Shinto Garden In Southwest Virginia And A Healing Mosaic In Kentucky, Inside Appalachia

This week, a Japanese Shinto garden took root in southwestern Virginia because of family connections spanning geography and generations. Also, in Whitesburg, Kentucky, a new mosaic uses recovered objects to honor the town’s people after the flood of 2022. And, the young adult novel Verity Vox and the Curse of Foxfire mixes historical fact with spooky Appalachian folklore.

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Government Bill Lynch, Aug. 15, 2026

FEMA And Voucher Controversy Continues, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, changes are coming to FEMA, few details on school clothing voucher accusations, and the state has a new guide for data centers.

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Government Eric Douglas, Aug. 14, 2026

State Of Emergency Extended For 12 Counties

The State of Emergency in 12 counties, following the severe storms and flooding that struck West Virginia beginning July 21, has been extended.

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Government Curtis Tate, Aug. 14, 2026

Justice Coal Company Appeals District Court’s Order In Long-simmering Kentucky Case

In July, U.S. District Judge Gregory Van Tatenhove ordered company associates to pay $18 million in a 2012 lawsuit filed by New London Tobacco Market and Fivemile Energy.

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Government Chris Schulz, Aug. 13, 2026

State Supreme Court To Hear Arguments In Political Cases

West Virginia Democrats will have their day in court next month to argue over a seat in the House of Delegates. On the same day, the state’s Board of Education will argue for its continued independence.

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Government Maria Young, Aug. 12, 2026

Lawmakers Have Questions About Clothing Voucher ‘Mess’

Lawmakers didn't get all the answers they were looking for Tuesday in a lengthy committee hearing about the state's school clothing allowance program.

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Government Eric Douglas, Aug. 12, 2026

Candidate Removed From November Ballot For Lack Of Residency

The State Election Commission (SEC) ruled that Tyler Bowen is not eligible for office because he no longer lives in West Virginia. Bowen did not respond in writing or appear at the meeting.

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