Across Appalachia

Environmental and cultural news briefs

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Southwest Virginia Gets a New Brand and Other Shorts

Southwest Virginia get s new brand, Appalachian Youth discuss Just Economic Transition and other short stories from across Appalachia.

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Holston Ammunition Plant’s Open Burning Raises Citizen Concern

The Holston Army and Ammunition Plant in Kingsport, Tenn., is seeking a renewed air permit to continue disposing of explosives and contaminated materials by burning them out in the open.

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Wildlife Initiatives Expand in East Kentucky

Two new wildlife preserves have been established in Eastern Kentucky.

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Volunteers Still Needed for Flood Recovery in West Virginia

Months after the June floods, West Virginia communities are still need of volunteers to help clean up and rebuild damaged areas.

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Southwest Virginia Environmental Movement Loses Two Leaders

Southwest Virginia lost two environmental leaders when Vivian Owens and Tim Mullins passed away in August.

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