, Author at West Virginia Public Broadcasting : West Virginia Public Broadcasting

Appalachian Square Dance Callers Making The Scene More Welcoming

Square dance calling — the spoken instructions said over the music — makes participation easy. But there are other aspects — like the prevalence of gendered language such as “ladies and gents” — that can make square dancing an unwelcoming or confusing space. One group of friends in the Appalachian square dance scene are taking action to make the tradition more welcoming for all participants.

Take Me to More News

Home

Education Chris Schulz, About 7 hours ago

Student Mental Health Focus Of Conference This Week

School mental health professionals from across the state will have a chance to train in Charleston this week.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Government Randy Yohe, About 8 hours ago

New Southern W.Va. Law Enforcement Grants Highlight Mental Health Issues And 'Dementia Walkaways'

Several million dollars in U.S. Department of Justice grants, divided among various community law enforcement incentives and programs, are coming to communities in southern West Virginia.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Energy & Environment Briana Heaney, About 8 hours ago

Gas Lines Restored, But Many Charleston Residents Still Without Heat

Mountaineer Gas said that the 46 miles of gas lines affected have been dried and fully restored. However, many home appliances like water heaters, furnaces and stoves were damaged or destroyed when water entered the gas lines. Many households, like Mahr’s, are still without hot water or heat because of it.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Government Curtis Tate, About 9 hours ago

Manchin’s Retirement Leaves A Statewide Void For Democrats

The retirement of U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin marks the end of an era, as Manchin is the last Democrat to hold statewide office in West Virginia. Sam Workman, director of the Institute for Policy Research and Public Affairs at West Virginia University, spoke to WVPB about what Manchin’s departure means for Democrats and what it would take to fill the void he’ll leave.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Recent Stories

Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, About 10 hours ago

Boston Metals To Receive Grant To Build Chromium Plant In Weirton

The factory, which will employ 200 workers, will produce ultra-pure chromium and high-temperature alloys needed across various clean energy technologies.

Continue Reading Take Me to More News

Health & Science Emily Rice, About 10 hours ago