Community celebrates ‘Joy & Justice’ with the Southern Black Girls and Women Consortium
Chanceé Lundy and the Southern Black Girls & Women's Consortium brought the Joy & Justice Tour to Charleston, launching the $550 #BlackGirlJoyChallenge grant.
Events
Coverage of upcoming and past events across Appalachia, including festivals, fairs, cultural gatherings, and events specific to Black and minority communities. This category keeps readers informed about local happenings and ways to get involved in their communities.
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Culturefest World Music & Arts Festival returns to Mercer County
Culturefest returns to Princeton, WV Sept. 8–13 featuring global artists, school workshops, and 4 days of free live music, art, and food in the Grassroots District.
Woodyfest: The recap from backstage
Relive Woodyfest: DJ Woody Woods brought national stars Waka Flocka & Ying Yang Twins to Dunbar, WV alongside a powerhouse showcase of local hip-hop talent.
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.
Bill Withers, Calvin Simon among those to be honored with Beckley mural
Public art banner murals honoring Bill Withers, Calvin Simon, Hazel Dickens, and more will be installed at Word Park in Beckley ahead of Labor Day.
Legendary Bill Withers to be inducted into Beckley’s inaugural ‘Hometown Hall of Fame’
Beckley honors music icons Bill Withers, Hazel Dickens, and more at the inaugural Hometown Hall of Fame event on Aug 1 at Word Park. Live music, art, and food trucks.
Marshall’s championship women’s basketball team, former boxer Christy Martin turn out for ‘Women Making a Difference Night’
YWCA Charleston and the Dirty Birds celebrated 28 honorees at Women Making a Difference Night, featuring boxing legend Christy Martin and Marshall Coach Juli Fulks.
Culturefest World Music & Arts Festival returns to Mercer County
Culturefest returns to Princeton, WV Sept. 8–13 featuring global artists, school workshops, and 4 days of free live music, art, and food in the Grassroots District.
Woodyfest: The recap from backstage
Relive Woodyfest: DJ Woody Woods brought national stars Waka Flocka & Ying Yang Twins to Dunbar, WV alongside a powerhouse showcase of local hip-hop talent.
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.
Bill Withers, Calvin Simon among those to be honored with Beckley mural
Public art banner murals honoring Bill Withers, Calvin Simon, Hazel Dickens, and more will be installed at Word Park in Beckley ahead of Labor Day.
Legendary Bill Withers to be inducted into Beckley’s inaugural ‘Hometown Hall of Fame’
Beckley honors music icons Bill Withers, Hazel Dickens, and more at the inaugural Hometown Hall of Fame event on Aug 1 at Word Park. Live music, art, and food trucks.
Marshall’s championship women’s basketball team, former boxer Christy Martin turn out for ‘Women Making a Difference Night’
YWCA Charleston and the Dirty Birds celebrated 28 honorees at Women Making a Difference Night, featuring boxing legend Christy Martin and Marshall Coach Juli Fulks.
