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Located along the Ohio River and 12 miles northwest of Pittsburgh, Moon Township, Pennsylvania is part of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area and is home to Pittsburgh International Airport. 

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! The Ross House, built in 1895 in Bellaire, Ohio, is a captivating abode with a rich history of paranormal activity, drawing in all who cross its threshold. Could the activity stem from the Ross House's connection to a powerful ley line? Do the nearby train tracks and the Ohio River contribute to the hauntings? Step through the doors of the Ross House, and you can feel the energy shift. It's believed that a dark spirit named Alfred now calls the Ross House home, and he isn't always kind to its guests. It also seems that one of the former owners, Marie Gretros, never did leave her beloved home. Could the antique store that is attached to the Ross House also contribute to its hauntings? Today on the Grave Talks, The Haunted Ross House, a conversation with owner, Cindy Kuhn. For more information, visit their website at therosshouse.org or search The Ross House on Facebook. Become a GRAVE KEEPER and get access to ALL of our EPISODES - AD FREE, BONUS EPISODES & ADVANCE EPISODES!!! Sign up through Apple Podcast Channel or Patreon. Sign up through Apple Podcasts or Patreon http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! The Ross House, built in 1895 in Bellaire, Ohio, is a captivating abode with a rich history of paranormal activity, drawing in all who cross its threshold. Could the activity stem from the Ross House's connection to a powerful ley line? Do the nearby train tracks and the Ohio River contribute to the hauntings? Step through the doors of the Ross House, and you can feel the energy shift. It's believed that a dark spirit named Alfred now calls the Ross House home, and he isn't always kind to its guests. It also seems that one of the former owners, Marie Gretros, never did leave her beloved home. Could the antique store that is attached to the Ross House also contribute to its hauntings? Today on the Grave Talks, The Haunted Ross House, a conversation with owner, Cindy Kuhn. This is Part Two of our conversation. For more information, visit their website at therosshouse.org or search The Ross House on Facebook. Become a GRAVE KEEPER and get access to ALL of our EPISODES - AD FREE, BONUS EPISODES & ADVANCE EPISODES!!! Sign up through Apple Podcast Channel or Patreon. Sign up through Apple Podcasts or Patreon http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks

Nannie Kelly Wright ran an iron furnace at a time when most women weren't even allowed near one. Born in Kentucky, raised on the Ohio River, and later married into the iron industry, Nannie became one of the few women in American history to manage a furnace operation herself — traveling weekly, overseeing workers, and building a fortune.Once rumored to be the richest woman in the world after Queen Victoria, she was also presented at the Court of St. James, backed Teddy Roosevelt's trust-busting policies, and made headlines with a divorce scandal where her husband asked for alimony.Join us as we tell the story of Nannie Kelly Wright, Appalachia's Iron Lady.

When we think of border states and the Civil War, we often think about Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, and Delaware. When we think of fugitive slaves, we often think of the Ohio River or the Mason-Dixon line as a boundary between slavery and freedom. But did you know that similar debates over the meaning of freedom and slavery occurred in the Washington Territory? Join us today for a discussion with a former research fellow, who will explain how she came across a fugitive slave in Washington Territory, and what his story tells us about fugitivity and freedom in a border region. Dr. Lorraine McConaghy is a public historian. She received a PhD in history from the University of Washington. In 2010-11, she received a fellowship to conduct research on Richard Dickerson Gholson, a Kentuckian who became the 3rd Territorial Governor of Washington. We are here today, however, to talk about Dr. McConaghy's book that she co-authored with Judy Bentley: Free Boy: A True Story of Slave and Master. Kentucky Chronicles is inspired by the work of researchers worldwide who have contributed to the scholarly journal, The Register of the Kentucky Historical Society, in publication since 1903. https://history.ky.gov/explore/catalog-research-tools/register-of-the-kentucky-historical-society Hosted by Dr. Daniel J. Burge, associate editor of The Register of the Kentucky Historical Society and coordinator of our Research Fellows program, which brings in researchers from across the world to conduct research in the rich archival holdings of the Kentucky Historical Society. https://history.ky.gov/khs-for-me/for-researchers/research-fellowships Kentucky Chronicles is presented by the Kentucky Historical Society, with support from the Kentucky Historical Society Foundation. https://history.ky.gov/about/khs-foundation This episode was recorded and produced by Gregory Hardison. Thanks to Dr. Stephanie Lang for her support and guidance. Our theme music, “Modern Documentary” was created by Mood Mode and is used courtesy of Pixabay. Other backing tracks are used courtesy of Pixabay or are original compositions by Gregory Hardison. To learn more about our publication of The Register of the Kentucky Historical Society, or to learn more about our Research Fellows program, please visit our website: https://history.ky.gov/ https://history.ky.gov/khs-podcasts

More financial help is coming to Kentucky farmers impacted by April flooding and storms... Scammers are using advanced technology to "Spoof" law enforcement phone numbers to help talk you out of your money... The Ohio River is still too high for workers to get to the Riverside Drive sinkhole. But that should improve by week's end... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Augusta Distillery (Augusta, KY) WF0059 The month-long celebration of the release of Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon: Second Edition continues with a journey to the Northern Kentucky region that is home to New Riff, Neeley Family, Boone County and others. But did you know, along the Ohio River, below Cincinnati and northwest of Lexington there are three distilleries just waiting to be explored? Today, we're going to visit with Ryan Edwards, co-founder of Augusta Distillery, a facility I've had the privilege of seeing evolve from the bones of an old manufacturing building into an experiential distillery that blends town charm, the building that employed so many, and a modern distillery that stretches the concept of what you can do in a distillery. It's also the home of a distiller you should know - Alex Castle. Join me as we go through the evolution of the distillery and find out what things you can do here that you've likely never done at any other distillery. We'll make you put Northeast Kentucky into your travel plans. And for Patreon.com/whiskeylore members, get an extra ten minutes to this episode with some insider information on some of the features of this distillery. Cheers and slainte mhath, Drew

