Willie Carver Jr. And Marina Waters, Inside Appalachia

This week, in author Willie Carver, Jr.’s new book, he reconsiders a negative childhood experience with a neighborhood girl who might have just been looking for a friend. Also, a southwestern Virginia community rang the alarm after more and more of its children were diagnosed with cancer. A local journalist is trying to unravel the cause. And, the city of Asheville has a new crusading reporter. He’s a puppet.

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Health & Science Maria Young, Apr. 09, 2026

Fire Officials: W.Va. Has Elevated Risk Of Fire For Next Several Days

Warm, dry weather for the next several days puts West Virginia at an increase risk of fire.

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Arts & Culture Chris Schulz, Oct. 08, 2025

State Guiding Leaf Peepers To The Most Vibrant Fall Colors

Fall brings with it many changes, but perhaps none more striking than the turning of the leaves. West Virginia officials are working to make sure leaf peepers visiting the state maximize their autumn experience.

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Arts & Culture Chris Schulz, Aug. 22, 2025

With Heavy Summer Rains, Officials Predict Strong Fall Foliage Season

The map predicts when and where fall foliage will appear across the state, helping travelers plan autumn trips to the third most forested state in the U.S.

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Government Emily Rice, Nov. 09, 2024

Election Results and Drought Conditions, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, Jim Justice, the state’s two-term Republican governor, won a decisive victory in the race for the U.S. Senate in Tuesday’s general election. Patrick Morrisey, West Virginia’s three-term attorney general, won the ...

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Sep. 17, 2024

Kanawha County Commission Seeks Burn Ban Over Drought

As drought conditions become more severe in central West Virginia, some local officials have expressed concern for public safety and a desire for tighter regulations...

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Mar. 21, 2024

Justice Declares State Of Emergency For Eastern Panhandle, Potomac Highlands Fires

Wildfires in several Eastern Panhandle and Potomac Highlands counties have burned through thousands of acres cumulatively. Emergency personnel are on the ground fighting the flames.

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