Severe Storms Knock Out Power Across Appalachian Region

Power crews are working around the clock after powerful thunderstorms swept through the region late Tuesday night, leaving thousands of Appalachian residents without electricity. High winds exceeding 60 mph brought…

Volunteers Rally to Clean Up Riverbanks for Appalachian Earth Day

In celebration of Earth Day, over 60 volunteers gathered early Saturday morning to remove litter and debris along the Elk River in Nicholas County. Organized by the Elk River Watershed…

Family-Owned Sawmill Marks 100 Years in Business in Clay County

A century-old business in Clay County is proving that Appalachian craftsmanship still has deep roots. Cline & Sons Sawmill, founded in 1925, celebrated its 100th anniversary on Saturday with a…

Broadband Expansion Approved to Bridge Appalachian Digital Divide

The McDowell County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Monday night to approve $2.5 million in funding toward expanding broadband internet across underserved rural areas. County officials say the project,…