On this week's show, your host, Justin Mog, puts on his life jacket and grabs his paddle for a float down the Ohio River with three people who recently came ashore after 11 days of paddling from Ashland to Louisville: David Wicks, Ella Swigler, and Mary Feldkamp. The Ohio River Way sponsored the Ohio River Way Challenge again this year from May 5-15, 2025 (https://www.ohioriverway.org/ohio-river-way-challenge). This year they added a new focus on citizen science called the Restore lab (https://nkytribune.com/2025/04/ohio-river-way-challenge-returns-may-5-15-annual-300-mile-expedition-to-include-new-floating-lab/) Most paddled in 30 foot canoes, and the Restore lab was on a 50 foot house boat. Tune in to hear as they share stories of their adventures and some of the findings from the data collection on the river, as they attempted to ground truth ORSANCO and USGS data and to collect biodiversity data and photographs on all of the river islands. Learn more at: The Ohio River Way https://www.ohioriverway.org
Kentucky Waterways Alliance https://www.kwalliance.org The Ohio River Basin Alliance (ORBA) https://www.ohioriverbasinalliance.org/ 
As always, our feature is followed by your community action calendar for the week, so get your calendars out and get ready to take action for sustainability NOW! Sustainability Now! is hosted by Dr. Justin Mog and airs on Forward Radio, 106.5fm, WFMP-LP Louisville, every Monday at 6pm and repeats Tuesdays at 12am and 10am. Find us at http://forwardradio.org The music in this podcast is courtesy of the local band Appalatin and is used by permission. Explore their delightful music at http://appalatin.com

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Tuesday, May 27, 2025  Get a glimpse into WV's busy industry, beautiful scenery, robust culture and more with the daily304's daily picture…learn about the business advantages of Wood County…and WV Development's Executive Director Mike Graney gives the scoop on industries that are positioned to lead the state's economy…on today's daily304.   #1 – From DAILY304 – Get a daily dose of West Virginia culture and history, innovative industry, stunning scenery, native wildlife and more with the daily304's photo of the day. See a photo that catches your eye and want to learn more? The images are tagged so you can readily identify the source -- whether it's a state park or a state agency. Check out the gallery now! Read more: https://daily304.wv.gov/photo-gallery/   #2 – From DEVELOP WOOD COUNTY – Set along the Ohio River, Wood County, West Virginia is the land of opportunity for business. Key industries include automotive, manufacturing, petrochemical, information technology and more.  Visit the Wood County Economic Development online to learn how to start or grow your business, view available sites and buildings, and more.  Learn more: https://developwoodcountywv.com/#section-services   #3 – From WV SOS OFFICE – On this episode of “Just Three Questions,” West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner welcomes guest Mike Graney, the executive director and acting secretary for the West Virginia Department of Economic Development. Tune in as they discuss job growth, the state legislature's role in economic development and what industries are positioned to lead the state's economy over the next 10 years. Read more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jff4-P9lPro   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear issues an order waiving vehicle fees for drivers in weather-devastated counties... A bicyclist has died of injuries sustained after he was hit by a vehicle over the holiday weekend... A car theft suspect drowned in the Ohio River after fleeing from police at Marina Point... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Appalachian Prison Book Project has been sending books to incarcerated people for nearly 20 years. Its most popular book is the dictionary. Also, the Seeing Hand Association brings together people who are visually impaired to learn the craft of chair caning.  And, crossing a river by ferry can be a special experience, and hard to come by. On the Ohio River, a retiring ferry captain passes the torch to his deck hand.You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Friday, May 23, 2025  Interested in a career in data analytics? Generation WV is offering a course starting this summer…intriguing history meets beautiful scenery and architecture on Blennerhassett Island…and a couple who falls in love with Shepherdstown rescues a beloved French restaurant …on today's daily304.   #1 – From GENERATION WV – Curious about a career in data analytics? Join Generation WV for an Info Session with NewForce Program Director, Casey Patterson, and discover how its Data Analytics training program helps you build strong statistical reasoning skills and apply them across industries—from healthcare to business and beyond. Classes begin July 7. Register today! Read more: https://generationwv.org/our-work/newforce/apply/   #2 – From WV STATE PARKS – An island in West Virginia? That's right! Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park is a hidden gem that lies along the Ohio River. The island was first settled in 1789 by Harman and Margaret Blennerhassett, wealthy Irish aristocrats fleeing political persecution and personal scandal. Over the years, the couple's mansion gained a reputation for being the West's most beautiful home. Today, guests can travel back in time with a lovely island visit during the months of May through October. The island can only be accessed with a 20-minute ride on a 19th-century-style sternwheeler, which is an adventure in and of itself. Activity options include tours of the mansion, horse-drawn carriage rides, scenic paths for hiking and biking, museums, shops and more. Read more: https://wvstateparks.com/meet-blennerhassett-island-a-paradise-full-of-surprises-in-west-virginia/   #3 – From WV LIVING – When Jaye and Lars Golumbic were introduced to Shepherdstown, the historic town instantly felt like home to them. They started spending more time in the Eastern Panhandle town, where they became fans of a quaint little French restaurant called Bistro 112 that they often visited while scouting locations to open a business someday. But when the restaurant's owner, who was struggling to maintain the business during the pandemic, offered them the opportunity to buy the business, the couple took a leap of faith. Today, the revived Bistro 112 features Old World menu selections paired with wine or a signature cocktail set in a cozy atmosphere that includes a charming outdoor garden. To learn more, visit bistro112.com or find them on Facebook. Read more: https://wvliving.com/the-rescue-of-bistro-112/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

