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WV NAACP demands moratorium on data centers, microgrids; Opposes HB 2014

The WV NAACP unanimously passed a resolution demanding a moratorium on High Impact Data Centers and the repeal of HB 2014 over local control and water concerns.

Responsible Development Associate

job opportunity at ReImagine Appalachia to help shape our Responsible Development work

In the era of rural health transformation, one nonprofit is determined to change the story for Appalachia

A Viral Songwriting Challenge Shines a Spotlight on the Tradition of Hip Hop in West Virginia

This spring, the community media organization Black By God challenged West Virginia artists to write a lyrical love letter to the state, breathing new life into the state’s hip hop scene

Eastern KY artists celebrate America’s 250, Black history with ‘pursuit of liberty’ quilt

The Southeast Kentucky African American Museum unveils its 'Pursuit of Liberty' community quilt project in Hazard, honoring Black history and Appalachian roots.

This week in Affrilachian history: Sept. 6 through Sept. 12

Explore key September moments in Affrilachian history: WV’s first Black legislator, Harlem Renaissance author John Matheus, and John Henry’s legend.

For some West Virginians, a historic $450M Chemours settlement over forever chemicals is too little, too late

Parkersburg residents react to Chemours' historic $450M PFAS settlement as federal drinking water protections face potential rollbacks and long-term health harms linger.

Op-Ed: September is National Voter Registration Month

WV Secretary of State Kris Warner encourages Mountain State citizens to verify voter registration and prepare for upcoming elections during Voter Registration Month.

Your Monthly Horoscopes For September 2026

Astrologer Jessica Lloyce breaks down September 2026 transits, Mars square Saturn, and how to use your Mercury placement to survive upcoming Q4 retrogrades.

WV Schools superintendent backs Kanawha County protocol for special education and Hope Scholarship

WV State Superintendent Michele Blatt defended Kanawha County's special education re-entry protocol while working to revise parent notification letters.