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
Hiking the Highlands
Good Ole Rocky Top: Trail Repair in the Smokies
By Davis Wax Leaving I-40 South near Newport,…
Naturalist’s Notebook
Member Spotlight
Politics
Appalachia’s Environmental Vote Tracker: Dec/Jan 2013-14 issue
See how Appalachia’s congressional delegation voted on environmental issues.
Carbon Controversy: EPA Gathers Feedback on Emissions Rules
By Brian Sewell This fall, public listening sessions…
Across Appalachia
Energy Report