After a West Virginia farmer died in a lightning strike from a clear sky, many believed God had punished him for a series of ...

Many of these tragedies are remembered locally but remain little known beyond Appalachia. Together, they reveal how geography, industry, and human determination have shaped West Virginia for more than ...

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. — The duel between Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton remains a defining episode in early American history. Even those with only a passing knowledge of the nation’s founding may ...

Netflix's new Little House on the Prairie is reviving interest in frontier life. Discover the log cabins that reveal West ...

The spotted lanternfly has been confirmed in Kanawha County, expanding its spread, raising concerns for forests, vineyards ...

A new study led by West Virginia University Extension found that successful tourism is about more than attracting travelers. Communities that depend on tourism must also protect affordable housing, ...

Held at the 14,000-acre Summit Bechtel Reserve in Fayette County, the 10-day event brings together scouts from across the United States—and increasingly from overseas—for outdoor challenges, ...

PAW PAW, W.Va. — Every autumn, a remarkable fruit ripens quietly beneath the forests of Appalachia. It has a creamy texture, a flavor often compared to banana, mango, and vanilla, and a history ...

MARTINSBURG, W.VA. — For many West Virginia children, grief arrives far earlier than most people imagine. About one in seven children in the Mountain State will experience the death of a parent or ...

West Virginia Explorer embraces new technologies that help our newsroom report more effectively, organize information, and serve readers with greater accuracy and efficiency. Artificial intelligence ...