Written by Rance Garrison

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Rance Garrison

Rance Garrison is an Appalachian Voices Communications Coordinator and Southwest Virginia native who lives and works in Wise County, Virginia. In his spare time, he is a musician, DJ, and writer as well as an avid reader and gamer who enjoys spending time with his wife, dog and cats.

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Advocates to Biden admin. on silica dust rule delays: “The longer the administration waits, the more miners will suffer and die”

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 29, 2023 CONTACT: Trey…

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Dozens of coal community advocates back new safeguard to strengthen community oversight of mining

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 27, 2023 CONTACT: Trey…

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Reclaiming Appalachia Coalition report shows how mine cleanup can boost local economies

The Reclaiming Appalachia Coalition recently released its 2023 report, “National to Neighborhoods: Catalyzing Opportunities for Coal-Impacted Communities.” The report highlights the coalition’s current work and projects across the Appalachian coalfields of Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio and Kentucky.

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