segment from the West Virginia Department of Agriculture. EHD, or Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease is impacting deer herds in Meigs, Washington and Athens Counties in Ohio. Tom Susman speaks with Chris Smith a biologist with the ODNR. The state may reduce the deer bag limit this year. Advantage Valley is working with several producers and growers to market their products in various gift boxes. We will learn more about this effort in our final segment.
- Margret and the United Way, Angie and WV Healthright, Raising Bees, Life Lessons and a Side Hussle (00:29:52)
This week on Appalachia Matters At The Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down with Margaret O'Neal, President of United Way of Central West Virginia. In the Rooted in The Mountain State, we replay a segment from October 2024 about honey and bees. Angie Settle CEO of West Virginia Healthright talks with Tom Susman. We learn about the region’s largest free and charitable clinic, what drives Settle and about a special one day clinic. In our fourth segment we meet a person who taught himself to make signs and now has a business. The interview is from this past July. As we finish up we will hear from two high golf coaches who believe members of their teams not only compete but learn life lessons from the sport
- Raynes has the Reins at Marshall Health, Cyber Security and Organic WV Eggs (00:29:51)
At The Leadership Table with Retired Major General Jim Hoyer, we hear from Fanta-Marie Toure, a West Virginia educated social media influencer in cybersecurity. In the Rooted in the Mountain State Segment provided by the Department of Agriculture we will learn about an organic egg producer in the state of West Virginia called Hamilton’s Lonesome Ridge Farm. In our final segment Tom Susman sits down with Scott Raynes he is the CEO of Marshal Health Network which includes, the former Saint Marys and Cabell Huntington Hospitals along with Rivers Health in Point Pleasant and several providers and locations throughout southern and western West Virginia.
- WVU Medicine’s Albert Wright Jr's Vision and Andy Henthorn Talks with the General (00:29:51)
This week at the Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down with Andy Henthorn, CEO of Buddy N Beast, a dog treat company in St. Albans, West Virginia. In this segment, Andy discusses his journey that took him to starting a business, what makes West Virginia the ideal place for entrepreneurs, and the role West Virginia local communities play in local leadership. In an extended interview Tom Susman talks with Albert Wright CEO of WVU Medicine which is the one of largest private employer in the state. The company has 25 hospitals, many clinics across the state and has invested billions to build and upgrade the systems infrastructure. They have even formed their own insurance company Peak Health. We will get to know Albert, the WVU System and Discuss what health care must do to thrive in the post big, beautiful bill era.
- Timet Using Local Labor, Football Helmet Battle, STEM on the Farm, Looking Back on Friday Night Lights (00:29:48)
At The Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down for a return visit with Dr. Chris Ramezan, Executive Director of the Cyber-Resilience Resource Center at West Virginia University. In this segment, Dr. Ramezan shares how his first teaching experience reshaped his view of leadership and discusses the mission of the new Cyber-Resilience Resource Center. He also shares insights from an article he authored in the publication The Conversation and offers practical tips for protecting digital privacy in an AI-driven world. In the Rooted in the Mountain State, provided by the department of agriculture we here about the importance of young farmers having exposure to technology and STEM. Agriculture is not immune from the drive for automation and technology use. Young farmers will be the future of the industry. When states offer incentives to attract companies to a state, the goal is to attract local workers to staff the plants.Timet is building a titanium facility near Ravenswood. The company has been successful in attracting local talent. We will hear from four employees who are West Virginians who now work at the site. The company hopes to start partial production in final quarter of this year. Football season is starting, and the question of concussions is a major one especially on the middle and high school level. There is a device called a guardian cap that fits over a football helmet. Aadvocates say the device will help reduce the impact of head injuries and provide additional protection. The West Virginia Secondary Schools Athletic Commission is not sold on it. We bring you an extended conversation with Wayne Ryan who is head of the WVSSAC. In our final segment we will hear from Jocelynn Wilson she was a receiver for Point Pleasant football and she looks back as Friday Night Lights start in our region.
