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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Education Bill Lynch, About 22 hours ago

BOE In Charge Of School Rules, Senator Justice Admonished, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, the board of education is in charge of rulemaking for schools according to a ruling from the Court of Appeals of West Virginia, Sen. Jim Justice is admonished and a rule to weaken silica limits in mines is proposed.

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Government Bill Lynch, Nov. 07, 2026

Jay Rockefeller Died And West Virginia Voted, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, former governor and longtime U.S. senator Jay Rockefeller has died, West Virginia voted in the general election, and a new anthology explores science fiction and fantasy in Appalachia.

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Press Release Mallory Richards, Nov. 06, 2026

Joy To The World Holiday Jazz Concert Celebrates 34th Year

Bob Thompson’s annual holiday jazz celebration is back! Joining Thompson on stage is his long-time bandmates Timothy Courts on drums, Ryan Kennedy on guitar, John Inghram on bass, plus special guest vocalist Lena Seikaly with James Moore on trumpet. Buy your tickets today!

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Energy & Environment Bill Lynch, Jul. 18, 2026

The Smokey Air And Flock Cameras, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, weekend storms may help clear the smokey air, Huntington City Council approves Flock cameras and how Fentanyl may have made its way into the country.

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Energy & Environment Bill Lynch, Jul. 11, 2026

A Flood Watch And The Parkersburg Fire, This West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, the state is under a flood watch through Sunday, the fire in Parkersburg is under investigation and a class action against the state’s foster care system will move forward. ...

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Health & Science Maria Young, Jun. 24, 2026

New EMS Program Aims To Expand Rural Healthcare Access In W.Va.

Paramedics in rural counties of West Virginia can help patients access healthcare and stay connected to providers -- an effort to prevent acute illness and improve health outcomes.

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