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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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Jun. 01, 2026

New RHTP Funds To Focus On Prevention, Promotion Of Good Health

The governor hopes that efforts to educate the public and promote healthy living can prevent chronic health issues, saving the state money and increasing workforce participation in the process.

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Health & Science Eric Douglas, Apr. 23, 2026

Morrisey Announces Rural Health Money To Begin Flowing

Money from the Rural Health Transformation Program is about to start flowing into West Virginia.

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Health & Science Eric Douglas, Mar. 30, 2026

State Loses Grant Money For Farmers Due To DEI Concerns

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has canceled a large grant program that has provided millions of dollars in annual funding to West Virginia.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Mar. 24, 2026

Health Officials Provide Guidance On Rural Health Transformation Funding

State health leaders want recipients of rural health funding to be well informed to ensure statewide success.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Mar. 16, 2026

Department Of Health Launches Listserv To Keep Community Informed About Rural Health Initiatives

Gov. Patrick Morrisey has promoted the program as a unique opportunity to improve health outcomes and expand access to care since it was first announced last year.

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Government Maria Young, Mar. 16, 2026

Morrisey Highlights Session Successes, Sees Opportunity For More

In his first press conference since the end of the 2026 legislative session, Gov. Patrick Morrisey chose to focus on the successes of his priorities -- and goals ahead.

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