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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Energy & Environment Chris Schulz, Jul. 04, 2026

Studying Endangered Bats, A Pioneering Appalachian Filmmaker And The Supreme Court Rules On Local Sports, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, bats play a critical role in our ecosystems and agriculture, but their numbers are declining in the face of a changing climate and disease.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Jul. 01, 2026

Factor Heat, Hydration Into Holiday Plans

High humidity will make it feel hotter than the reported air temperature, and experts suggest people should keep an eye on the heat index instead.

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Health & Science Randy Yohe, Jun. 23, 2025

Extreme Heat Warning Posted, Likely To Extend

An extreme heat warning for most of West Virginia’s lowland counties may extend to the weekend. The National Weather Service’s (NWS) extreme heat warning notes dangerously hot conditions for most of the state, with heat index values up to 105 degrees....

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Energy & Environment Briana Heaney, Jul. 15, 2024

W.Va. Facing Drought Conditions

July has been an abnormally dry month, leading to drought conditions in many areas of the state. Around 60 percent of the state is experiencing moderate to severe drought conditions. Another 30 percent are experiencing dry conditions.

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Health & Science Emily Rice, Jun. 18, 2024

How To Stay Safe And Cool Under East Coast Heat Dome

With temperatures continuing to soar on the East Coast, experts are warning about the dangers of heat stroke.

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Energy & Environment Jack Walker, Jun. 14, 2024

Extreme Heat Headed For West Virginia Next Week

The National Weather Service (NWS) has forecast a heat wave with highs of more than 90 degrees will strike the East Coast next week, including West Virginia.

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