"This might as well be Oz,"  I thought, upon clearing the clouds approaching Paducah, Kentucky. I wouldn't have been surprised to experience supersaturated sunshine, and perhaps a golden brick runway. Tales of faraway lands work magic on youthful minds, and although I'd never been here before, the stories of a special person from my youth had cast a spell on this Ohio River town as real as any bright-hued fairy tale. Photo: Period postcard of the Irvin Cobb Hotel, Paducah KentuckyKentucky Belle Episode Webpage Support the showContact Greg with your comments and suggestions! GregBrownFlyingCarpet.com (Find all of Greg's links here.) Greg Brown's Cockpit Adventures from the Flying Carpet Podcast Greg's Book, Flying Carpet; The Soul of An Airplane "You don't have to be a pilot, or even a frequent flyer, to soar with Greg Brown in Flying Carpet." -- Nina Bell Allen, Former Asst. Managing Editor, Readers Digest Greg's Fine Art Metal Prints, Pilot Achievement Plaques, & Photo Wall Calendars Greg Brown's Flying Carpet Podcast Facebook Group Greg Brown's Student Pilot Pep Talk Facebook Group Greg Brown on Instagramhttps://www.facebook.com/GregBrownFlyingCarpet/https://www.instagram.com/gregbrownflyingcarpet/

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Tuesday, May 13, 2025  Check out the job opportunities available in Putnam County in the heart of Advantage Valley…discover the pro-business climate and great quality of life in Huntington, #YesWV…and get in some outdoor therapy while soaking in the natural beauty of West Virginia's rail trails…on today's daily304.   #1 – From JOBS IN PUTNAM – Part of the Advantage Valley metro area, Putnam County is a great place to live, work and play. Check out who's hiring in industries ranging from manufacturing to healthcare! Learn more: https://bit.ly/m/jobsinputnam   #2 – From HADCO – The Huntington metro area is known as a hub for innovation and a diverse array of industries. Its innovative partners and leaders have dedicated themselves to fostering a pro-business culture and a dynamic quality of life.  The city sits upon the Ohio River at the point where West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky meet and is part of one of the largest inland ports in the United States. Whether your company's success depends on highway, rail, air, or water transportation, you'll find what you need here. Learn more: https://www.hadco.org/   #3 – From HERALD-DISPATCH– Need outdoor therapy? Explore West Virginia's rail trails.  The state's rail trails have seen an increase in activity throughout the past three years as people took to the outdoors for their mental health needs during the pandemic. But even post-pandemic, spending time outdoors is good for what ails you. Discover some of the Mountain State's most beautiful scenery on a bike ride, walk, or even horseback ride on a rail trail. From the 78-mile-long Greenbrier River Trail to one of West Virginia's newest additions, the Elk River Rail Trail, you'll find no shortage of places to spend time in the great outdoors.  Check out wvtourism.com for more information and travel itineraries.  Read more: https://www.herald-dispatch.com/special/visitors_guide/need-outdoor-therapy-explore-west-virginia-s-rail-trails/article_e1aeaf49-7795-4f24-bfff-821be1b4aecd.htmlherald-dispatch.com   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Thursday, May 8, 2025  West Virginia is buzzing with job openings for engineers--see who's hiring…enjoy fun on the water--from swimming, boating, fishing and more--at West Virginia state park lakes…and learn why the Advantage Valley is a great place to live and work in #YesWV…on today's daily304. #1 – From JOBCASE – Are you an engineer looking for exciting opportunities in diverse industries? West Virginia's #YesWV initiative is buzzing with job openings for engineers across multiple sectors. A wide array of industries in the Mountain State are actively hiring, in thriving areas including aerospace, automotive and manufacturing.  Check out Jobcase.com to see who's hiring and learn more. Read more: https://www.jobcase.com/articles/yes-wv-engineering   #2 – From WV STATE PARKS – A sunny day makes for a relaxing waterside cooldown in West Virginia. With several state parks featuring a sizable lake, the Mountain State boasts all the space you could ever dream of for your water-filled adventures. This spring and summer, make a splash at one of the beautiful West Virginia state parks and enjoy life on the water. Check out all the boating, swimming and fishing opportunities at Beech Fork, Bluestone Lake, Stonewall Resort and other state parks throughout Almost Heaven. Read more: https://wvstateparks.com/add-these-8-west-virginia-state-park-lakes-to-your-spring-summer-bucket-list/   #3 – From ADVANTAGE VALLEY – Served by three interstates and several U.S. highways, the nine-county region in southern West Virginia known as Advantage Valley has fast connections to key cities and markets throughout the eastern half of the nation. Busy CSX and Norfolk Southern mainlines connect the region to the continent's rail network and ports along the Ohio River and in Virginia. The area is served by six navigable rivers with truck-to-barge capabilities, two ports, and two regional airports. Advantage Valley's history in industries such as coal production earned local workers a reputation for initiative and employer loyalty. In fact, West Virginia has the nation's lowest manufacturing employee turnover rate. With an outstanding quality of life, a low cost of living, and competitive wages, it's easy for local employers to draw recruits to the area.  Learn more about why the Advantage Valley is a great place to live and work in #YesWV. Read more: https://advantagevalley.com/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the morning of May 2, 2025. Transportation officials will make another push for federal funding to support the I-69 Ohio River Crossing project in southwest Indiana. Plus, Indy's newest flight to Europe is set to take off this weekend. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

A rally tonight celebrates the Evansville Thunderbolts first-ever President's Cup tournament win... Ascension Health Care managers say some patient information appears to have been stolen from a business partner. The Ohio River is finally cooperating with workers anxious to resume repairs on a big sink hole on Riverside Drive... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LMPD credited some teens for helping a man who had driven into the Ohio River after a medical emergency Monday evening. STORY: https://www.wdjx.com/teens-save-a-man-who-drove-into-the-river-in-prp/

