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A former Harlan County, KY, coal mine that had produced more than 120 million tons of coal before closing in 1962 was reopened several...
Firestarters Inspire At Rural Women’s Summit
In this report the “Firestarters,” six women from around rural America, share stories of personal struggles and community victories as they work to build...
High Hopes for Hemp Cooperatives
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Kentucky Can Do Better With Tax Reform
One of the biggest challenges affecting efforts to rebuild eastern Kentucky’s economy is the failure of the state to properly invest in the region...
SNAP Cuts Hurt People And Economy
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Use AML Funds to Reclaim, Rebuild
Most folks living in central Appalachia would agree that we need to create a new economy to counter the coal industry’s decline. But the...
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