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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Energy & Environment WVPB Staff, Jun. 29, 2026

Appalachia’s Declining Bat Population, This West Virginia Morning

Bats are the subject of myths and legends, often in a negative light. But that goes against the reality of their role in ecosystems, including critical agricultural services for humans. Bat populations have dropped significantly in the face of a changing climate and disease.

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Economy Chris Schulz, May. 22, 2026

Rail Trail Expansion Pays Tribute To Region’s Industrial Past

The governor said the project is a perfect example of how West Virginia is turning its industrial heritage into outdoor recreation, tourism and public health.

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Economy Maria Young, May. 14, 2025

Clendenin Rail Trail Opens For Hiking, Biking

A festive crowd of students, officials and organizers celebrated the long-awaited opening of the Clendenin Rail Trail Wednesday. It runs along the scenic Elk River and is part of the ...

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Government Jul. 18, 2022

W.Va. High School Students Creating Furniture For New Court

Three shop students and their teacher from a West Virginia high school are working this summer to build furniture for the new Intermediate Court of Appeals courtrooms.

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Government Eric Douglas, May. 04, 2021

Capito Tours Clendenin To See Flood Recovery Efforts

Nearly five years after the devastating floods that hit West Virginia, many communities have made progress with their recoveries. Senator Shelley Moore Capito toured Clendenin today to get a firsthand look.

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Radio Sep. 04, 2019

Sept. 4, 1964: Businessman A.W. Cox Dies at 79

Businessman A. W. Cox died on September 4, 1964. He was 79 years old. The Roane County native attended a one-room school through the eighth grade. And, by…

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