Appalachian History

On November 25, 1950, the so-called “storm of the century” hit the eastern part of the United States, killing 353 and causing millions of dollars in damages.

Himler, Himlerville, and a Historian’s Quest

I never dreamed that reading an article in a local newspaper would launch a 30 plus year quest to learn more on Martin Himler & Himlerville.

September 1, 2015 Beverage industry (non-alcoholic) / Virginia

Giant Chro-Mo Ginger Beer, ‘the drink that everybody likes’

North Tazewell, VA was once home of one of the largest carbonated beverage bottling plants in Virginia, a local landmark from 1910 until 1960.

July 24, 2015 North Carolina / Writers

Book excerpt: ‘Images of America: Mount Mitchell’

Journalist Bill Sharpe referred to Mt Mitchell as “the old mountain of mystery & death.” The lofty peak has certainly earned this appellation.

July 10, 2015 Natural resource management / Ohio

Mapping the ecology of Appalachia’s hardwood forests

Dr. Lucy Braun contributed mightily to the fields of vascular plant taxonomy, plant geography, plant ecology, and land conservation.