- Harness Racing is a Buckeye Thing, Casto Farm Wins Award and Healthy Eating (00:30:02)
This week At The Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down with Mandy Curry, co-founder of Healthy Kids Inc. In this segment, Mandy shares the family and community mission behind their company and explains why it's about more than food security — it's about ensuring nutrition security too. The Casto Family Farm in Jackson County received the Heritage Farm Award presented by the West Virginia Farm Bureau and the State Fair of WV. We hear from Joe Casto about the farm. Harness Racing in the Buckeye State is a big deal. Tom Susman files a report where he talks with a several individuals involved in the sport. Including a gentleman Roger Houston that has called more harness races than anyone. Many of these races are held during county fairs, the interviews were recorded at the Historic Rock Springs Track at the Meigs County Fair.
- Cool Face, Pack Leadership, Carnival Workers, Capito on ACA & Cute Kids (00:29:36)
Welcome to Appalachia Matters we have a great show lined up for you today. This week At The Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down with Larry Pack, Treasurer of the State of West Virginia. Larry was a former member of the West Virginia House of Delegates, advisor to then Governor Jim Justice and Secretary of Revenue., Larry discusses his history of entrepreneurship, the journey to becoming our state’s Treasurer, and his advice for young leaders in the Mountain State. The West Virginia Grown program supported by the department of agriculture works to promote the purchase of West Virginia made products. One way they do it is each year at the State Fair of West Virginia they operate a country store and sell WV products. While this year’s fair may be over by the time you hear this report make a mental note to stop in next year. The main take away is to buy locally sourced products if you can help our local economy. President Trump's Big Beautiful Bill is now law , and I talked with US Senator Shelly Moore Capito of West Virginia about two related health items, the health transformation fund and a health item that is not in the bill. The issue not dealt with is the health exchange tax subsidies and the current level of subsidies expire on December 31 and without federal intervention 65,000 west Virginians will see a significant increase in premiums, for some it could be a 300% increase. At fairs and festivals, you see different kinds of exhibits, this past week at a county fair I talked with a face painting artist. Her work is amazing, and she grew up in Point Pleasant but lives in Buckhannon WV. She was at the Mason County Fair, and we will get to meet the artist. For those who play carnival games have you ever wondered about the folks who operate the games? I talked with two individuals who do, one is a musician who is fulfilling a bucket list item traveling with the carnival, the second is a person who seems his life has been saved from addiction by being part of the traveling carnival. The final bit is a discussion I had with a brother and sister who were showing animals at the Mason County Fair. They are 110% cute.
- Fair is 100, VOAD, Path Shows the Way & Three Fair Food Vendors (00:29:47)
At the Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down with David Lumsden, Chair of the Board of Directors for the West Virginia Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD). In this episode, Dave shares his journey from the military to the West Virginia non-profit space, and how the folks at VOAD support our communities surrounding disasters such as the recent flooding we’ve seen here in the Mountain State.The State Fair opens soon and runs through August 16, 2025. It is the 100th WV State Fair. Agriculture Commissioner Kent Leonhardt talks about the fair in the Rooted in the Mountain State segment submitted by the WV Department of Agriculture. Randy Smith is a former Meigs County Commissioner and now provides mental health and substance use treatment for Path Behavioral Health. He and Tom had a discussion at the Meigs County back to school event. In our final segment, Tom Susman talks with three local food vendors who set up at area fairs and festivals.
- Learning Life Lessons at the Fair & Teaching Leadership with The Chamber (00:29:45)
This Week’s Appalachia Matters: At The Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down with Pam Farris, the recently retired Executive Director of Leadership West Virginia. The General and Pam discuss the power of connection and trust in leadership, the impact of the Leadership West Virginia program on developing and empowering statewide leaders, and the importance of education and second chances for building a stronger future. We will talk with leaders, youth and parents who are involved in the Jackson County Junior Fair which is held every year in Cottageville WV. The passion shown at Jackson County can be found at most county fairs when it comes to the youth who are showing livestock. The highlight at most fairs is the market sale. The prices paid exceed market rates because the buyers want to support the youth. We provide you a snapshot of the Jackson County Junior Fair livestock operation.
