Black lung disease is on the rise, even as the Trump administration says it is “reconsidering” limits on silica dust exposure for miners — limits meant to protect miners from getting black lung. Members of Congress have also introduced bills to improve the broken black lung benefits system. Tell your members of Congress to stand up for our nation’s miners!
At the last minute, a Senate committee cancelled its vote for the nomination of Lee Beaman — a candidate with a troubled track record — to the Tennessee Valley Authority Board of Directors. Three others are likely to be confirmed soon.
The national service program has long powered hundreds of projects across Appalachia. Now, many organizations are trying to plan for a future that’s anything but clear.
Sumac is much more than a splash of color in a snowy field. Learn more in this article from the archives of The Appalachian Voice.
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Community opposes new methane gas project: Davidson County, N.C., became the fifth local government in the state to pass a resolution of concern about the proposed SSEP.
Chesterfield gas plant gets a key approval: If the $8 billion plant is built, residents nearby will face more pollution and all of Dominion Energy’s Virginia customers will foot the bill.
Federal regulators approve changes for MVP Southgate:“FERC got it wrong, and Southgate will harm Virginia and North Carolina waterways and communities,” said Jessica Sims, Virginia Field Coordinator at Appalachian Voices.
Jan. 3 at 10 a.m.: Enjoy a moderately strenuous hike to Pine Knob, an exposed rocky outcrop with beautiful views of the Black Mountains. Spruce Pine, N.C.
Jan. 4 at 2:30 p.m.: Rediscover the wonders of moss, learn how to identify different species and understand its importance within the vast ecosystem. Knoxville, Tenn.
Jan. 17 at 8 a.m.: The annual ride aims to promote healing, reconciliation, and awareness of the Occaneechi peoples and other tribes in the state. Hillsborough, N.C.
Jan. 29 at 7:30 a.m.: Join the No New Gas Plants Coalition at the Virginia General Assembly to advocate for our communities and the environment. Richmond, Va.
