Encore: 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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Education Chris Schulz, Oct. 08, 2026

WVSU Gets Millions In Federal Funds To Advance Agricultural Science

The $26.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will help construct the West Virginia State University Agriculture Complex that will house laboratory space for the university, as well as the state Department of Agriculture.

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Government Chris Schulz, Jul. 02, 2026

Federal Farm Grants Partially Restored By Judge’s Order

While WVU did not have its grant restored by Tuesday’s order, it does present a path to the restoration of the university's $8.5 million from the program.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, May. 22, 2026

Farmers In W.Va. Look For Path Forward After Federal Grant Program Cancellation

A small federal grant program aimed at increasing first-time farmers’ access to land, training and tools was finding fertile ground in West Virginia. But in March, the Trump administration suddenly terminated it, leaving local partners uncertain about their futures.

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Economy Chris Schulz, Dec. 23, 2025

Veterans, Emergency Responders Encouraged To Pitch Business Ideas For State Funding

The annual event supports veterans and other emergency responders pursuing agricultural careers and small-business ventures.

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Arts & Culture Randy Yohe, Aug. 04, 2025

W.Va.’s 100th State Fair Begins 10-Day Run Thursday

West Virginia’s 100th State Fair begins its 10-day run later this week.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Jun. 25, 2025

Invasive Box Tree Moth Reported For First Time In W.Va.

Cydalima perspectalis, also known as the box tree moth, is an invasive species growing in North America. It was reported for the first time this month in West Virginia by the state's Department of Agriculture.

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