Encore: Ohio's Ancient Earthworks And Ballad Singing After Hurricane Helene, Inside Appalachia

This week, ballads tell stories about all kinds of real-life events, but after Hurricane Helene, one group of ballad singers felt some topics were still too raw. Also, the author of a book on ancient Ohio credits a former grad student with introducing him to the region’s mysterious earthworks. And, the legacy of Affrilachian poet Norman Jordan includes a summer camp for teens to study their heritage.

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Energy & Environment WVPB Staff, Oct. 16, 2026

Following Hurricane Helene, A Community Of Ballad Singers Is Making A Comeback, This West Virginia Morning

When Hurricane Helene tore through western North Carolina in 2024, it took lives and upended communities. A community of ballad singers lost a place where they could share their tradition, but what was lost could be restored.

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Health & Science Maria Young, Oct. 15, 2026

Pop-Up Health Clinic Offers Wide Range Of Free Services

Hundreds of West Virginians seeking free health care are expected to show up Saturday for West Virginia Health Right's We Care WV Day.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Oct. 14, 2026

The Best Time To Get Vaccinated Against Respiratory Illnesses, This West Virginia Morning

The changing colors of the leaves and the dropping temperatures of fall bring with them calls to get vaccinated against the flu. But in recent years, that call to action has expanded. We talk with Dr. Brian Huggins, Monongalia County health officer and medical director, about when to get vaccinated.

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Health & Science Maria Young, Oct. 13, 2026

Mystery Rash That Closed Wyoming Co. Schools Came From MRSA

The source of open sores on dozens of Wyoming County students last week has identified.

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Health & Science Maria Young, Oct. 13, 2026

Study Examines Reasons For Drop In W.Va. Obesity Rates

A new national report finds a significant drop in West Virginia's adult obesity rates.

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Health & Science WVPB Staff, Oct. 13, 2026

Obesity Rates In W.Va. On The Decline, This West Virginia Morning

It’s not often that we associate West Virginia's obesity rates with good news – but data released last month from the nonprofit Trust for America's Health finds West Virginia is one of just two states nationwide to show a significant drop in adult obesity rates. We find out what's causing the decline – and whether it's likely to continue.

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