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.

Menthol Tobacco Targeted Black Communities for Decades—Now Communities Across Appalachia Are Taking Action

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Events
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May 14, 2026

BBG Staff Menthol tobacco wasn’t just marketed. It was targeted. For decades, tobacco companies heavily promoted menthol cigarettes in Black communities through neighborhood advertising, sponsorships, music culture, and strategic pricing. […]

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West Virginia Creatives To Turn Label Meeting Into Live Cultural Event
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Culture
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May 8, 2026
Join BLAC for their Doula Training Series
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Culture
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May 7, 2026
Glow Night & Big Wins: WV Vibes Creator Awards to Spotlight Rising Talent
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Culture
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April 23, 2026
Who Powers West Virginia—and Who Pays the Price?
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April 22, 2026
MEDIA ADVISORY: Charleston Candidate Forum April 14 as Early Voting Approaches
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Civics
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April 13, 2026
Inner Sunshine Arts Presents ‘Black Girl Peace and Paint’ in Beckley, West Virginia
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Culture
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April 2, 2026
Invest in Us: NAACP Huntington-Cabell Calls for Support Ahead of 2025 Freedom Fund Banquet
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Culture
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October 24, 2025
Why Winslow Anderson Matters: A West Virginia Story of Glass, Art, and Legacy
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Culture
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September 10, 2025
“Your Voice Matters”: Roland Martin Opens Charleston’s Juneteenth Celebration
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Culture
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June 24, 2025