- Rural Hospitals & The Big Beautiful Bill, Ihlenfeld Part 2, and Rooted in Mountain State (00:29:46)
Last week, on At The Leadership Table, General Hoyer sat down with William Ihlenfeld, a former U.S. Attorney and West Virginia State Senator, and currently a partner at the legal firm Flannery Georgalis. This week, they conclude their two-part interview by discussing the fentanyl crisis and how Ihlenfeld is leading the expansion of Flannery Georgalis’ legal services into West Virginia.In the Rooted in the Mountain State from the WV Department of Agriculture we hear from WV Agriculture Commissioner Kent Leonhardt about grants to help producers.In our final segment ,Tom Susman talks with Debbie Hill, CEO of Montgomery General Hospital and Jim Kaufman President of the West Virginia Hospital Association about the impact of the Big Beautiful Bill on rural hospitals.
- The Orginal Analog, William Ihlenfeld talks to the General, Bees & Maple Syrup and Lazy Susans (00:29:50)
This week on At The Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down with William Ihlenfeld, a former U.S. Attorney and West Virginia State Senator, and currently a partner at the legal firm Flannery Georgalis. This is a two-part episode packed with insights and information. Part one this week includes leadership insights from Ihlenfeld’s time prosecuting crimes in Ohio County, including information about elder abuse, AI scams, and how to protect yourself and your loved ones. Tune in for part two next week on addressing the fentanyl crisis and how Ihlenfeld is working to expand Flannery Georgalis legal services right here in West Virginia.In the Rooted in the Mountain State segment from the Department of Agriculture we will hear from Frank Dix of Summersville he operates Kirkwood Winery and Isaiah Morgan Distillery In our final group of interviews, Tom Susman attended the Mountain Art and Craft Fair and he talked with some of the participants. In the first interview we will learn about fly wheel tractors with Earl Hudkins and Rick Miller, in the second interview he spent time with Gregg Bannon who markets honey and maple syrup. In the final interview we spend time with Donna Onderko, an who makes and sells beautiful lazy Susan’s.
- Growth @ Rio, Gold Star Parents, A WV Healer and A Great Beef Story (00:29:49)
Last fall we aired a special gold star family segment as part of Gold Star Family Awareness Month. The last Sunday of September is recognized as Gold Star Mothers and Families Day in West Virginia. In honor of that, At the Leadership Table with General Hoyer were veteran advocates and Gold Star Parents Shirley and Stan White. They discussed what a Gold Star Family really is and offer insight into several important initiatives going on throughout the state to help support veterans and military families. In the Rooted in the Mountain State for the department of agriculture we will replay a segment on Mountain Steer Meat Company outside of Lewisburg WV. As local sourcing of food becomes a major concern in this country you learn how this local business is building an organization to meet that concern. Just outside of Gallipolis Ohio is the University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College. Unlike many small institutions of higher learning this school is growing and thriving. This fall they are bringing back football and there is an amazing amount of capital investment. I talked with Ryan Smith who is President and number one cheerleader for his school. Do you watch the show Outlander? A larger portion of the show is set in Scotland and the American colonies in the 1700s. Instead of doctors, they have healers who use roots and herbs to help fight illness. In this next segment we will replay Tom Susman’s discussion with a West Virginia healer.
- Doctor Gee with the General, Fireworks & Food, and Christmas Trees (00:29:51)
At the Leadership Table this week, General Hoyer sits down with West Virginia University President E. Gordon Gee, as Dr. Gee gets ready to head into retirement after a storied and prestigious 45-year career in higher education. On Rooted in the Mountain State from the Department of Agriculture we give you a Christmas in July treat as we replay a segment from November on Christmas Trees. Maybe thinking about December when temperatures are 90 degrees will make it feel cooler. In the final segment, we have three interviews to get you ready for the fourth, the first is with Amy Haskins of the Jackson County Health Department on how to stay safe when grilling out or having a picnic. The second interview is with a Marshall University student who works at roadside produce stand and we get insight on what is a good choice for summer produce and the final interview is with firework vendor, Chris Hupp who operates a fireworks tent, and she shares her thoughts on fireworks.
