Randy Yohe

Randy is WVPB’s Huntington Reporter, based at Marshall University. He hails from Detroit but has lived in Huntington since the late 1980s. He has a bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and a master’s degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Missouri. Randy has worked in radio and television since his teenage years, with enjoyable stints as a sports public address announcer and a disco/funk club dee jay.

Healing Appalachia Music Festival Celebrates Recovery, Moves To Eastern Kentucky

The sixth annual Healing Appalachia music festival kicks off on Thursday. The event celebrating those recovering from substance abuse has moved from Greenbrier County to eastern Kentucky.

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The Wakefields And Remembering Rex Stephenson, Inside Appalachia

This week, we remember Rex Stephenson. He’s known for his stage performances of the Jack Tales, which have captivated school kids since the ‘70s. Also, keeping the family farm going after six generations can be rough. And, some parts of southern Appalachia still practice the tradition of keeping up community gravesites for Decoration Day.

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A Rural Radio Station's Fight To Stay On Air, Inside Appalachia

This week, the federal government has taken back millions of dollars set aside for public radio stations. Allegheny Mountain Radio is among those fighting to stay on the air. Also, a book by a West Virginia artist illustrates the tiny worlds of mountain critters, like a lizard that changes color. And, geocaching gets folks outside to play detective and find hidden treasures.

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Maximumrocknroll, Yama And Clifftop, Inside Appalachia

This week, a Tennessee DJ takes us on a tour of Appalachian punk and metal. Also, Appalachian culture is enriched by its immigrants. We explore the fusion of West Virginia and Japan. And, Appalachia isn’t all punk rock and Japanese food. There’s also string band music.

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