Point State Park stands as the crowned jewel of downtown Pittsburgh. It is a lush, 36-acre greenspace nestled at the historic confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers, where the mighty Ohio River is born.Point State Park is a focal point for community gatherings, festivals and celebrations. It provides sweeping views of the city's skyline and serves as a tranquil urban escape.The Point has become the place you bring your out of town parents to. The place you see on TV during all home games for the Pirates and Steelers. The place you see from atop of the iconic Duquesne Incline. But it hasn't always been that way. Before it was Point State Park, it was known as the Forks of the Ohio River and served as a critical military strong hold for the French, British, Native American and American militaries. Fort Prince George, Fort Duquesene and Fort Pitt were all – at one time or another – located where the state park stands.Overtime the Point developed into a thriving industrial zone, a place dedicated to supplying resources for the growing United States of America. But by the 1930s, the area had deteriorated into a commercial slum. City and state officials stepped up and completely changed the property. More than just a park, the Point is a testament to Pittsburgh's ability to reinvent itself while honoring its roots and is a powerful symbol of Pittsburgh's resilience, history and natural beauty.As the gateway to the city and the heart of its downtown, Point State Park doesn't just represent Pittsburgh—it is Pittsburgh.On this episode, I speak with Jack Lachendro. Jack is the Environmental Education Specialist at Point State Park. Be sure to support our 2025 sponsors:Keystone Trails AssociationPurple Lizard MapsPennsylvania Parks and Forests FoundationSisters' SunflowersSupport the showVisit our website to learn more about the podcast, to purchase merch and to find out about our incredible sponsors. Follow us on Instagram and Meta to stay connected. Hosting, production and editing: Christian AlexandersenMusic: Jon SauerGraphics: Matt Davis

Occasional guest host and LTA videographer Nolan Johnson joins Clay to talk about the epic Lewis and Clark Airstream journey of 2025, wherein Clay will follow the Lewis and Clark Trail from Jefferson's Monticello in Virginia to Astoria, Oregon, and back again. Historian James Ronda said the Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1804-06 was “America's first great road story.” Clay plans to get himself on all the great rivers of the journey: Ohio, Mississippi, Missouri, Clearwater, Snake, and Columbia. Nolan will join Clay at several Lewis and Clark sites across America, with video cameras and his celebrated drone work. Nolan and Clay talk about several adventures that have already been scheduled, including an absurd pontoon float from Fort Yates, North Dakota, up to Bismarck and beyond. Clay will begin his transcontinental travels in early May in North Carolina and make stops at Monticello, Harpers Ferry, and Philadelphia before joining the Ohio River at Pittsburgh. It's a grand adventure, and we already ask, “What could go wrong?” This interview was recorded on March 22, 2025.

The Ohio River in Owensboro crested at its highest peak in nearly 30 years, Louisville rolls out a new plan to combat violent crime, the Kentucky Department of Education says it will comply with a federal order banning DEI, how the Disabled American Veterans is helping veteran entrepreneurs, and God's Pantry Food Bank opens a new facility.

Take in the city's skyline from the Ohio River. An unforgettable adventure awaits in this new business coming to Louisville! Then we read the Facebook comments...

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Friday, April 11, 2025. Check out some of West Virginia's unique festivals devoted to comics, gaming, cryptids and more…plan a visit to Wheeling and discover a city filled with history, culture and recreational offerings…and be a part of the movement to drive progress and opportunity across the state: register now for Generation WV's Pathways to Progress conference…on today's daily304. #1 – From WV NEWS – West Virginia may be known for its scenic beauty and Appalachian culture, but it also hosts a thriving community of fans devoted to anime, comics, tabletop gaming, sci-fi, fantasy and cryptid lore. Throughout the year, the Mountain State comes alive with conventions, festivals, and gatherings that celebrate geek and nerd culture in all its forms. Mark your calendar for Causeacon on April 25-27. Beckley's first-ever pop culture convention includes all fandoms from anime to Star Wars, gaming and more. It's also a fundraiser for a good cause.  Additional events coming up this summer and fall include the West Virginia Renaissance Festival in Lewisburg, Pop Culture Con in Morgantown, the Mothman Festival in Point Pleasant, and more. Read more: https://www.wvnews.com/news/wvnews/cosplay-comics-and-conventions-west-virginia-s-nerdy-niche-explored/article_aee3a86b-5953-4d34-b8ea-17496febf7ca.html   #2 – From SOUTHERN LIVING – Lying on the border between West Virginia and Ohio in the state's northern panhandle is the charming town of Wheeling, West Virginia. Founded in 1769, Wheeling's prime location on the Ohio River made it a popular frontier town.  Today there's plenty to do in the city that once served as West Virginia's first capital. Take in a show at the historic Capitol Theatre, catch the Wheeling Nailers hockey team in action, visit the restaurants boutique shops at Centre Market and walk or bike Wheeling Heritage Trail. It's also home to Oglebay Resort, Wheeling Park and more. Visit wvtourism.com to learn more about this historic city and start planning your itinerary. Read more: https://www.southernliving.com/wheeling-wv-11700813   #3 – From GENERATION WV – Be part of the conversation shaping the future of West Virginia's workforce!  Generation WV's Pathways to Progress is an exciting, full-day conference designed to empower individuals, businesses, and organizations with the tools, knowledge, and connections to drive progress and opportunity across our state.  The event takes place May 8 at the Charleston Marriott Town Center. Join young professionals, employers, educators, and community leaders to explore strategies for workforce innovation, talent retention, and building a brighter future for West Virginia.  Register now! Read more: https://generationwv.networkforgood.com/events/80722-generation-wv-presents-pathways-to-progress-charting-a-course-for-wv-s-future-workforce   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  

