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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Education Chris Schulz, Apr. 29, 2026

New Study Shows Teacher Pay Stalling Nationally

A report from the National Education Association ranks West Virginia 47th in the nation for average teacher salary.

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Education Chris Schulz, Jan. 29, 2026

Bill To Raise Minimum Teacher Pay Has Hidden Complexities

Senate Bill 516 would increase the state’s minimum salary for teachers with a bachelor’s degree or higher to $50,000, bringing West Virginia in line with neighboring states like Virginia and Ohio.

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Government Eric Douglas, Dec. 11, 2025

Morrisey Makes State Employee Pay Raise A Priority

The pay raises proposed by Morrisey will apply to state employees who are funded through the general revenue budget, which includes the vast majority of state workers. This category covers teachers, State Police, corrections officers and many other essential public servants.

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Education Chris Schulz, Nov. 17, 2025