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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Arts & Culture Bill Lynch +, Jun. 19, 2026

Ohio's Ancient Earthworks And Ballad Singing After Hurricane Helene, Inside Appalachia

This week, ballads tell stories about all kinds of real-life events, but after Hurricane Helene, one group of ballad singers felt some topics were still too raw. Also, the author of a new book on ancient Ohio credits a former grad student with introducing him to the region’s mysterious earthworks. And, the legacy of Affrilachian poet Norman Jordan includes a summer camp for teens to study their heritage.

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Energy & Environment WVPB Staff, May. 07, 2026

Fracking Proposals And Possible Impacts, This West Virginia Morning

A plan to funnel millions of dollars in oil and gas royalties toward conservation efforts is getting support from an unexpected group. From The Allegheny Front, we learn about fracking proposals in southeastern Ohio – and what WVU researchers say could be the impact on wildlife.

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Arts & Culture Bill Lynch +, Apr. 03, 2026

John Rose And The Snuffy Smith Comic Strip, Inside Appalachia

This week, having a very specific talent can lead to a dream job. It’s how cartoonist John Rose got his foot in the door to draw the comic strip Snuffy Smith. Also, there are dos and don’ts for treating poison ivy. And, a young, old-time musician wants to save her family’s lost ballads.

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Energy & Environment Chris Schulz, Nov. 14, 2025

Potomac River Advocates Want To Continue River’s Water Quality Improvements

The 2025 Potomac River Report Card from the non-profit Potomac Conservancy has given the river a "B" health grade.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Aug. 08, 2025

Minor Window Modifications Can Reduce Wild Bird Deaths, Biologist Says

Human activity has contributed to population decline among migratory bird species nationwide, but biologists suggest modifying windows can make human areas safer for wild birds.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Jul. 15, 2025