Renovations Underway For Historic Capitol Complex Mansion
Renovation work, stalled for decades, has begun on the oldest surviving residence on the Capitol Complex.
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Storytellers, Inside Appalachia
This week, we’re revisiting a show featuring storytellers out loud in front of audiences. Folks like five-time champion of the West Virginia Liars’ Contest, Bil Lepp. Also, musicians Anna & Elizabeth, whose storytelling used something known as a crankie. And, we’ll head to the International Storytelling Center in Jonesborough, Tennessee.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsOnline Creators Are Continuing A Tradition Of Appalachian Humor That Keeps People Connected
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Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAppalachian Memes And Trouble At Greenbank
This week on Inside Appalachia, the online world of Appalachian memes — and what they tell us about folks who live here. Also, parts of West Virginia have been radio silent since the 1950s for scientists to monitor the skies. So, what does that mean for first responders in an emergency? And winter holidays are here. We’ve got some tips to keep the festivities from going up in smoke.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsComedy Festival Returns To Morgantown
A weekend of comedy kicks off Thursday in Morgantown. Now in its second year, the Red Eye Comedy Festival not only highlights the state’s nascent comedy community, but is also attracting national talent to the region. Reporter Chris Schulz sat down with festival organizer Cody Cannon to discuss the event.
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A KY Comedian Ducks A Flying Bottle And A Talk With The WV Poet Laureate
For working comedians, mean-spirited hecklers are part of the job. But what happens when someone gets angry enough to throw a beer? And, West Virginia poet laureate Marc Harshman had his own experience with an intimidating gig. We also hear some advice for people caring for aging relatives. You’ll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsComedy Festival Brings Morgantown Laughs For Days
On March 31, the Red Eye Comedy Festival will bring three days of laughs to Morgantown.
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