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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Government Curtis Tate, Nov. 11, 2024

WVDOT Secretary Says Congress Should Raise Federal Gas Tax

Most states, including West Virginia, have raised their own gas taxes instead. Others have opted for tolls or public-private partnerships.

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Government Jack Walker, May. 30, 2024

Division Of Highways Prepares To Repave Local Roads Across W.Va.

The West Virginia Division of Highways plans to repave local traffic roads across the state with a new $150 million investment from the West Virginia Legislature.

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Government Jack Walker, Apr. 11, 2024

Lane, Sign Improvements Aim To Reduce Traffic In Eastern Panhandle

Lane and signage improvements in Berkeley County aim to reduce traffic congestion in West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle. The Department of Transportation project was announced Tuesday.

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Government Eric Douglas, Apr. 05, 2024

Contractor Killed In US 340 Work Zone In Jefferson County

A flagger working for A.L.L. Construction Inc. was killed in a work zone accident on US 340 in Jefferson County according to a press release from the West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT).

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