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Charleston native and pioneering Black journalist Tony Brown dies at 93
Remembering Tony Brown: The iconic host of Tony Brown’s Journal and Howard University dean began his historic journalism journey at Charleston’s Garnet High School.
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Black By God is a community-led news organization that aims to provide a more nuanced portrayal of the Black Experience in West Virginia and Appalachia. Our name is a riff on the colloquial phrase West ‘by God’ Virginia that claims a unique place in central Appalachia.
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Community members, WWE, step up to assist autistic man after bullying incident at North Charleston Community Center
After a public assault broke his noise-canceling Beats, Kshawn Foye received community support, replacement headphones, and a special invitation from WWE.
A 150-foot jump and millions of views: ‘America’s Viral Bungee’ is located in West Virginia
Dubbed ‘America’s Viral Bungee,’ The Great Bungee Company in Harpers Ferry offers a 150-foot drop that turns regional tourism into viral content creation.
Southern Black Girls and Women’s ‘Joy & Justice Tour’ coming to Charleston
The Southern Black Girls & Women’s Consortium brings its free, festival-style Joy & Justice Tour to Charleston, WV on Aug 22 at North Charleston Rec Center.
Blockchain, crypto, and the new DUNA law: lawmakers and nonprofits gather for digital innovation summit
Despite low broadband ranks, West Virginia lawmakers passed the DUNA Act and debated stablecoin bills. Learn how blockchain legislation aims to spur economic growth.
People Moving the Mountains: Beverly White’s work didn’t stop when she became Mayor
Lewisburg Mayor Beverly White continues her leadership across West Virginia as Chair of Region 4 Planning & Development. Read her story on Black By God.
Live Listening Party takes stage at Multifest
Mountain State hip-hop artists took center stage at Charleston’s 36th annual Multifest, bringing unity, local pride, and raw talent to Haddad Riverfront Park.