Underground Railroad And Fly Around Festival, Inside Appalachia

This week, before emancipation, Appalachia provided pathways to freedom for enslaved people trying to escape bondage. A new project identifies more than two dozen previously unknown underground railroad sites. Also, the Fly Around Music & Arts Festival in North Carolina was inspired by the hard work that followed Hurricane Helene. And, a ballad about floods recorded a generation ago still provides solace for people today.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Jun. 23, 2026

Caring For The Caregivers Of Aging Adults, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, our partner HealthQ explores why embracing the title of “caregiver” matters—and how recognition and support can make a difference in this phase of life.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Jun. 22, 2026

Protecting Appalachia’s Flexing Mussels, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, freshwater mussels play a vital role in the health of the region's waterways, but their populations have dwindled over the years.

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Health & Science Maria Young, Jun. 17, 2026

McDowell County Heir Sues To Keep Hospital Open

The heir to property donated for a community hospital in McDowell County is suing in hopes of keeping the hospital open.

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Health & Science Maria Young, Jun. 11, 2026

New Animal Transport Rules Aim To Prevent Screwworm In W.Va.

The state Department of Agriculture has issued new restrictions on animals coming into West Virginia, in an effort to keep a dangerous insect out of the state.

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Health & Science Eric Douglas, Jun. 11, 2026

W.Va. Maternal Mental Health Grade Improves According To New Report Card

The Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health’s 2026 report card awarded West Virginia’s a B-Minus grade, but that's an improvement from just three years ago.

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Health & Science Eric Douglas, Jun. 09, 2026

Health Department Looks For Rural Health Tech Solutions

As rural hospitals close and providers leave, finding ways for medical staff to remotely monitor patients, so the patients can recover comfortably at home, is becoming more important.

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