Harpers Ferry

Arts & Culture Jack Walker, Aug. 20, 2025

New Book Explores Little-Known History Of Black-Owned Hotel In Harpers Ferry

A Jefferson County author's new book unveils the history of Thomas and Lavinia Lovett, a Black couple who in 1890 opened Harpers Ferry's iconic Hill Top Hotel.

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Arts & Culture WVPB Staff, Aug. 20, 2025

After A Coal Firm's Bankruptcy And Celebrating Success Against The Odds, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, South Fork Coal – which had operations that were contested by numerous conservation groups – has idled its operations and furloughed its remaining employees. And, a little-known piece of Harpers Ferry’s storied history is getting some attention.

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Economy Jack Walker, Mar. 06, 2025

As W.Va. National Parks Lose Funding, 2024 Data Shows Record-High Turnout

Amid federal spending cuts that National Park Service workers say are straining operations and staffing, 2024 visitation numbers released Wednesday indicate that demand for the agency’s parks has increased.

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Arts & Culture Jack Walker, Jan. 15, 2025

Bungee Jumping Coming To Harpers Ferry This Spring

A Canadian company plans to open a bungee jumping site at an abandoned quarry in Harpers Ferry this May.

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Arts & Culture WVPB Staff, Jan. 15, 2025

Bungee Jumping And Morrisey's Executive Orders, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, we hear about a new bungee jumping opportunity coming to West Virginia and a string of executive orders from new Gov. Patrick Morrisey.

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Arts & Culture Jack Walker, Jan. 13, 2025