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Why people rebuild in Appalachia’s flood-ravaged areas despite the risks
On Valentine’s Day 2025, heavy rains started to fall in parts of rural Appalachia. Over the course of a few days, residents in eastern Kentucky watched as river levels rose and surpassed flood levels.
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In many of Appalachia’s flood-ravaged areas, residents have little choice but rebuild in risky locations
Kristina P. Brant, Penn State (THE CONVERSATION) On Valentine’s Day 2025, heavy rains started to fall in parts of rural Appalachia. Over the course of a few days, residents in eastern Kentucky ...
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Appalachian Trail in NC, Tennessee: What to know after Helene, including closures, job cuts
There are approximately 96 miles of the Appalachian Trail in North Carolina. The U.S. Forest Service saw a 10% cut in staff ...
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Cancer Rates Are Falling in Appalachia, But Not Enough
Appalachia has long been hard hit by cancer and cancer deaths New numbers point to steady annual declines in cancer cases and fatalities Still, improvements lag behind those seen elsewhere in the ...
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Inside Appalachia
You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia. February 7, 2025 • This week, we visit a summer camp that's part of the legacy of Affrilachian poet Norman Jordan. Also ...
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Why people rebuild in Appalachia’s flood-ravaged areas despite the risks
Appalachia is home to a vibrant culture ... In the meantime, when I conducted interviews during the summer and fall of 2024, many of the mobile home communities that were decimated in the 2022 ...
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In many of Appalachia’s flood-ravaged areas, residents have little choice but rebuild in risky locations
Appalachia is home to a vibrant culture ... In the meantime, when I conducted interviews during the summer and fall of 2024, many of the mobile home communities that were decimated in the 2022 ...