Appalachian History

July 14, 2023 Honoring the dead

An Old Time Appalachian Burial

In the Appalachian Mountains, the death of a community member was a communal affair. Neighbors would come together to assist with preparations, such as washing the body, setting up a cooling board, and digging the grave. After the burial, friends and family would gather at the deceased’s home to support the grieving family.

May 29, 2023 Coal mining

Why Divesting From Appalachian Coal Is Not That Simple

As we divest from coal, we need to consider the economic, social, and environmental impact that divestment will have on Appalachia and its residents. Coal mining communities must be supported in the transition toward green energy and miners should be re-trained to find work in new industries like ecological protection and renewable energy farming.

A Woman Comforting another Woman in a Hospital/Pexels

April 27, 2023 Healthcare

Addressing Appalachia’s Healthcare Gap

Amanda Winstead is a writer from the Portland area with a background in communications and a passion for telling stories. Growing up, she spent summers in Maryland with her grandparents, walking sections of the Appalachian Trail or visiting historical sites in the area. More recently, she hiked the trail in full for the first time and fell absolutely in love,

April 4, 2023 Honoring the dead

The bed sheet jerked violently! Suddenly Elbert rose up!

Please welcome guest author F. Keith Davis. Davis is a longtime newspaperman, author, and independent book publisher. His book titles include West Virginia Tough Boys; Images of America: Logan County, WV; After All These Years: The Authorized Biography of the Hoppers; and others. His newest revision is an ebook release of the state bestseller, The Secret Life and Brutal Death of

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