A Mine Wars Graphic Novel, Storytelling And W.Va. Life, Inside Appalachia

This week on Inside Appalachia, we speak with the author of a new graphic novel about the West Virginia Mine Wars. Also, professional storyteller James Froemel invents quirky characters, like a sign maker who can't spell. And, one of the most common animals to get hit by cars are possums. But, there’s a kind of animal rescue called pouch picking. We talk with author Laura Jackson.

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Government Curtis Tate, Nov. 11, 2024

WVDOT Secretary Says Congress Should Raise Federal Gas Tax

Most states, including West Virginia, have raised their own gas taxes instead. Others have opted for tolls or public-private partnerships.

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Government Curtis Tate, Jan. 09, 2024

No Funds To Repair, Replace Closed Ohio River Bridge

On Dec. 21, the department shut down the Market Street Bridge, which crosses the Ohio River from Brooke County to Steubenville, Ohio.

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Government Briana Heaney, Dec. 21, 2023

Market Street Bridge Near Weirton Closed

The West Virginia Department of Transportation (WVDOT) closed the bridge following an inspection on Dec. 20. The steel suspension bridge is nearly 120 years old.

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Economy Randy Yohe, Dec. 20, 2023

Wheeling Streetscape Project May Offer Small Business Financial Relief Plan

With limited customer access for dozens of shops and restaurants, Wheeling City Council will vote on a relief plan that offers qualified businesses credits against their Business and Occupation (B & O) taxes and up to $10,000 in financial aid.

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Government Curtis Tate, Dec. 06, 2023

Streetscape Construction Continues In Downtown Wheeling

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg toured the Wheeling Streetscape project in July.

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Government Caroline MacGregor, Mar. 16, 2023

Speeding In A Work Zone Could Cost You

With the number of highway and bridge construction projects accelerating, WVDOT wants to get the message across to drivers: speeding in work zones will not be tolerated.

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