- Moses Joins the General , Cooking with Chef Paul, All of the Above & Cool Cars (00:29:52)
This week At the Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down with Meghan Moses, a partner and General Manager at Moses Auto Group in Charleston, and the founding president of the West Virginia Women’s Alliance. They discuss some of the links between West Virginia history and today, especially some ways to move the state forward by supporting families, women, and retaining young people in the Mountain State. In the Rooted in the Mountain State segment, we will hear about James Beard winning Chef Paul Smith’s work at the Capitol Market In Charleston each week where he teaches health cooking classes. This past week for WMOV Tom Susman talked with Mitch Carmichael who was President of the West Virginia State Senate and a Cabinet Secretary in the Justice Administration, Mitch is leading an effort to ensure our country has enough US produced energy to meet growing electricity demands. All over Appalachia there are weekend car shows, men and women bring out these beautiful cars from days gone by, but these shows many times are about more than pretty cars the participants are raising funds to help the community or community members. Steven Figiel of affiliate WJEH was at the Kicik’n Summer Bash Car show in Pomeroy, Ohio and he talked with some of those who were involved.
- Fathers, Strawberries, The Army’s Birthday & Well Care Not Sick Care (00:29:50)
Fathers, Strawberries, The Army’s Birthday & Well Care Not Sick Care Father’s Day falls in June and this week on At the Leadership Table, General Hoyer reflects on Father’s Day and how leadership starts in the home. We hear perspectives from a few West Virginian dads who earned that title in various ways. They share how fatherhood has taught them leadership lessons in patience, listening, and service to others. In the rooted in the Mountain State Segment provided by the WV Department of Agriculture, we learn about delicious strawberries farmed near the Williams River. The US Army turns 250 years old this month and I talk with Monty Warner who grew up in Charleston and is a retired Army colonel. He is also a bit of an army historian, and we discuss the background on how the army originated and the impact of frontiersman from then Western Virginia. Monty has a great understanding of military history and the revolution. In our final segment we will learn about one hospital who is more focused on well care than sick care. Roane General in rural West Virginia has a program called Prescription for your Health, they have been successful in improving the health and quality of life of those who participate. They were doing MAHA; Make America Healthy before MAHA was cool also their efforts were just recognized by the state. We talk with Roane General CEO Doug Bentz.
- Learning from Golf, Healthy Eating, Walnut Hill Diary & Arts and Crafts (00:29:51)
Learning from Golf, Healthy Eating, Walnut Hill Diary & Arts and Crafts This week on At The Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down with Adam Krawsczyn, a PGA Associate Golf Professional, small business owner, and General Manager of Riverside Golf Club in Mason, West Virginia. Adam and the General talk about the essential role that small businesses play in community resilience, and how some of the most meaningful leadership comes from the community level. In the Rooted in the Mountain State segment from the Department of Agriculture we will learn about the Walnut Hill Dairy. When it comes to art and craft fairs there are fairs and then there are fairs, the granddaddy of them all is the Mountain State Art and Craft Fair which will be held July 3, 4 and 5 at Cedar Lakes near Ripley. Each year a collection a vendors, music and food come together to provide attendees with a flavor of Appalachia culture past and present. Tom Susman talks with Jeannie Smith who is one of the organizers. In our final segment wel play a report that aired on WMOV Radio about a teaching kitchen that was unveiled this month by WV Governor Patrick Morrisey at the West Virginia Governor’s Mansion It is operated by West Virginia Health Right. The goal is to teach healthy cooking techniques to those they serve.
