Other Top Stories From October/November 2016
Fostering Climate Resilience
As climate change begins to impact Appalachia, scientists and community activists look for ways to study and adapt to the changes.
Across the Years: Updates from the Archives
In honor of our 20th anniversary, we looked through The Appalachian Voice archives to identify important topics that we’ve covered over the years and provide updates on where these issues stand today.
Celebrating 25 Years with the Affrilachian Poets
For 25 years, the predominantly African American group of writers known as the Affrilachian Poets have been “making the invisible visible.”
October/November 2016 - Columns
Hiking the Highlands
Monumental Momentum
The proposed Birthplace of Rivers National Monument would provide additional protection for approximately 122,000 acres within the Monongahela National Forest and aims to boost tourism in the area.
Naturalist’s Notebook
American Kestrel
The American kestrel is North America’s smallest falcon. This bird, whose population is declining, adapts well to nest boxes installed by conservationists.
This Green House
Home Projects to Save Energy and Money
Appalachian Voices recently produced several short instructional videos about home projects that can lower your energy bill as well as help you protect the environment by consuming less energy.
Member Spotlight
Across Appalachia
Energy Report