A Mine Wars Graphic Novel, Storytelling And W.Va. Life, Inside Appalachia

This week on Inside Appalachia, we speak with the author of a new graphic novel about the West Virginia Mine Wars. Also, professional storyteller James Froemel invents quirky characters, like a sign maker who can't spell. And, one of the most common animals to get hit by cars are possums. But, there’s a kind of animal rescue called pouch picking. We talk with author Laura Jackson.

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Government Maria Young, Jan. 11, 2025

Justice’s Final Days As Governor, Winter Storms, And Remembering Jimmy Carter, This West Virginia Week

A summary of top West Virginia news this week includes legislators convening for a single day, a new national report that raises questions about whether Justice debts far outweigh the asset, and the lasting effects of a powerful winter storm.

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Government Maria Young, Jan. 04, 2025

Frigid Temperatures, New Leaders, And A Week Long Holiday You May Want To Celebrate, This West Virginia Week

A look at some of West Virginia's top stories of the past week.

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Arts & Culture Maria Young, Jan. 02, 2025

First Of Ten State Park ‘Cellar To Table’ Dinners Kicks Off Jan. 4

“Cellar-to-Table” is a brand new dinner series that’s about to kick off at some of the most iconic state parks across the state.

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Government Eric Douglas +, Dec. 31, 2024

WVPB’s Favorite News Stories Of 2024

When asked about their “favorite” stories from the year, WVPB's reporters produced an interesting mix of news stories about important topics and features. We share some of them and the thoughts from those reporters who wrote them.

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Government Maria Young, Dec. 20, 2024

Ex-Police Chief Sentenced For Child Sex Trafficking, Prosecutors Call Victim ‘A Hero’

Larry Allen Clay Jr. of Fayetteville, 58, was the Gauley Bridge Chief of Police and a deputy with the Fayette County Sheriff’s Department when he offered to pay a financially desperate co-defendant, Kristen Naylor-Legg, to have sex with her 17-year old step-daughter in June of 2020. This week he was sentenced to a quarter of a century in prison for the crimes.

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Economy Maria Young, Dec. 09, 2024

Prepped To Serve – A Culinary Cohort Prepares To Tackle The Future

Local chef Paul Smith was in rare form recently, teaching basic kitchen skills to a small group of West Virginians who are hoping their luck is about to change. At the heart of his message: there ...

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