Holiday

In this week’s episode of Inside Appalachia, we talk about holiday foods. We’ve got recipes for things like cranberry salad, sorghum gingerbread, and pecan pie. But more than recipes, this show is about the power of memory, and tradition.

Communities across the world are getting creative to celebrate the holidays while addressing COVID concerns. In Wyoming County, West Virginia, an annual parade of lights was cancelled. Instead, Mullens Area Chamber of Commerce members encouraged residents and businesses to participate in the holiday decorations contest.

When the coronavirus pandemic threatened the annual Wyoming County Toy Fund, organizers partnered with eight local fire departments to collect and distribute toys to families in need.

This week we’ve put together a special holiday episode about seasonal traditions. Holidays in these mountains have always been meaningful. In Appalachia,…

For many people the holidays signal the start of a joyous time — snow season. It means strapping on skis or hopping onto a sled to tear into soft, fluffy…

West Virginia state employees are getting some extra time off during the upcoming holidays.Gov. Jim Justice has issued proclamations declaring Dec. 24 and…

This week's Inside Appalachia is a special holiday edition. We hear stories of Christmas past, present and hope for the future. We’ll check in with West…

This week's Inside Appalachia is a special holiday edition. We hear stories of Christmas past, present and hope for the future. We’ll check in with West…

Reporting from America’s cultural divide, this is the Us & Them podcast from West Virginia Public Broadcasting.Over the past few years, we’ve noticed that…

Discover our holiday line-up of radio specials. With a combination of local and national programs, pianist Bob Thompson's "Joy to the World" once again…