Appalachian History

Although it was over forty years ago, it is as fresh in my memory as though it were but a day. I remember how I felt, how I thought I never could become reconciled.

Man arms outstretched in church painting

Superabundance of Religious Fervor Lands Holy Roller in Police Court

Her religious feelings overcame her so that she shook and rolled, thereby throwing those present at the service into a state of alarm.

February 2, 2017 Appalachian celebrities / Black Appalachia / Black history celebrations / Educators/teachers / West Virginia

Carter G. Woodson, father of Black History Month

West Virginia educator Carter G. Woodson, the son of former slaves, was pivotal in the development of Black History Month.

February 1, 2017 Love and romance / North Carolina

When the mountain girl marries

The wife will keep the little house clean; take care of the pigs and chickens; milk the cow and tend the garden.

January 31, 2017 Educators/teachers / North Carolina

If the baby is a girl, please name her ‘Arizona’

Arizona Houston Hughes taught elementary school in Avery County, NC for 57 years. In 1953 she received NC Teacher of the Year award.