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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Energy & Environment Chris Schulz, Jan. 08, 2025

Shop – And Return – Locally For A More Sustainable Holiday

The holiday season is coming to an end, but some of its leftovers – like boxes and Christmas trees – are still hanging around. Cleaning up and preparing for next year can be done with an eye towards the environment.

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Energy & Environment WVPB Staff, Jan. 08, 2025

Protecting The Hellbender Salamander And Holiday Sustainability, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, discussing the proposed listing of the Eastern Hellbender Salamander on the endangered list and making the holidays more sustainable.

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Government Chris Schulz, Apr. 20, 2024

Legislative Interims, Digital Parenting Demands And Composting, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, legislators started off the week back in Charleston for the first time since the end of the regular session for interim meetings. Meanwhile, we heard about the state’s rising natural gas production, the new challenges of digital devices for parents, and ahead of Earth Day, we took a look at a major composting operation.

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Energy & Environment Chris Schulz, Apr. 18, 2024

Addressing Climate Anxiety Ahead Of Earth Day

Ahead of Earth Day Monday, Chris Schulz spoke with Amy Parsons-White, sustainability manager for Marshall University, to discuss this mental health issue and potential solutions.

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