Sitting high above the small community of Ripley, Ohio, a lantern shone in the front window of a small, red brick home at night. It was a signal to slaves just across the Ohio River. Anyone fleeing bondage could look to Reverend John Rankin’s home for hope. To the slaveholders they fled from, Rankin’s activities as a “conductor” on the Underground Railroad invoked rage. Mobs often pelted Rankin with eggs and rocks, bounties were placed on his head, and midnight assassins lurked in the darkness, waiting for the right opportunity to take out the “Father of Abolitionism.” Despite frequent threats, he remained committed to the freedom of his fellow man.Today’s guest is Caleb Franz, author of The Conductor: The Story of Rev. John Rankin, Abolitionism's Essential Founding Father, we look at the story of the man who served as a George Washington–type figure to the antislavery movement. Rankin’s leadership brought unity and clarity to the often factious abolitionists of the nineteenth century. William Lloyd Garrison, Harriet Beecher Stowe, and countless others found inspiration in his teachings. He also presented abolitionism as a moderate movement, helping to make it palpable to Southern centrists who considered most abolitionists Yankee radicals who wanted to watch America descend into a Haitian-style race war.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Matarese from Channel 9 comes on to talk about the tariffs on everyday items like shoes and even iPhones… Find out why you might want to snag that Weber grill ASAP! and get a heads-up on a coming "tariff Doppler" “The Great Cheese Spill of 2025” that caused major traffic headaches in Cincinnati Plus, hear about a restaurant owner's extreme (and maybe questionable) measures to deal with Ohio River flooding… and an update on the situation at "Angry Rodney's" house.Sara has the story of a 42-year-old woman allegedly using an 87-year-old's identity to try and buy a car... almost 50 times!....HOW DID SHE PULL THIS OFF THAT MANY TIMES??

WHAS11 was scheduled to be the official broadcast station for this year's Thunder Over Louisville. A flooded Ohio River canceled the show, but the TV station still has plans for all day entertainment.Doug Proffitt visited to reveal WHAS11's plans to carry special drone coverage on Saturday and then taped airshow content and fireworks displays from previous years. The all day show begins at noon on WHAS11.Plus, there will be a fundraising component to assist the local branch of the American Red Cross assisting flood victims.

Flooding in Cincinnati as the Ohio River crests at over 60 feet; Toledo mom and two young children have been missing since last month; Microsoft data centers in Central Ohio are on indefinite hold; boy from Gaza in Cleveland for necessary medical treatment.

KiddChris and Sara get into local happenings, including the alarming rise of the Ohio River and the widespread flood warnings affecting the tri-state area. You'll hear firsthand accounts of underwater parks and even concerns for the Cincinnati Reds' practice facilities at the flooded ballpark.KiddChris is psyched about some upcoming entertainment in the Cincinnati area, including performances by Beck and Nas with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, and concerts by Chevelle and Breaking Benjamin.... Plus, the ongoing saga of getting Macy Gray on the show!Want to know why Dave Mustaine from Megadeth supposedly preferred "fat chicks" in the early days? Tune in to find out his… unique reasoning .... And for a truly bizarre throwback, listen to the story of the 1-900 number where you could pay to hear people cry.  

"Clay at Our Core" takes you across the Ohio River to talk with Austin Deal, the programming director at the Baker Hunt Art and Cultural Center, a cool place with a rich history in Covington.

Grain markets did their best to stabilize on Monday with some green in old crop corn, soybeans and wheat trade was a bit higher across the board. Obviously tariffs and headline risk continues to bring volatility to the stock market and more. We discuss the market picture to start the week in a conversation with John Heinberg from Total Farm Marketing. Find more at https://www.totalfarmmarketing.com. We've seen large amounts of rain fall from Arkansas up through the Ohio River valley, causing widespread and devastating flooding. Not to mention, a ton of severe weather as well in recent days. We recap all of that, discuss frost/freeze potential for early this week and look at a new long term weather outlook with Eric Snodgrass from Nutrien Ag Solutions in our Weekly Weather Update. Find more at https://www.ag-wx.com. Also, we start the show discussing the potential of increased soybean aphid pressure in the Midwest this year and talk about ways to minimize that pressure. Ron Geis, Market Development Specialist, Corteva Agriscience, joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.corteva.us/ridgeback.

U.S. Representative Thomas Massie entered Congress in November 2012 after serving as Lewis County Judge Executive. He represents Kentucky's 4th Congressional District, which stretches across Northern Kentucky and 280 miles of the Ohio River. U.S. Representative Massie attended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, earning a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a Master's in Mechanical Engineering. During school, he invented a technology that enabled people to interact with computers using their sense of touch. He leveraged that technology to found SensAble Technologies, Inc., which raised over $32 million of venture capital, created 70 jobs, and obtained 29 patents. The hardware and software he developed are now used to design automobiles, jewelry, shoes, dental prosthetics, and even reconstructive implants for wounded soldiers. In Congress, Thomas serves on two committees: the House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure and the House Judiciary Committee. The House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure has jurisdiction over roads, bridges, mass transit, railroads, aviation, maritime and waterborne transit. The Judiciary Committee has jurisdiction over laws that affect intellectual property, industrial hemp, civil liberties, firearms, and other topics that were among the reasons he ran for Congress.

Leaders on both sides of the Ohio River are confident they can overturn a plan to close one of the twin bridges... Protesters turned out Saturday at Indiana 8th district congressman Mark Messmer's office demonstrating his refusal to hold a town hall meeting... After five weeks in the hospital battling double pneumonia, Pope Francis is back home in the Vatican... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The early French visitors to Big Bone Lick would impact the formation of our great nation. But the fossils that they sent back to France would require radical thinking to sort out! Thanks to Neil Kesterson and his Dynamix Studio in Lexington, Kentucky for the audio recording!   And here is the text to the podcast!                 BARON DE LONGUEUIL, BIG BONE LICK,                            AND GEORGE WASHINGTON   It is the 1739 French expedition down the Ohio River that is of immediate interest herein.  And because history and geography are so compatible, and the future twists back on its past, that expedition will link us to George Washington and his triggering of the French and Indian […]

