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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Arts & Culture WVPB Staff, Jul. 10, 2026

The Underground Railroad's Route Through Appalachia, This West Virginia Morning

On this West Virginia Morning, not much has been known about Appalachia’s contributions to the Underground Railroad, but a Marshall University historian is documenting that history.

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Energy & Environment Maria Young, Jul. 09, 2026

Flood Watch In Effect For Much Of W.Va. Through Sunday Morning

Much of West Virginia remains under a flood watch through 8 a.m. Sunday. The National Weather Service predicts multiple thunderstorms, some of them severe, across the state.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Jul. 01, 2026

Factor Heat, Hydration Into Holiday Plans

High humidity will make it feel hotter than the reported air temperature, and experts suggest people should keep an eye on the heat index instead.

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Government Eric Douglas, Jun. 24, 2026

State Of Emergency Declared For 3 Southern W.Va. Counties

Gov. Patrick Morrisey has declared a State of Emergency for Boone, Logan, and Raleigh counties following severe storms, flash flooding, and landslides.

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Energy & Environment Chris Schulz, May. 28, 2026

Drought Conditions Persist Across State

From January to April, West Virginia has experienced its 10th driest start to the year since official records began in 1895.

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Government WVPB Staff, Feb. 16, 2026

School Funding Needs And Understanding Snow Mold, This West Virginia Morning

A challenge lawmakers are struggling with this session is how to pay for public schools in a state where there’s falling enrollment, especially in rural counties. Also, the Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom explains snow mold.

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