Front Porch Blog
Updates from Appalachia
Wins for opponents of fracked-gas pipelines
Catch up on the latest news in the fight against dangerous fracked-gas pipelines.
19 old coal sites identified for innovative development projects
Appalachian communities are exploring ways to attract new businesses, pull families out of poverty and strengthen skilled workforces. A primary focus is to redevelop old, unused coal sites.
Touring solar successes in Southwest Virginia
Residents from across the region toured solar installations in Abingdon and Wise County, Va., to learn more about solar development, financing options and more.
Dante: A beacon of hope for Southwest Virginia
The small community of Dante is bringing big dreams into action. Appalachian Voices volunteer Sara Lamb shares highlights of the Dante Community Association’s work and reflects on what this progress means for Southwest Virginia.
In memoriam: April Pierson-Keating
Appalachia mourns the passing of a fierce defender of the environment whose commitment to lifting up the voices of her West Virginia community will continue to grow the pipeline resistance movement well into the future.
