When I published “Annihilating the Hillbilly” in 1971, the manifesto argued that the stereotyping of Appalachian people was ...

Appalachia is a global biodiversity hotspot for salamanders, with more salamander species than anywhere else in the world. Scientists have documented this remarkable concentration of amphibian ...

Researchers with the U.S. Geological Survey estimated that the ancient Appalachians mountain system holds 2.5 million tons of the critical element lithium.

I hiked the Appalachians to connect with nature—here's how Set in the forests of East Tennessee, Chattanooga has been named the first National Park City in the US thanks to its community’s close ...

KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — Bays Mountain Park announced a new, interactive exhibit will feature various animals native to the Appalachian region. According to a news release from the park, “Discover ...

White House proposes $186M cut to Appalachian Regional Commission budget More than 80 officials and groups request Congress maintain ARC’s current funding Reductions threaten grants for job creation, ...