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THIS WEEK IN WV HISTORY: August 16–22
The following events happened on these dates in West Virginia history.
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Real West Virginian of the Week: Kelli Steele helps tell Putnam County’s story
For Kelli Steele, tourism is about more than bringing visitors to a place. It is about helping a community see the value, beauty, and opportunity that already exists at home.
At the West Virginia Film Festival, Appalachian youth have a vision for the state’s arts scene
Nineteen-year-old Liberty Morgan is the lead organizer and founder of the West Virginia Youth Film Festival (WVYFF), a festival dedicated to amplifying the voices of young visual artists in West Virginia.
Dear Grace: Conversations that matter
My sister is staying with me, and she’s driving me nuts. When can I kick her out?
How are new student loan caps affecting medical students?
Students at state’s three medical schools coping with caps on federal loans – so far, medical schools say.
Making a ‘GIANT’ impact on the local community
“The Giants’ visit didn’t seem all that important to me at first–until I got to be a part of it,” said Abby DeGraff, a local business owner. “I quickly realized how wrong I was about their impact on our local economy.”
Scenes from the 79th annual Berkeley County Youth Fair
Take a look at the photos from the 79th annual Berkeley County Youth Fair in Martinsburg, W.Va., which took place from Aug.1-8.
THE FRONT PORCH: How are the opioid settlement funds being spent in West Virginia?
West Virginia was one of the states hit hardest by the opioid epidemic.
SUNDAY SERMON: 10 things I learned at Vacation Bible School this week
“We make plans; God laughs.”










