The State We're In
Connecting New Hampshire
Hosted by Granite State News Collaborative Director Melanie Plenda, The State We're In explores solutions to the Covid-19 pandemic in New Hampshire and highlights local efforts to combat the virus and rebuild local economies.
The State We're In was the title of one of the first public television public affairs programs on New Hampshire PBS. Nearly fifty years ago the station was known as Channel 11- the New Hampshire Network. This series seeks to revive the in-depth reporting and civil discourse that once was the hallmark of public affairs and discussion shows in the state.
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Support for The State We're In is provided by Grappone Automotive Group, Heritage Home Service and Eversource.
The State We're In is produced in partnership with the Granite State News Collaborative which is funded in part by the Solutions Journalism Network and the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation. Production assistance is provided by the students and staff of the Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communication at Franklin Pierce Unversity in Rindge, NH.
7/14/2021 - “Divisive Concepts†Law
We hear from Gov. Sununu on what’s next and GSNC Reporter Jenny Whidden on reaction.
6/30/2021 - Grassroots Tutoring
A group of parents in Manchester have created an all-volunteer tutoring network.
6/23/2021 - Legislative Update
Legislation, politics and some long overdue recognition.
NH Gives 2021
NH Gives, the 24-hour online nonprofit fundraising event is set for June 8 and 9, 2021.
5/26/2021 - College Diversity
Student reporters look at diversity on New Hampshire College campuses.
5/19/2021 - Housing Frenzy
Housing prices are on the rise again in the Granite State.
5/12/2021 - Stay, Work, Engage!
New Hampshire is the second oldest state in the nation.
5/5/2021 - Back to School (Again)
May 3rd marked the state mandated return to full in-person operations for schools.
4/28/2021 -Back to Business
New guidance on masking up in New Hampshire.
4/21/2021 - NH Legislative Crossover Update
We’re halfway through the New Hampshire Legislative session.
4/14/2021 - Race and Equity in NH
A new multi year project exploring race and equity in New Hampshire.
4/7/2021 - You're Vaccinated - Now What?
As of April 1st, anyone over 16 in New Hampshire is eligible to sign up for the vaccine.
3/31/2021 - NH Civic Health
How do you measure a community’s civic health?
3/17/2021 - Sunshine Week - Your Right to Know
Sunshine Week, legislation, transparency in journalism and the public’s right to know.
3/10/2021 - Covering Covid - One Year Later
It’s been one year since the Covid-19 pandemic changed life as we know it.
3/2/2021 - One on One with Gov. Chris Sununu
As we mark a year since the Covid-19 pandemic changed life as we know it.
Food Insecurity in the Granite State
To be food insecure means to struggle to meet the basic needs of putting food on the table
2/17/2021 - COVID Effect on School Funding
What we all need to know about the budget process on the local and state level.
2/10/2021 - Back to the Classroom
Moving into 2021, schools are easing towards reopening, but many questions remain.
2/3/2021 - Vaccine Questions and Answers
The COVID-19 vaccination rollout is in full swing across the Granite State.
1/27/2021 - New NH Legislative Session
New Hampshire's legislature is back in session.
1/21/21 - Political Extremism in NH
Where do we go from here?
1/14/2021 - NH Governor Chris Sununu
Governor Chris Sununu who talks about leadership, the pandemic and more.
1/6/2021 - Covid Update
Though 2020 is behind us, the deadly virus that plagued us throughout the year.
12/16/2020 - Coping with Depression
"˜Tis the season for feeling happy and sad for so many. In this must-watch episode of The State We're In, we learn what people can do to help themselves and others to cope this holiday season.
12/9/2020 - Season of Giving
We're in what typically is the season of giving and an important one for nonprofits.
12/2/2020 - Economic Hodgepodge
Projected spikes in coronavirus cases and the possibility of another shutdown are looming.
11/19/2020 - Can We Talk?
However you make contact, the topic of politics is often front and center.
11/18/2020 - Homeless Crisis
The economic downturn and unemployment is deepening the crisis.
11/11/2020 - Covid Rising in the North Country
Districts across the state are wrestling with the rise in COVID-19 cases.
11/5/2020 - Election 2020 Analysis
The historic 2020 election has been a nail-biter.
10/28/2020 - Election 2020 - Resources and Insights
Director of Research and Analysis at Citizens Count, shares election resources.
10/21/2020 - Contact Tracing
One of the keys to mitigating spread is contact tracing.
10/15/2020 - Election 2020 Countdown Voting FAQs
New Hampshire Deputy Secretary of State David Scanlon answers voters' FAQ.
10/7/2020 - Pandemic Impact on Hospitality Industry
Many businesses have been hit hard during the pandemic.
9/30/2020 - Planning for a Twindemic
With the flu season quickly approaching many health officials warn that Covid-19 mixed with flu could leave the public and providers dealing with a "twindemic" of sorts. Freelance reporter Adam Urquhart and Dr. Elizabeth Daly, Chief of the Bureau of Infectious Disease Control at the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services discuss how health officials are preparing for the upcoming fl
9/22/2020 - Food Insecurity in the Granite State
Food Insecurity is a growing concern in the Granite State.
9/15/2020 - Radically Rural 2020
On September 24th, Keene will be the epicenter of the third annual Radically Rural Summit.
9/9/2020 - Covid Status Update
Throughout the summer, NH managed to keep the number of Covid cases at a steady decline.
9/2/2020 - Truth and Trust in Voter Misinformation
This is is shaping up to be an election year like no other,
9/2/2020 - NH VOTES 2020 - Election Guide
New Hampshire's primary for all national and state offices is fast approaching.
8/26/2020 - Covid Economy and NH Businesses
One of the biggest fallouts from the Covid-19 pandemic in NH has been the economy.
8/21/2020 - Child Care Challenges and Resources
New Hampshire's schools and economy are re-opening.
8/13/2020 - Eviction Rules and Resources
A national moratorium on evicting tenants from certain properties expired.
8/13/2020 - En Estos Tiempos
Recursos y Reglas de Desalojo.
8/7/2020 - Mask Mandates in the Granite State
State and local officials are grappling with how to keep their communities safe.
8/2/2020 - Remote Learning in the Granite State
Melanie Plenda speaks to the series lead writers and Berlin Public Schools Superintendent.
7/21/2020 - NH Votes SAFE 2020
NH has changed to add concern about Covid-19 as a reason to request an absentee ballot.
