Encore: 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, Oct. 09, 2026

NEST Program Helps Welcome Babies To Mountain State

Each NEST kit includes more than 20 newborn and postpartum essentials, including diapers, wipes, an infant thermometer, postpartum recovery and breastfeeding supplies, and a blood-pressure monitor. Families also receive information on postpartum health, infant safety and care, feeding and nutrition, and programs and resources available to support parents and their babies.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Aug. 27, 2026

Whistleblower Alleges Misuse Of Federal HIV Treatment Funds

The whistleblower alleges several irregularities in the handling of federal HIV treatment funds by a West Virginia contractor, including kickbacks, embezzlement and federal benefits continuing to dead clients.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Nov. 14, 2025

Inspector General: 91% Of W.Va. Child Abuse Cases Out Of Compliance

West Virginia was chosen for a federal audit due to the highly publicized death of a teen in 2024, as well as reports of the state's overburdened Child Protective Services workforce.

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Government Chris Schulz, Oct. 30, 2025

Governor’s Appointment To Fill Senate Vacancy Draws Criticism From Democrats

Morrisey announced Thursday he has appointed Zack Maynard to fill the vacancy created by Mike Stuart's appointment to be general counsel to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Aug. 22, 2025

Trump Moves To Strip Union Rights Of NIOSH Workers

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) wants to end collective bargaining agreements (CBA) for its employees at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).

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Energy & Environment Curtis Tate, Aug. 15, 2025

Court Ruling Favors 2 Coal Miners Who Sued Over Trump Cuts

A federal judge has issued another favorable ruling for two coal miners who sued to get black lung benefits. U.S. District Judge Irene Berger on Thursday let Matthew Ward, a Mingo County coal miner, joi...

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