- From the Moon to the Coal Mine, Making Opportunities & Senior Vouchers (00:29:51)
From the Moon to the Coal Mine, Making Opportunities, & Senior Vouchers This week on At The Leadership Table, General James Hoyer sits down with Alex Weld, Executive Director of Generation West Virginia, a nonprofit organization that works with young people to help place them in careers across the state. Alex and the General discuss how Generation contributes to key economic development initiatives in the state and to enhancing the relationships between job seekers and employers. In the Rooted In The Mountain State segment provided by the Department of Agriculture, we will learn about vouchers for seniors so they can buy produce grown in West Virginia or within 50 miles of the state’s border. Tom Susman talks with Leslie Baker who is with the City of Beckley, and they operate the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine and other coal related offerings at New River Park. If you want to go in a coal mine Leslie will tell you how. Constellium is a manufacturer in Jackson County, and they provide parts for NASA including the Artemis Rocket program that has a goal of putting Americans on the moon. Folks from NASA toured the plant. In our final segment we will play a report that aired on WMOV radio about the visit.
- Lafayette’s Return, French 500, Helping the Hungry & Mountainer Steers (00:29:49)
This week on At the Leadership Table, General Jim Hoyer looks back at prior interviews with Chad Morrison of Mountaineer Food Bank and Cyndi Kirkhart with Facing Hunger Food Bank. He reflects on how 1 in 5 military and veteran families in West Virginia face hunger. Heading into Memorial Day, he offers us a “WV Community Leadership Challenge” to join him in donating or volunteering at one of the Food Banks or a local food pantry. In the Rooted in the Mountain State segment provided by the Department of Agriculture we will learn about the Mountain State Steer Company in Lewisburg, West Virginia as part of Beef Month.In the last two segments we will celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette’s visit to Gallipolis Ohio and we will learn about the founding of Gallipolis or as it is known by some the City of the Gauls. We will hear from Bryna Butler, Lorna Hart, Bob Hood, and others who were involved in a special event held on May 22, 2025.
- 155,000 Cans, Generals Talk, Medicaid Cuts, Agriculture, Agritourisim, and Farmers Markets (00:30:17)
This week on At the Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down with Retired Brigadier General Paige Hunter. General Hunter is West Virginia’s first female General. She served as Assistant Adjutant General and Commander of the West Virginia Air National Guard. The two Generals discuss commanding with compassion, taking care of the people who take care of the mission, and the important role the Guard plays in our Mountain State communities and beyond. This week in the Rooted in the Mountain State Segment, we learn about the importance of Farmers Markets especially the new South Charleston Farmers Market. This week we also have a chance to talk with West Virginia Agriculture Commissioner Kent Leonhardt to discuss farming and agritourism. We talked with Jim Kaufman who is president of the West Virginia Hospital Association, and we talk about potential Medicaid changes that are being discussed on the federal level and how they might impact a rural state like West Virginia. And in our final segment I will play a report Tom Susman did for WMOV on a school that collected 155,000 aluminum cans as part of a competition.
- East End Sale, Agritourisim Contest, Making Nurses & Farmers Markets (00:29:50)
On the heels of National Nurses Appreciation week, General Hoyer sits down on At The Leadership Table with Tanya Rogers, assistant vice president of nursing education at WVU Medicine. They discuss addressing the national nursing shortage by recruiting, preparing, and retaining the next generation of nurses right here in the Mountain State. In the Rooted in the Mountain State segment, we learn about a contest to help farmers who are involved Agritourism. This new activity can help farmers establish and additional revenue stream.Each the Saturday before Mother’s Day Charleston has the East End Yard Sale. Residents who live in the east in hold this sale which allows them to get rid of unwanted stuff and if not careful buy more stuff. I went down to the sale and talked with some east-enders who were selling items. There is also a lot of food that gets sold during this sale. Several thousand people turn out for the sale. The best part is crowd watching. In our final segment we learn about the importance of local Farmers Markets.
