One man's wish to preserve the history of his ancestors has resulted in this country's most complete and authentic representation of pioneer life in Southern Appalachia.

This article will showcase an entire segment of our American population that has been left behind socially and economically to fend for themselves.

In some states, the name "Appalachia" refers to the entire mountainous part of the state. In Virginia, Appalachia is a town. Though not usually on visitors' itineraries, the town has a little-known tourist attraction.

Up until recently, many Appalachians have been isolated by a lack of television and other technology that would allow them to pick up other speech patterns and ways.

The Santa Train has been delivering an early Christmas to rural Appalachia for over 60 years. The train, which always runs the Saturday before Thanksgiving, delivers donated toys, clothes and candy to children along a 110-route corridor.

Even local people don't know where several entrances to the National Forest are located...much less that some of the most interesting sights have been threatened, or already damaged, by logging.

Travel in Laos, a small landlocked country in Southeast Asia, offers a tantalizing mixture of the exotic and familiar for folks with Appalachian roots, and low budget adventure for all.

A humorous look at greenhorn city-dwellers who invaded the quiet countryside of the rural Appalachians to try their hand at hunting

A writer thinks about his own experiences with West Virginia and the differences between it and the life he's known.

a review of the hatfield/McCoy reunion festival marathon. Come see the big heart this tiny venue has to offer.

Here are some great escapes located in and around southern Appalachia. Not only do these spots offer the seclusion and beauty of the Smokies and the Blue Ridige Mountains, food and inn options are great.

Cave Canyon Nature Preserve is a part of The Arc of Appalachia Nature Preserve System, and located at Highlands Nature Sanctuary in the Rocky Fork Gorge Region of Southern Ohio.

Ireland and Appalachia are facing changed circumstances and cultures. How can their native poets adjust?

Hocking College is located in Nelsonville Ohio. Nelsonville is a town like so many others in the southeastern part of Ohio. The region is known as Appalachia, and it is obviously a very poor area.

A discussion (or rant, actually) originally typed flow-of-thought on author's online blog about the speak patterns of her native Appalachia, and their slow disappearance.

An editorial piece on the PBS documentary, Country Boys, a harrowing look at poverty stricken Appalachia.

If African, Asian and Native Americans are considered minorities and oppressed groups based on educational attainments, poverty and health standarts - Appalachian Americans have it the worst of all. They are the INVISIBLE minority in America.

Understanding financing options for higher education. Includes information on understanding interest rates, the application process, and contains helpful links to get students started on their search.

Anna Schein dedicated her life to help others, particularly those international students at West Virginia University. She finds ways for them to fund their educations whether that be through the Work Study Program or other means. (Interview Oct. 04)

Background information on foraging for wild edible plants, the varieties and uses in nature, and how we can use them in cooking and preservation.

The Mountain Dulcimer is a long hourglass or teardrop-shaped instrument that is laid across the lap to play.It is similar to a guitar but much easier to play. You do not have to read music to play a dulcimer.

Not all these historic landmarks are buildings. Of Gilmer's ten landmarks, two are bridges. At least five can be seen on a walking tour of downtown Glenville.

An vacation through Oklahoma on Route 66 can be interesting, especially if you are traveling with your favorite ATV.

In 1996, I visited a cemetery adjacent to a state park in North Central West Virginia. I was with my two young stepchildren in late May. I walked through the cemetery and saw the marker for the subject. It was an experience I will never forget.

There are two things that keep Bristol united . . . the communities love for Country Music and Motor Sports.

Celebrate the fact that there are those who believe our lifesytle should be preserved. Celebrate that there is no laws against stupidity! Celebrate that there have been no incidents of home invasion by this administration!!

All across this nation there are places where people live in abysmal poverty. From L.A. to NY. All across this country, other folks make millions and millions of dollars for hitting balls, making jump shots, or taking their clothes off on the big screen.

The Appalachian Mountains existed before humans lived there. Since the Europeans arrived in America, the mountain range has seen mines, war, and buildings, which has affected the natural geology and ecology of the region.

Camping at Kentucky Lake will give you plenty to do such as boating, hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, horse back riding and historical landmarks and other numerous attractions.

What is the Appalachian Trail? The Appalachian Trail is a hiking trail that starts in northern Georgia and ends in north Maine. The trail is 2,175 miles long.