Appalachian Pulse

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Trump's Roadless Rule Repeal Endangers Eastern Forests Key to Appalachia

The Trump administration's push to repeal the 2001 roadless rule threatens Appalachia's rare eastern woodlands:

Protects nearly 60 million acres...

The Trump administration wants to take an ax to the East’s last great forests

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The Trump administration wants to take an ax to the East’s last great forests

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Appalachia's Coal-to-Green Shift: Solar Switches and Symposia Gain Traction

Signs of a greener energy trend amid coal's costs:

Kentucky's Benham coal museum switches to solar in ex-mining town
Coal power expensive in...

N.C. Rep. Lindsey Prather on riverbank restoration, green energy and other environmental issues

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N.C. Rep. Lindsey Prather on riverbank restoration, green energy and other environmental issues

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Arts Spaces Revitalizing Pittsburgh and Boone Culture

Appalachian cities are breathing new life into downtowns via arts venues:

Pittsburgh's Arts Landing: New 4-acre mixed-use park with kids' play area,...

First Look at Arts Landing in Pittsburgh’s Cultural District

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First Look at Arts Landing in Pittsburgh’s Cultural District

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Coal's Folklore and Town Roots Preserving Appalachian Identity

A trend in Appalachian lore: coal mining weaves into folklore and town origins, sustaining regional memory.

Broad Top Snake legend traces to 1970s...

The Broad Top Snake of Pennsylvania: Mining Roads, Mountain Memory, and Giant Serpent Lore

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Hands-On Career and Civic Programs Empowering Appalachian Youth

Rising trend in Appalachia: Practical initiatives prepping students for health, trades, and civic roles.

Health track: Emma Eddy honed phlebotomy...

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Eddy aims for career in health care

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Appalachian Grandparents Stepping Up: Twice as Likely to Raise Grandkids

Twice as common in Appalachia: Kids here are raised by grandparents more than anywhere else.
Key causes: Parental death, incarceration, financial...

Appalachians are twice as likely to be raised by grandparents, experts say

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Appalachians are twice as likely to be raised by grandparents, experts say

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ARH Hiring Surge: Remote Roles and Green Card Sponsorship

Appalachian Regional Healthcare ramps up workforce with key opportunities:

Remote HR Coordinator position open for applicants
Green Card...

Human Resources Coordinator at Appalachian Regional Healthcare ...

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WV Coalfields: Plummeting Population Despite Coal Jobs Hiring Now

Stark contrast in West Virginia's Central Appalachian coalfields:

Demographic catastrophe: McDowell County lost 82% of 1950 population (now <17k),...

West Virginia’s coalfields: A warning the rest of Appalachia cannot afford to ignore

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West Virginia’s coalfields: A warning the rest of Appalachia cannot afford to ignore

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Appalachia Health Care: Stereotypes vs. Real Access

Key gap in perceptions vs. services:

Residents report low satisfaction with health care convenience, information, quality, and courtesy.
Many...

Health Care Services | Environmental Health | Community ...

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Appalachian Utilities Face Public Backlash on Access and Rates

Public frustration mounts with regional power providers:

TVA shuts out input: Once a public-built utility, TVA now ends public comment on power...

TVA was built by the public. We are being shut out | Opinion

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TVA was built by the public. We are being shut out | Opinion

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Tennessee Celebrates Appalachian Dialect's Deep Roots and Pride

Tennessee lawmakers unanimously passed a resolution recognizing the Appalachian dialect's history and significance, urging its inclusion in the state...

Tennessee lawmakers spotlight history, significance of Appalachian dialect

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Tennessee lawmakers spotlight history, significance of Appalachian dialect

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Ripley, WV Boasts 6,692 Job Openings

Ripley, WV has 6692 jobs available on Indeed.com, including Retail Sales Associate, Crew Member, Mail Carrier, and more – a snapshot of diverse local opportunities fueling the community.