Novel Shares Story Of Historical Black Kingdom In Western North Carolina

Following the American Civil War, a group of freed people fled violence and bought land in Western North Carolina. In the summer of 1873, these people formed a Black communal society they named “The Kingdom of the Happy Land.” A new novel tells a story set in the kingdom, both in the past and in the present day. It’s titled, “Happy Land.” Host Mason Adams spoke with its author, Dolen Perkins-Valdez.

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Government Briana Heaney, Feb. 07, 2025

State Leaders Talk Legislative Priorities

Members of the legislature and state government met with state media to discuss priorities for the upcoming legislative session on Friday. The event, called the “Legislative Lookahead,” sponsored by the West Virginia Press Association, was held at the...

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Government Briana Heaney, Dec. 18, 2024

While Delegate-Elect De Soto Sits In Jail, Secretary Of State's Office Figures Out What A Replacement Would Look Like

The Democrats in the House of Delegates could gain another member after a Delegate-elect was arrested for terroristic threats. The Secretary of State's office says with all the moving parts, it's hard to tell what will happen. ...

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Government Chris Schulz, May. 16, 2024

Bob Ashley Remembered By Former Colleagues

Former legislator and public servant Bob Ashley was remembered by former colleagues including Gov. Jim Justice and Sen. Joe Manchin this week after he passed away at the age of 70.

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Government WVPB Staff, Feb. 20, 2024

Changing The Legislative Auditor's Office And The Fall Of AppHarvest, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the demise of eastern Kentucky’s AppHarvest and bills changing the Legislative Auditor's Office.

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Government Randy Yohe, Feb. 02, 2024

Supporting Texas, Funding Disease Curing Breakthroughs Highlight Friday House Session

In a rare occurrence, Speaker of the House Roger Hanshaw, R-Clay, came down from the podium to speak to House Bill 5014.

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Government Emily Rice, Jan. 20, 2024

Resources For Children And Looking At The Legislature, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, we began with Child Advocacy Day at the Capitol where lawmakers learned about resources available to the state’s children. Also, we hear from a new survey that shows teachers are increasingly likely to leave the profession in West Virginia. And, we listen to legislative leaders discuss their thoughts on the 2024 West Virginia Legislative session.

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