Big Bone Lick  in Northern Kentucky along the Ohio River, holds a special position in the record of science, history and culture. It must have been a place of almost magical attraction for the Ice Age creatures that would cross such a wide river to reach it. And perhaps ,for the hunting humans that followed them in, a site of mystical  and religious significance. It certainly came to be so for the European scientists who first examined the giant fossils buried there! Thanks to Neil Kesterson and his Dynamix  Studio in Lexington, Kentucky for the audio recording! Here is the text to the podcast!                           THE APPROACH TO BIG BONE LICK   The French had it good in the newly discovered continent called […]

A small town in South Eastern Indiana, New Albany has gone through some very interesting changes. An area where more wealthy residents lived in large brick homes over looking the Ohio River when it was settled, it was always in the shadow of the larger metropolis of Louisville Kentucky just across a bridge. It had fallen on hard times and lost some of its lustre but has recently found a renaissance and has become a hip area with gentrified homes and highly touted gastro pubs. In 1990 New Albany was in flux but no one would ever imagine a lovely young bride, Robin Baxter would end up floating in the Ohio River four days after she was reported missing. Why did it take 22 years and two generations of detectives to solve her case? Hear Robin's story here.   Magic Mind keeps me on the best path. If you think you might need a little help along the way go to magicmind.com and in the promo code area use TIPSIS20 for 20% off.

Gene Thomas grew up in Raceland, Kentucky, near the Ohio River. In 1970, at the age of 19, Thomas went to Hamilton, Ohio in search of work. While staying with […] The post Gene Thomas first appeared on Shadows Of Legend.

If you're struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor. Visit https://betterhelp.com/almanac for a discount on your first month of therapy.If you have questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are credentialed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation, here is an overview written by the YouTube creators behind the channel Cinema Therapy that goes into these topics: https://www.reddit.com/r/cinema_therapy/comments/1dpriql/addressing_the_betterhelp_concerns_headon_deep/ Hello dearest poison friends! I hope you are all well and staying safe! I was pondering the pollution of our worlds waterways this week and thought we could take on the discussion of some toxic and polluted (sometimes deadly) rivers. Obviously, I cannot speak on every single river that could qualify for these titles in one episode, so if you like this topic then we can do more in a future episode. Today however we are visiting West Java, Indonesia, where the Citarum River supplies water for drinking, bathing, cleaning, and irrigation for crops for millions of people. There also happen to be around 2,000 industries on its banks dumping waste such as heavy metals and toxic byproducts into the water. Solid waste such as plastic, diapers, and other household trash is also dumped in and along the river by residents of the capital city of Bandung and many villages living near its waters. In some areas, you cannot even see the surface of the water and dead fish and other animals float alongside the rubbish. This along with livestock waste and human sewage has made the river dangerous to those living near it and using it on a daily basis. We also discuss the Rio Tinto in Spain, where the water runs orange-red to blood red in color due to over 5,000 years of mining in the area. The water is acidic and filled with heavy metals and other mining byproducts. Oh, and we have to discuss the company that now operates the mine, conveniently called the Rio Tinto Company, and their many shady dealings all over the world. The Ganges is well known for a few things: it is a holy site for Hindus and it is heavily polluted with untreated sewage, human remains, industrial waste, and agricultural run-off. The water quality has been so bad that the incidence for illness after getting into the water is over 65%. Even, so, many Hindu pilgrims come to bathe ritually in this river and to dispose of human ashes as it is considered a place where sins are forgiven. I had to put at least one US river on here (because there are a lot of polluted rivers here as well), so I decided to go with the Ohio River (a hard decision as I was also thinking of the Mississippi and the Hudson as well). Most of the pollution here is caused by past industrial waste (including PFAs, dioxin, benzene, etc) and agricultural run-off. Oh and as a bonus, we head to the jungles of Peru to talk about one of my favorite rivers. Thank you to all of our listeners and supporters! Please feel free to leave a comment or send us a DM for any questions, suggestions, or just to say, "hi."Support us on Patreon:⁠⁠patreon.com/thepoisonersalmanac⁠⁠Follow us on socials:The Poisoner's Almanac on IG-⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/poisoners_almanac?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==⁠⁠⁠Adam-⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@studiesshow?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠⁠⁠Becca-⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@yobec0?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠

Join us as lifelong archery hunter Bill recounts his chilling Bigfoot encounters in southern Indiana. In this episode, Bill shares detailed stories of mysterious sounds, unsettling sights, and eerie experiences while hunting on a familiar farm near the Ohio River. From strange howls and screams that resemble sirens to an encounter with a Sasquatch carrying a deer, Bill's tales provide a fascinating look into the unexplained phenomena he has faced. Additionally, he discusses the intriguing, albeit disturbing, elements such as perfect circles in the forest, missing deer, and inexplicable tree structures. Bill's experiences underline the complex and mysterious nature of Bigfoot encounters, leaving one to ponder the existence and behaviors of these elusive creatures.If you've had similar encounters or experiences, please reach out to bigfootsociety@gmail.com. Your story could be the next one we feature!

K.A. Owens interviews Teresa Lee- Site Supervisor/Volunteer Coordinator of The Landing, Farnsley Moremen, a historic antebellum home on the Ohio River in Louisville, KY. She describes the mission vision and purpose, and shares upcoming events. She describes the focus on enslaved people who worked the land that is part of the programming. Recorded Saturday February 8, 2025

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The Grave Talks Best of 2024

