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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Government Chris Schulz, Mar. 06, 2025

Grassroots Movement In Morgantown Coalesces In Opposition To Federal Cuts

Hundreds of people in Morgantown are finding hope as they organize in opposition to federal cuts.

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Arts & Culture Chris Schulz, Jan. 02, 2025

Kwanzaa Celebrates Community With An Eye To The New Year

Javier McCoy, interim director of the West Virginia University Center for Black Culture, talked with Chris Schulz about Kwanzaa festivities, which call on observers to reflect on seven principles.

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Arts & Culture Bill Lynch +, Dec. 28, 2024

Looking Back At 2024, Inside Appalachia

This week on Inside Appalachia, a look back at some of the stories that shaped the show in 2024, like the story of an abandoned Fairmont Brine site in Marion County, West Virginia. It was a common hangout spot, but there’s a hidden danger. Also, food deserts are places where it’s hard to find nutritious food. Like disenfranchised neighborhoods in East Knoxville, TN. And, not all bamboo is invasive. In fact, there’s a species native to Appalachia.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Nov. 26, 2024

Spending On Smoking Prevention Lags And Holiday Meals On Wheels, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a new report shows lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in West Virginia. And, many seniors in the state experience food insecurity, especially during the holidays. Meals on Wheels serves seniors who are unable to leave their homes to get meals.

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Arts & Culture Bill Lynch +, Nov. 04, 2024

Ropecraft, Mutual Aid After The Storm And River Surfing, Inside Appalachia

Rock climbing gear eventually wears out, but it can still live on as art. Also, the response to Hurricane Helene shows us some of the best in people. Neighbors are helping neighbors. ...

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Education Chris Schulz, Aug. 01, 2024

Morgantown Conference Prepares Communities In Schools For The New Year

Coordinators for an innovative school support program are meeting in Morgantown this week to learn how best to help their most vulnerable students. Patrick Patton is the Communities in Schools con...

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