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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Economy Maria Young, Jun. 16, 2026

Report Identifies Strategies For Economic Growth In W.Va.

A new report makes suggestions for reversing job losses and spurring economic growth in West Virginia.

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Arts & Culture WVPB Staff, Jun. 11, 2026

Remembering Singer-Songwriter Daniel Johnston, This West Virginia Morning

The late singer-songwriter Daniel Johnston grew up in West Virginia and came onto the indie music scene in the 1980s. Last year, Johnston was inducted into the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame and he’s featured in the next episode of Us & Them. In this award-winning show, host Trey Kay learns about Johnston’s legacy which was partly shaped by his challenges with mental illness.

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Economy Maria Young, Jun. 08, 2026

United Way Launches Disaster Preparedness Centers

The Tygart Valley United Way and United Way of Central West Virginia are launching United We Prepare, a statewide initiative to ensure communities are prepared to meet basic needs for food, shelter and power during disasters.

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Arts & Culture WVPB Staff, Jun. 05, 2026

Nelsonville Music Festival Celebrates 20 Years, This West Virginia Morning

The Nelsonville Music Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. The Ohio-based festival over the years has hosted American music icons, like John Prine, Willie Nelson and Loretta Lynn, while also supporting regional artists. Inside Appalachia’s Abby Neff spoke with festival founder Tim Peacock to learn more.

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Economy Eric Douglas, Jun. 04, 2026

Emergency Energy Assistance Applications Will Open Soon

Low income West Virginia residents will soon be able to apply for emergency energy assistance to get through the summer heat if they are in danger of having service shut off.

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Economy Eric Douglas, Jun. 04, 2026