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1/8: Heart of American Darkness: Bewilderment and Horror on the Early Frontier Hardcover – by  Robert G. Parkinson  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Heart-American-Darkness-Bewilderment-Frontier/dp/1324091770 We are divided over the history of the United States, and one of the central dividing lines is the frontier. Was it a site of heroism? Or was it where the full force of an all-powerful empire was brought to bear on Native peoples? In this startingly original work, historian Robert Parkinson presents a new account of ever-shifting encounters between white colonists and Native Americans. Drawing skillfully on Joseph Conrad's famous novella, Heart of Darkness, he demonstrates that imperialism in North America was neither heroic nor a perfectly planned conquest. It was, rather, as bewildering, violent, and haphazard as the European colonization of Africa, which Conrad knew firsthand and fictionalized in his masterwork. At the center of Parkinson's story are two families whose entwined histories ended in tragedy. The family of Shickellamy, one of the most renowned Indigenous leaders of the eighteenth century, were Iroquois diplomats laboring to create a world where settlers and Native people could coexist. The Cresaps were frontiersmen who became famous throughout the colonies for their bravado, scheming, and land greed. Together, the families helped determine the fate of the British and French empires, which were battling for control of the Ohio River Valley. From the Seven Years' War to the protests over the Stamp Act to the start of the Revolutionary War, Parkinson recounts the major turning points of the era from a vantage that allows us to see them anew, and to perceive how bewildering they were to people at the time. For the Shickellamy family, it all came to an end on April 30, 1774, when most of the clan were brutally murdered by white settlers associated with the Cresaps at a place called Yellow Creek. That horrific event became news all over the continent, and it led to war in the interior, at the very moment the First Continental Congress convened in Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Michael Cresap, at first blamed for the massacre at Yellow Creek, would be transformed by the Revolution into a hero alongside George Washington. In death, he helped cement the pioneer myth at the heart of the new republic. Parkinson argues that American history is, in fact, tied to the frontier, just not in the ways we are often told. Altering our understanding of the past, he also shows what this new understanding should mean for us today. 42 illustrations 1755 French map Ohio River 

3/8: Heart of American Darkness: Bewilderment and Horror on the Early Frontier Hardcover – by  Robert G. Parkinson  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Heart-American-Darkness-Bewilderment-Frontier/dp/1324091770 We are divided over the history of the United States, and one of the central dividing lines is the frontier. Was it a site of heroism? Or was it where the full force of an all-powerful empire was brought to bear on Native peoples? In this startingly original work, historian Robert Parkinson presents a new account of ever-shifting encounters between white colonists and Native Americans. Drawing skillfully on Joseph Conrad's famous novella, Heart of Darkness, he demonstrates that imperialism in North America was neither heroic nor a perfectly planned conquest. It was, rather, as bewildering, violent, and haphazard as the European colonization of Africa, which Conrad knew firsthand and fictionalized in his masterwork. At the center of Parkinson's story are two families whose entwined histories ended in tragedy. The family of Shickellamy, one of the most renowned Indigenous leaders of the eighteenth century, were Iroquois diplomats laboring to create a world where settlers and Native people could coexist. The Cresaps were frontiersmen who became famous throughout the colonies for their bravado, scheming, and land greed. Together, the families helped determine the fate of the British and French empires, which were battling for control of the Ohio River Valley. From the Seven Years' War to the protests over the Stamp Act to the start of the Revolutionary War, Parkinson recounts the major turning points of the era from a vantage that allows us to see them anew, and to perceive how bewildering they were to people at the time. For the Shickellamy family, it all came to an end on April 30, 1774, when most of the clan were brutally murdered by white settlers associated with the Cresaps at a place called Yellow Creek. That horrific event became news all over the continent, and it led to war in the interior, at the very moment the First Continental Congress convened in Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Michael Cresap, at first blamed for the massacre at Yellow Creek, would be transformed by the Revolution into a hero alongside George Washington. In death, he helped cement the pioneer myth at the heart of the new republic. Parkinson argues that American history is, in fact, tied to the frontier, just not in the ways we are often told. Altering our understanding of the past, he also shows what this new understanding should mean for us today. 42 illustrations 1781 French map Ohio River

4/8: Heart of American Darkness: Bewilderment and Horror on the Early Frontier Hardcover – by  Robert G. Parkinson  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Heart-American-Darkness-Bewilderment-Frontier/dp/1324091770 We are divided over the history of the United States, and one of the central dividing lines is the frontier. Was it a site of heroism? Or was it where the full force of an all-powerful empire was brought to bear on Native peoples? In this startingly original work, historian Robert Parkinson presents a new account of ever-shifting encounters between white colonists and Native Americans. Drawing skillfully on Joseph Conrad's famous novella, Heart of Darkness, he demonstrates that imperialism in North America was neither heroic nor a perfectly planned conquest. It was, rather, as bewildering, violent, and haphazard as the European colonization of Africa, which Conrad knew firsthand and fictionalized in his masterwork. At the center of Parkinson's story are two families whose entwined histories ended in tragedy. The family of Shickellamy, one of the most renowned Indigenous leaders of the eighteenth century, were Iroquois diplomats laboring to create a world where settlers and Native people could coexist. The Cresaps were frontiersmen who became famous throughout the colonies for their bravado, scheming, and land greed. Together, the families helped determine the fate of the British and French empires, which were battling for control of the Ohio River Valley. From the Seven Years' War to the protests over the Stamp Act to the start of the Revolutionary War, Parkinson recounts the major turning points of the era from a vantage that allows us to see them anew, and to perceive how bewildering they were to people at the time. For the Shickellamy family, it all came to an end on April 30, 1774, when most of the clan were brutally murdered by white settlers associated with the Cresaps at a place called Yellow Creek. That horrific event became news all over the continent, and it led to war in the interior, at the very moment the First Continental Congress convened in Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Michael Cresap, at first blamed for the massacre at Yellow Creek, would be transformed by the Revolution into a hero alongside George Washington. In death, he helped cement the pioneer myth at the heart of the new republic. Parkinson argues that American history is, in fact, tied to the frontier, just not in the ways we are often told. Altering our understanding of the past, he also shows what this new understanding should mean for us today. 42 illustrations 1789 American map Ohio River

