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August 4, 1897: Dixie Songbird Billy Cox Born

Country-and-western musician Billy Cox was born near Charleston on August 4, 1897. He started his career in 1928, singing and playing guitar and harmonica…

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Researchers Uncover History of Former Coal Community

West Virginia University researchers recently completed a year-long project exploring the history of a coal community in Monongalia County, using photos…

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March 30, 1837: Virginia Legislature Chartered a Private Academy at West Liberty

On March 30, 1837, the Virginia legislature chartered a private academy at West Liberty, north of Wheeling.The first 65 students met for classes the…

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October 21, 1940: Gov. William Conley Dies at 74

On October 21, 1940, former West Virginia Governor William G. Conley died at the age of 74. The Republican started his career as a schoolteacher and…

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