As American energy companies decrease their coal production, many wonder what comes next for the communities left behind.

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In the early 20th century, the coal industry was booming in Appalachia. That made the region a destination for Black migrants from the Deep South, who were moving northward in search of new jobs.

In the 1800s, gold, silver and copper booms lured miners and immigrants looking for a better life. Though the mines ...

Carrie Dunmire, the president and owner of ACCᾹD, Jill Watkins, the owner of Watkins Design Works and Sandra Cline, the owner ...

On this West Virginia Morning, we look at efforts to revitalize a former Black coal camp, plus hear from award-winning singer and songwriter Carrie Newcomer for our Song of the Week.

And as they stood in line for water or food, ... FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. (AP) — The winner of this year's West Virginia Coal Festival teen beauty pageant walks among the ruins of a community ...

About 800 NIOSH employees placed on leave have set up a “war room” in West Virginia to keep campaigning for min ...

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Summersville sits like a hidden jewel among West Virginia’s rolling hills. This small town offers big value for retirees on a ...

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