- An Award, Student Farmers, WV Explorer & Prioritizing Primary Care (00:29:50)
Appalachia Matters has been named The Best Radio Program in West Virginia in an unranked market, which means small market, by the West Virginia Broadcasters Association. This award would not have been possible if it were not for our contributors Major General Jim Hoyer and Beth Southern with West Virginia Department of Agriculture. This effort would have failed were it not for our loyal listeners, so we say thank you. In this episode Tom Susman joins General James Hoyer at the Leadership Table to discuss the award from the West Virginia Broadcasters and to discuss what is ahead for the program. The Rooted in the Mountain segment from the Department of Agriculture we learn about how Wheeling Park High students are involved in a school based farm and agriculture. David Sibray, who is from southern West Virginia, has an online publication called the West Virginia Explorer which highlights history, natural areas and just about anything in our region. Tom Susman has an extended conversation with David. In our final segment we will replay a report that was produced for WMOV Radio it reports on an Occupational Health and Primary Care Clinic in Gallipolis Ferry WV. It is a joint project of Marshall Health Network and Rivers Heath in Point Pleasant. The clinic is in the shadows of the Nucor steel plant which is under construction in Mason County. An interesting aspect with the clinic is the priority given to primary health care at a time many hospital systems are targeting specialty care.
- Time to Run, Time To Plant & Time To Lead (00:29:50)
This week on At the Leadership Table, General Hoyer sits down with Dr. Danny Twilley, Assistant Vice President of Economic, Community, and Asset Development for the Brad and Alys Smith Outdoor Economic Development Collaborative. In the Rooted in the Mountain state the Department of Agriculture highlights a farm in Hampshire County.We talk with a Jackson County Native Jonathan Schiefer who just finished running the Boston Marathon, which for most runners is a bucket list item.In the final segment we touch base with JJ Barret, Wood County Extension agent for WVU on last minute gardening tips as we many of us are getting ready to plant vegetables for the summer growing season.
- Spring Planting, Chaotic Markets, Agritourism and Leadership Lessons (00:29:46)
This week on At the Leadership Table with Retired Major General Jim Hoyer, he sits down with CJ Harvey, former press secretary and director of communication for Governor Justice, and current Vice President of Communications and Marketing at the University of Charleston. They discuss how leadership is about more than being the boss; it’s about inspiring and empowering others. CJ shares his passion for West Virginia and how is telling UC’s story in his current role. In the Rooted in the Mountain State segment from The Department of Agriculture we will learn about an agritourism conference that is being held this month. We have all seen the wild stock market swings. Earlier this month I talked with Craig Slaughter of the West Virginia Investment Management Board on how they are dealing with the stock market swings and to see if he has insight on how to get through periods of uncertainty in the market. The Saturday before Easter is the unofficial kick off to spring planting. I stopped by the Capitol Market in Charleston to talk with some local vendors about what products they are selling and to get some background on who they are.
- Honey Mountian Bees, ACA Changes? and At The Leadership Table (00:29:53)
In this week’s Appalachia Matters: This week on @ The Leadership Table with Retired Major General Jim Hoyer, he sits down with Renee Hoffman, retired Sergeant First Class for the WV National Guard, and now Supply Chain Manager at Hope Gas. They discuss her journey to find purpose in her career after leaving the military and how she uses her military background in her everyday life in the civilian world. In the Rooted in the Mountain State segment, we will learn about Honey Mountain Farm in Grafton West Virginia. They recently won a grant in a competition sponsored by the West Virginia Department of Agriculture.In our final segment we will take a deep dive in to changes in health care coverage that could impact 167,000 West Virginians who get coverage through Medicaid Expansion and another 67,000 who buy health insurance coverage through Healthcare.gov. We will hear from Senator Shelly Moore Capito (R) of West Virginia, Doctor and West Virginia House of Delegates member Matt Rohrbach (R) of Cabell County, West Virginia House of Delegates Member Marty Gearhart (R)of Mercer, Kelly Allen of the West Virginia Center for Budget and Policy, Jeremy Smith and ACA Navigator and Chris Hall of the WV EMS Coalition.