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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Education Randy Yohe, Apr. 14, 2025

MU Esports Team Finishes Top Ten In National Championships

Marshall’s fledgling Esports team answered the call of duty at this weekend's Collegiate National Championships. The school’s Esports broadcast team covered the Thundering Herd foursome ...

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Arts & Culture Emily Rice, Jan. 04, 2024

Concord Esports Team Wins National Championship

One of West Virginia’s first collegiate esports teams won a national championship in December.

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Education Gabriella Boal +, May. 31, 2023

Diversity In Online Gaming: Gender, Race And Money

Esports have exploded in popularity as a spectator sport in recent years, but barriers to access, primarily gender discrimination and cost, have kept many from competing in the games they love to watch and play.

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Education Shepherd Snyder, Mar. 07, 2023

Concord University Set For Second Annual Esports Summer Camp

Esports are competitive, multiplayer video games played at a high level. They've grown in popularity as a spectator sport through online streaming.

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Education David Adkins, Oct. 29, 2021

Universities Across W.Va. Taking An Interest In Esports, Offering Athletic And Academic Programs

Schools around West Virginia are getting involved in esports, creating varsity teams and academic programs in response to a spike of interest on campuses around the country.

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Education Eric Douglas, May. 18, 2021