The State We're In
Connecting New Hampshire
Responding to a critical need for in-depth analysis of the Coronavirus Pandemic, New Hampshire PBS launches a new digital series. Hosted by GSNC Director Melanie Plenda, the series will explore solutions to the crisis and highlight 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.
NEW - Want to know more about what's happening in the NH legislature? Listen to a new podcast with hosts Anna Brown and Mike Dunbar, of Citizens Count.
Support for The State We're In is provided by Grappone Automotive Group and Heritage Home Service.
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 is also made possible by the Facebook Project Community Network Grant program in partnership with the Lenfest Institute for Journalism and the Local Media Association.
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Latest Updates
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.
6/8/2020 - NH Gives
On June 9th and 10th, a record number of nonprofits will participate in NH Gives Day.
5/21/2020 - Citizens Count Legislative Update
The New Hampshire Legislature has been on hiatus since the stay-at-home directive in March
5/12/2020 - Substance Use Disorder During the Pandemic
COVID-19 has presented new challenges for people seeking substance use disorder treatment.
5/7/2020 - Covering the Economy
From having one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country, to one of the highest.
4/30/2020 - Episode 2
There are more than 130,000 small businesses in New Hampshire.
4/22/2020 - Episode 1
Granite State News Collaborative editors discuss the impact of the coronavirus.
