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Ohio's Ancient Earthworks And Ballad Singing After Hurricane Helene, Inside Appalachia

This week, ballads tell stories about all kinds of real-life events, but after Hurricane Helene, one group of ballad singers felt some topics were still too raw. Also, the author of a new book on ancient Ohio credits a former grad student with introducing him to the region’s mysterious earthworks. And, the legacy of Affrilachian poet Norman Jordan includes a summer camp for teens to study their heritage.

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Juneteenth Event Highlights Exhibits Removed From National Parks

A group of off-duty, fired and retired park rangers have organized a series of Juneteenth events, including one at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, to recognize African American history that is not approved for display at the federal sites.

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U.S. Attorney: ‘Largest Public Curruption Scheme’ In W.Va. History

According to the indictment, two former Berkeley County Sherrif’s Office employees misappropriated more than $3 million dollars.

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Wheeling Restaurant Recognized As American Classic

Figaretti’s Italian Restaurant was named a James Beard 2026 Restaurant and Chef America's Classics for the Southeast region.

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