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Since 1967, Foxfire has been a storehouse of traditional Appalachian knowledge that still helps people today. It continues to preserve music and history,

On this West Virginia Morning, foster kids often don't have anywhere to go when they turn 18, but a new program in Philippi, Barbour County is working to help provide housing and work for some of them.

Jerry Lee Thieman, 83, son of Glen and Alice (Parrish) Thieman, was born Dec. 17, 1940, in St. Joseph, Mo. He passed from this life unexpectedly on Dec. 31, 2023, at Ozarks Healthcare Hospital in West Plains, Mo.

This week, we return to some of our favorite stories from 2023. Appalachia saw challenge and calamity, but people found joy … and strength. We learn about how an old family tradition is connecting with a new generation –and we find unexpected views and surprises just off the interstate.

The West Virginia Public Broadcasting News Department has told hundreds of stories this year with one thing in mind: Telling West Virginia’s Story. Out of those hundreds of stories, our reporters picked out their personal favorites. We hope you enjoy this look back.

This week on Inside Appalachia, we go a-wassailing in Asheville, North Carolina. We also visit Kentucky’s Minnie Adkins. She’s had a long career as a folk artist, which began with a pocket knife. And, family recipes bring generations together. But what happens when you’ve got grandma’s potato candy recipe, and it doesn’t have exact measurements?

On this West Virginia Week, we learned about the latest U.S. Census and what it means for West Virginia’s population. We also heard about a big shift coming in how the country gets its electricity, and we learned about the Pope’s decision to formally give his approval for priests to bless same-sex couples.

On this West Virginia Morning, the holidays are an important time for everyone to rest and relax. But as Chris Schulz reports, students off from school can still benefit from mental and physical activities.

It's a reunion a local family can only call a Christmas miracle.

It's a reunion a local family can only call a Christmas miracle.