The Kingdom Of The Happy Land, Inside Appalachia

This week on Inside Appalachia, the setting for a new novel is a communal society founded by freed people in North Carolina. It was a real place called The Kingdom of the Happy Land. Also, when a West Virginia pastor got assigned to a new church, some folks tried to warn him. And, the online world of Appalachian memes — and what they tell us about folks who live here.

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Health & Science Maria Young, Mar. 28, 2025

Second Chance Grant Applicants Awarded $6 Million To Fight Opiate Addiction

Nearly 100 organizations across West Virginia have been awarded more than $6 million from the West Virginia First Foundation to support drug addiction prevention and recovery programs.

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Government Maria Young, Feb. 18, 2025

New AG Staffer Will Address Barriers To Substance Abuse Recovery Statewide

The W.Va. Attorney General's office has announced a new position: director of substance abuse prevention and recovery, held by a member of staff now in long term recovery.

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Health & Science Jack Walker, Jan. 23, 2025

Purdue Pharma To Pay W.Va. $55M In Opioid Settlement

Thanks to a settlement with opioid manufacturer Purdue Pharma and its owners, West Virginia will receive up to $55 million, said Attorney General J.B. McCuskey Thursday.

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Health & Science Chris Schulz, Dec. 23, 2024

First Round Of W.Va. Opioid Settlement Grants Announced

The West Virginia First Foundation (WVFF), responsible for dispersing West Virginia’s opioid settlement money, announced the...

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Health & Science Emily Rice, Dec. 18, 2024

Following His Resignation, Health Officer Reflects On 4 Years In W.Va. Government

After two years as West Virginia’s State Health Officer and four years working to improve the state’s health through the government, Dr. Matthew Christiansen resigned on Friday, Dec. 13. On Monday, he spoke with West Virginia Public Broadcasting’s Health Reporter, Emily Rice about his time in state government and what the future may hold.

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Health & Science Emily Rice, Dec. 13, 2024

First Foundation Offers Another Chance For Prevention And Recovery Grants

The foundation responsible for distributing West Virginia’s opioid settlement funds is giving applicants a second chance to obtain funding to fight the state’s drug epidemic.

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