6/8: Heart of American Darkness: Bewilderment and Horror on the Early Frontier Hardcover – by  Robert G. Parkinson  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Heart-American-Darkness-Bewilderment-Frontier/dp/1324091770 We are divided over the history of the United States, and one of the central dividing lines is the frontier. Was it a site of heroism? Or was it where the full force of an all-powerful empire was brought to bear on Native peoples? In this startingly original work, historian Robert Parkinson presents a new account of ever-shifting encounters between white colonists and Native Americans. Drawing skillfully on Joseph Conrad's famous novella, Heart of Darkness, he demonstrates that imperialism in North America was neither heroic nor a perfectly planned conquest. It was, rather, as bewildering, violent, and haphazard as the European colonization of Africa, which Conrad knew firsthand and fictionalized in his masterwork. At the center of Parkinson's story are two families whose entwined histories ended in tragedy. The family of Shickellamy, one of the most renowned Indigenous leaders of the eighteenth century, were Iroquois diplomats laboring to create a world where settlers and Native people could coexist. The Cresaps were frontiersmen who became famous throughout the colonies for their bravado, scheming, and land greed. Together, the families helped determine the fate of the British and French empires, which were battling for control of the Ohio River Valley. From the Seven Years' War to the protests over the Stamp Act to the start of the Revolutionary War, Parkinson recounts the major turning points of the era from a vantage that allows us to see them anew, and to perceive how bewildering they were to people at the time. For the Shickellamy family, it all came to an end on April 30, 1774, when most of the clan were brutally murdered by white settlers associated with the Cresaps at a place called Yellow Creek. That horrific event became news all over the continent, and it led to war in the interior, at the very moment the First Continental Congress convened in Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Michael Cresap, at first blamed for the massacre at Yellow Creek, would be transformed by the Revolution into a hero alongside George Washington. In death, he helped cement the pioneer myth at the heart of the new republic. Parkinson argues that American history is, in fact, tied to the frontier, just not in the ways we are often told. Altering our understanding of the past, he also shows what this new understanding should mean for us today. 42 illustrations 1803-1805 Ohio River

8/8: Heart of American Darkness: Bewilderment and Horror on the Early Frontier Hardcover – by  Robert G. Parkinson  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Heart-American-Darkness-Bewilderment-Frontier/dp/1324091770 We are divided over the history of the United States, and one of the central dividing lines is the frontier. Was it a site of heroism? Or was it where the full force of an all-powerful empire was brought to bear on Native peoples? In this startingly original work, historian Robert Parkinson presents a new account of ever-shifting encounters between white colonists and Native Americans. Drawing skillfully on Joseph Conrad's famous novella, Heart of Darkness, he demonstrates that imperialism in North America was neither heroic nor a perfectly planned conquest. It was, rather, as bewildering, violent, and haphazard as the European colonization of Africa, which Conrad knew firsthand and fictionalized in his masterwork. At the center of Parkinson's story are two families whose entwined histories ended in tragedy. The family of Shickellamy, one of the most renowned Indigenous leaders of the eighteenth century, were Iroquois diplomats laboring to create a world where settlers and Native people could coexist. The Cresaps were frontiersmen who became famous throughout the colonies for their bravado, scheming, and land greed. Together, the families helped determine the fate of the British and French empires, which were battling for control of the Ohio River Valley. From the Seven Years' War to the protests over the Stamp Act to the start of the Revolutionary War, Parkinson recounts the major turning points of the era from a vantage that allows us to see them anew, and to perceive how bewildering they were to people at the time. For the Shickellamy family, it all came to an end on April 30, 1774, when most of the clan were brutally murdered by white settlers associated with the Cresaps at a place called Yellow Creek. That horrific event became news all over the continent, and it led to war in the interior, at the very moment the First Continental Congress convened in Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Michael Cresap, at first blamed for the massacre at Yellow Creek, would be transformed by the Revolution into a hero alongside George Washington. In death, he helped cement the pioneer myth at the heart of the new republic. Parkinson argues that American history is, in fact, tied to the frontier, just not in the ways we are often told. Altering our understanding of the past, he also shows what this new understanding should mean for us today. 42 illustrations 1805 Ohio River at Marietta

2/8: Heart of American Darkness: Bewilderment and Horror on the Early Frontier Hardcover – by  Robert G. Parkinson  (Author) https://www.amazon.com/Heart-American-Darkness-Bewilderment-Frontier/dp/1324091770 We are divided over the history of the United States, and one of the central dividing lines is the frontier. Was it a site of heroism? Or was it where the full force of an all-powerful empire was brought to bear on Native peoples? In this startingly original work, historian Robert Parkinson presents a new account of ever-shifting encounters between white colonists and Native Americans. Drawing skillfully on Joseph Conrad's famous novella, Heart of Darkness, he demonstrates that imperialism in North America was neither heroic nor a perfectly planned conquest. It was, rather, as bewildering, violent, and haphazard as the European colonization of Africa, which Conrad knew firsthand and fictionalized in his masterwork. At the center of Parkinson's story are two families whose entwined histories ended in tragedy. The family of Shickellamy, one of the most renowned Indigenous leaders of the eighteenth century, were Iroquois diplomats laboring to create a world where settlers and Native people could coexist. The Cresaps were frontiersmen who became famous throughout the colonies for their bravado, scheming, and land greed. Together, the families helped determine the fate of the British and French empires, which were battling for control of the Ohio River Valley. From the Seven Years' War to the protests over the Stamp Act to the start of the Revolutionary War, Parkinson recounts the major turning points of the era from a vantage that allows us to see them anew, and to perceive how bewildering they were to people at the time. For the Shickellamy family, it all came to an end on April 30, 1774, when most of the clan were brutally murdered by white settlers associated with the Cresaps at a place called Yellow Creek. That horrific event became news all over the continent, and it led to war in the interior, at the very moment the First Continental Congress convened in Philadelphia. Meanwhile, Michael Cresap, at first blamed for the massacre at Yellow Creek, would be transformed by the Revolution into a hero alongside George Washington. In death, he helped cement the pioneer myth at the heart of the new republic. Parkinson argues that American history is, in fact, tied to the frontier, just not in the ways we are often told. Altering our understanding of the past, he also shows what this new understanding should mean for us today. 42 illustrations 1776 English map Ohio River