Novel Shares Story Of Historical Black Kingdom In Western North Carolina

Following the American Civil War, a group of freed people fled violence and bought land in Western North Carolina. In the summer of 1873, these people formed a Black communal society they named “The Kingdom of the Happy Land.” A new novel tells a story set in the kingdom, both in the past and in the present day. It’s titled, “Happy Land.” Host Mason Adams spoke with its author, Dolen Perkins-Valdez.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Dec. 20, 2024

W.Va. Slips In Bicycle Safety Rankings

West Virginia fell in a national ranking of bike-friendly states published by a national bicycle advocacy group.

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Arts & Culture Joseph Zecevic, May. 20, 2024

Charleston Hosts Olympic Qualifying Bike Races

The National Pro Road Bike Championships came to the streets of Charleston last week, ending over the weekend. Events included a time trial along the Kanawha River, a one mile loop through the downtown streets and a longer course through the hills and flats around the city.

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Arts & Culture Chris Schulz, Apr. 04, 2024

Group Bike Rides Aim To Make City Streets More Accessible

On an unseasonably warm evening in March, just as the sun was setting across the Monongahela River, a group of about 20 gathered at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Park amphitheater, ready to take to the streets on their bikes.

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Arts & Culture Chris Schulz, Apr. 22, 2022