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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Government Maria Young, May. 04, 2026

Campaign Mailer Uses Race To Target GOP Candidate

A campaign flyer targeting Senate candidate Dr. Steven Eshenaur, who has four adopted children, two of them African American, raises race as an issue in the election.

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TV WVPB Pressroom, Jan. 05, 2026

Watch WVPB's Series 'Mountainthology,' Episode 3 Available Now

Join David Marcum as he leads you through a series of micro-documentaries showcasing the diverse world of West Virginia and Appalachia.

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Energy & Environment WVPB Staff, Apr. 24, 2025

Regenerative Farming Techniques And The DEI Debate, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we learn about efforts to farm both healthy food and healthy land in Kentucky, and dive deeper into the debate around diversity, equity and inclusion programs that has become a nationwide focal point.

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Government Chris Schulz, Apr. 17, 2025

Senate Democrats Formally Request Repeal Of Controversial DEI Bill

The state Senate’s two democrats have both signed a letter to Senate President Randy Smith stating that Senate Bill 474 did not properly complete legislative action, and should not be enrolled, authenticated, or presented to the Governor for approval. They are also calling on the governor to veto the bill if it reaches him.

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Government Chris Schulz, Apr. 16, 2025

State’s Democratic Party Continues Public Criticism Of Anti-DEI Bill Procedure

The West Virginia Democratic Party is demanding the reversal of the anti-DEI bill until what they call proper legislative procedures and transparent debate can take place.

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Government Jack Walker +, Apr. 13, 2025

In Eleventh Hour, Senate Republicans Suspend Rules To Pass DEI Ban

Both chambers of the West Virginia Legislature voted to pass a bill banning diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. But a technical error sent the state Senate into chaos Saturday night.

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