Across Appalachia

Environmental and cultural news briefs

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Protections Uncertain as Red Wolf Population Declines

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has dramatically reduced the amount of territory reserved for the red wolf in eastern North Carolina, even as the population of this endangered species continues to decline.

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Emerald Ash Borer Finds Its Way to North Carolina

The emerald ash borer, an invasive pest destroying ash trees throughout the Appalachian region, has been detected in North Carolina.

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The National Park Service Turns 100

The National Park Service turned 100 years old this summer and celebrations continue throughout the fall.

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Create Your State Uses Art to Create Change

The Create Your State Tour provides workshops that use live music and visuals to show participants how to ignite arts-based community development in their West Virginia towns.

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Rebuilding Continues in Wake of Devastating West Virginia Floods

Extreme flooding in West Virginia killed 23 people and caused immense damage to roads, businesses and houses. Rebuilding continues after this thousand-year event.

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