The stories of Putnam County, WV
6 narrated audio stories from across Putnam County — hidden history, true crime, food legends, and local lore from its towns, landmarks, and back roads.
Putnam County
A County Drawn Together, and Named for a General
How a new county took shape in 1848 and chose a national name.
Eleanor Historic District
A Town Planned for Hard Times
How Eleanor turned New Deal planning into a lasting community.
Putnam County
From Buffalo to the Federal Bench
A West Virginia legal career rooted close to home.
Scary Creek
At Scary Creek, a Small Battle With a Long Echo
An early Kanawha Valley clash briefly stopped a Union advance.
Winfield Locks and Dam
Where the Kanawha Learns to Behave
How Winfield turned a working river into a dependable freight corridor.
Putnam County
From Nitro Fields to the Major Leagues
A West Virginia athlete’s path from Nitro High to professional baseball.
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