Morrisey: Tourism Can Help W.Va. Grow
Tourism added $9 billion to West Virginia’s economy last year. And Gov. Patrick Morrisey wants to see that grow.
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'The American Revolution,' Special Screening Event At Shepherd University, Sept. 4
West Virginia Public Broadcasting (WVPB) will host an exclusive preview screening of The American Revolution, a new PBS documentary series by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, on Thursday, Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. at the Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education on the campus of Shepherd University.
Continue Reading Take Me to More News'Caregiving' Screening Event, June 18
From Executive Producer Bradley Cooper, this is the story of paid and unpaid caregivers navigating the challenges and joys of this deeply meaningful work. Intertwining intimate personal stories with the untold history of caregiving, the documentary reveals the state and the stakes of care in America today. Narrated by Uzo Aduba (The Residence, Orange is the New Black), directed by Chris Durrance.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFolksingers And Hellbenders, Inside Appalachia
This week, a talented, young folk singer looks for the balance between making music and making a living. Also, after six generations, keeping the family farm going can be rough. We hear the story of the...
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsGrappalachia Now Streaming
Grappalachia is an exciting look at independent wrestling in West Virginia. This short documentary highlights the dedicated fans and incredible wrestlers who give their all in the ring. It captures the raw emotion and unique charm of this vibrant spectacle in small-town America, celebrating the untamed spirit of Appalachian wrestling culture.
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Hey Cartooners! Now Streaming
Get ready to relearn those magic words with Hey Cartooners! For nearly three decades, Jule Huffman entertained the tri-state area as Mr. Cartoon, but his legacy loomed larger than his television personality. Now those who knew him best tell his story.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsA Conversation On Documentary ‘King Coal’ And W.Va. Town Advocates For End To Gun Violence, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, each year, tens of thousands of Americans die from firearm injuries. In 2022, that figure included more than 300 West Virginians. Nationally, U.S. residents are split on a solution. But residents of a town in Brooke County are advocating for an end to gun violence through political organizing, public art and prayer.
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