In 1964, a local reporter spotted a strange creature while driving home one evening. This creature became known as the Beast of Grafton, aka the Grafton Monster. What began as a random sighting, quickly turned into everything from aliens to monster hunting parties, and now lives firmly in the lore of West Virginia and Appalachia.

Join us as we learn more about the Grafton monster, and the legacy it's left on the city of Grafton!

In 1983, Jessie Hoover set off into the 100 Mile section of the Appalachian Trail (located in Maine) and simply...disappeared. Who was Jessie, and what might have happened to her? Join us as we talk about this lesser known story of a person just seeming to vanish from the trail and into the unknown.

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On August 27th, 1891, an ill-fated passenger train plummeted into Third Creek while crossing Bostian Bridge (near Statesville, NC). Some say that it is still, to this day, attempting to make that crossing, time and time again. Can you really hear the train as it jumps the tracks into the creek below? Or the screams of passengers who never made it to their destinations? Join us as we take a look at the ghost train of Bostian Bridge, and just what happened that fateful night.

Welcome to the Grove Park Inn, where one famous guest checked in but never left. Does the Pink Lady really roam the halls of the inn, years after her death? Join us as we discuss whether or not we think she's still there, and just why hotels are prime spots for hauntings.

If you'd like to know more about Zelda Fitzgerald, check out our episode Tragedy At Highland Hospital.

Tonight we make our way to Tennessee, to visit the haunts of the Brushy Mountain Penitentiary. Built in the late 1800s, and closing in 2009, this prison has seen it's fair share of violence. From race riots to murders, there is a LOT to uncover here, so join us, Spookies, as we take a look into what makes Brushy Mountain so terrifying.

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Journey with us to Asheville, North Carolina as we explore the mysteries of Helen's Bridge. Just who was Helen, and why does she still linger in this location long after her death? We cover a few possible theories, and discuss why places like this may end up haunted.

We want to hear YOUR stories! Venture over to thespookyhour.com, hit the contact tab, and send us your own spooky tales from Appalachia! We'll feature your story on a future episode of the show! We read and discuss ALL listener submissions!

In this episode we explore the Road to Nowhere, located in North Carolina in the Smoky Mountains National Park. Is it really haunted by the people who were displaced to make the park and subsequent lake? Let's find out!

If you're interested to read more of the story from this episode, you can find that here: https://www.yourghoststories.com/real-ghost-story.php?story=6375

Hey there, Spookies! Join us tonight as we delve into the strange mystery of Wizard Clip, a haunting that took place in Middleway, WV (before there WAS a West Virginia). This is a wild one, trust me! You don't want to miss it.

We also read one of YOUR listener submitted tales, straight from the hollers and hills of Kentucky coal country.

This week we explore the history, and haunts, of White Hall. Located in Madison Count, Kentucky, this antebellum home is said to still house it's former owner, Cassius Clay, who passed away in 190. I also discuss my own personal creepy story from White Hall, which is part of why I love the place so much.

It's good one, y'all!

This week we talk about the mummies of Philippi, West Virginia and it is a WILD ride, Spookies. Seriously, this is one of the more bizarre stories we've covered thus far on the pod, and that is saying a lot!

Let us know YOUR thoughts on the Philippi mummies, by leaving us a comment wherever you listen to your podcasts! Or you can venture over to our Instagram and drop us a comment on the episode post there. We are REALLY curious to see what others think about this one!