Issue 6: December 2013/January 2014

The Changemakers

In this issue, we celebrate some of the engaged citizens, motivated visionaries and creative collaborations that enact the famous adage, attributed to Mahatma Gandhi, to “be the change you want to see in the world.”

The profiles honor a sample of the hundreds of Appalachians who are doing their part to make our communities stronger, our mountains greener and our future brighter.

Other Top Stories From Issue 6: December 2013/January 2014

Innovating with Electric Cooperatives

By Sarah Kellogg An inspiring, forward-thinking businessman, Mike Couick works to distribute affordable electricity to rural homes….

Ralph Davis: Exploring Appalachia’s Future

By Nolen Nychay In his 21 years of journalistic work at publications such as the Jackson County…

Paige Cordial: Minding Mental Health

By Rachel Ellen Simon Post-traumatic stress disorder is most commonly associated with soldiers who have seen combat,…

Dewayne Barton: Building Opportunity in West Asheville

By Kimber Ray Dewayne Barton isn’t only referring to nature when he talks about changing the way…

Matt Hepler: Charting a Path to Clean Water

By Molly Moore After studying geologic features and data, Matt Hepler maps out a handful of locations…

Patricia Beaver: Pioneer Appalachian Scholar Retires

By Rachel Ellen Simon Patricia Beaver may not be a household name in all circles, but mention…

Only God Should Move Mountains

By Nolen Nychay For Reverend Ryan Bennett, creation care is about encouraging environmental responsibility through the Biblical…

On the Right Side of the Law

By Molly Moore From the gallery of the Kentucky State Capitol, lawyer Wes Addington and a group…

Issue 6: December 2013/January 2014 - Columns

The Forest’s Bread and Butter

By Chris Samoray Bring down the mast. But…

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Lowell Dodge

* Pictured: Lowell Dodge and his wife, Diane,…

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Politics

Appalachia’s Environmental Vote Tracker: Dec/Jan 2013-14 issue

See how Appalachia’s congressional delegation voted on environmental issues.

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Breaking the Resource Curse

“Future Funds” Could Spur Economic Development in Central…

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Carbon Controversy: EPA Gathers Feedback on Emissions Rules

By Brian Sewell This fall, public listening sessions…

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