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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Education Chris Schulz, May. 14, 2025

Federal Funding Cuts, New Dye Requirements Fuel Uncertainty In School Lunchrooms

From aviation administration to worker safety, federal cuts implemented by the Trump administration have touched every aspect of life. That includes the USDA's Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program, which provided funds for schools to purchase fresh, local food for students.

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Government WVPB Staff, May. 14, 2025

Opioid Settlement Suit Drags On And Schools Lose Local Food Funding, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, the state Supreme Court declined to rule in an opioid settlement lawsuit and schools assess effects of cuts to local food purchasing program.

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Arts & Culture WVPB Staff, Jan. 02, 2025

Enjoying Winter Vegetables And Celebrating Kwanzaa, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, a new dinner series explores the wonders of winter produce and also in this episode celebrating Kwanzaa.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Jul. 10, 2023

Keeping Water Pipes Clean And Growing Food With Kids This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, WVU professor and researcher Emily Garner looks into micro-organisms in water systems, and a children’s book on urban farming and getting kids excited about growing their own food.

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Arts & Culture Randy Yohe, Mar. 23, 2023

W.Va. Food Ambassador Chef Named James Beard Award Semifinalist

ul Smith is one of two West Virginia chefs in the running for one of the most prestigious awards in the culinary world. Reporter Randy Yohe spoke with Smith, who said it's a humbling honor just to be nominated.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Oct. 21, 2022

USDA Funding Supports Local Agriculture

More than $1.3 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will go to four agricultural projects designed to strengthen and expand access to local and regional food businesses.

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