Appalachian Shine

Angel Mefford, victim advocate from Family Crisis Services in Norton, VA joins us to talk about the upcoming 5K Run in Big Stone Gap to bring awareness and raise funds to help victims of domestic violence in our region. #appalachia #domesticabuse #operationhelpinghand www.supportappalachia.org   https://www.raceentry.com/races/fcss-a-5k-in-their-shoes-race-for-sexual-assault-awareness/2023/registe...

Celeste Parsons, author of Wait Until I Grow Up and editor of Nelsonville From A to Z joins us to talk about her first children's book and read from both. We also discuss her work with Stuart's Opera House in Nelsonville. With 85,000 miles on the bike under her belt since 2000, she is working on another book highlighting her travels across the bike trails of America with her husband.  #CelestePars...

Dr. Lewis joins us to talk about her journey through dealing with ongoing health issues and being in multiple nursing homes. She also shares a bit about her career in journalism and communication, as well as her years growing up in Bluefield, WV at the Hotel Thelma. #Appalachia #HotelThelma #GreenBook #BluefieldWV #DrCarolynLewis

Every once in a while the Appalachian Authors Guild publishes an anthology of short stories, poems and essays by members. Today's highlighted story is South Holston Blues. Also, an update on Operation Helping Hand and our next dropoff in March.  #Appalachia #SouthHolstonLake #AppalachianAuthorsGuild #OperationHelpingHand www.supportappalachia.org

Linda joins us today to read excerpts from her books of poetry and nonfiction. Linda is an award winning author with over 40 books to her credit. You can find her work on Amazon and online at her website www.lindasbooksandangels.com .  #appalachia #author #poetry

There are many reasons for supporting the local arts. 1. It builds onto our rich culture. 2. It can serve to educate and entertain all age groups. (Have you  read some of the amazing books by regional authors?) 3. It is a proven driver for tourism. 4. It inspires young minds. 5. It can help local businesses. 6. Supporting art in Appalachia gives a voice to our artists to teach  others about our hi...

I love this time of year. Our best wishes to you and yours during this wonderful season.  #Christmas #Appalachia  www.supportappalachia.org  

At the turn of the century the smallest town in Tennessee was formed for the sole purpose of distilling whisky! This is one of the countless fun stories from our regional history. Only in Appalachia! The story of Lovely City, TN. #Appalachia #whisky #EastTennessee #LovelyCity #history www.supportappalachia.org We would love your support and donation. 

Talk about bad timing, they commissioned the building of South Holston Dam in December of 1941. That's the same moth the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. Construction was delayed, over 300 families had to be relocated...and over 500 graves!!! #Thanksgiving #appalachia #SouthHolstonLake

Appalachia is well known and loved for its folklore, superstitions, and legends. In this episode we talk about strange legends and superstitions of Appalachian Christmas! #appalachia #holidays #thanksgiving #Christmas www.supportappalachia.org

Steven James, award winning best selling author of 18 books, joins us on the podcast to talk about his latest work, his podcast, and the art of telling a great and worthy story.  #StevenJames #bestseller #books #scifi #fantasy #adventure www.stevenjames.net

Amity Lane and Erica Hall join us to talk about the coming renovations for the historic library, the rich history of the building, and the Mad Hatter Dinner happening next week in support of the library.  #Richlands #historicbuilding #library #TazewellCounty #FriendsOftheLibrary www.supportappalachia.org

A brief discussion of our history. #DanielBoone #Rhythm&Roots #Bristol #NASCAR #CommunityChurchatBristol #OperationHelpingHand #homeless #Appalachia

Visit our Facebook page for a link to resources on how to donate and volunteer to help the victims of the severe flooding in our region. Also, we are asking for donations to help us build our coffers for helping out folks in future floods/natural disasters. This is a major priority. 

Homelessness in our region is a terrible thing, and something that goes under the radar because it isn't seen as easily as you'd see it in a big city. However, it is a problem and we are doing our part to help with Operation Helping Hand. We'd love your help and support. #Appalachia #homeless #helpinghand #payitforward  www.supportappalachia.org

InfoSecCheck owner Joe Boyd of Haysi talks about the growing need for cyber security and gives us some helpful tips to protect our businesses and to protect ourselves from identity theft.  #Appalachai #cybersecurity

Heather Kime of Big Walker Lookout joins us to talk about the history of BWL, the events happening every weekend, and their life long support of regional arts and artists. BWL is a stop Along the Crooked Road. Amazing live music every weekend! #appalachia #BigWalkerLookout #arts #music #culture

In this episode we talk with Dr. Gary Stratton about the formation of the St. James Medical Fund to help with costs for prescreenings in the region.  #Appalachia #Pikeville #CentralAppalachia #health #prescreening

Upcoming events including the 24th annual Clinch River Fest and summer camps for kids at Clinch River Farms! #Appalachia #summerevents #festivals #StPaulVA #ClinchRiver #ClinchRiverFest

A short Easter message for our listeners and supporters. Have a great holiday and let's all be thankful for our blessings and remember this weekend for the precious meaning for all of us.  #Appalachia #Easter

Appalachia has a unique environment, one that has given rise in recent years to a growing wine industry. Jessee Ring of JBR Vineyards joins us to talk about his journey from Appalachia to Silicon Valley and back before opening his vineyard.  #AppalachianWine #JBRVineyards 

Richard Hudson, owner of Clinch River Farms, joins us to talk about the events held at the farm, and the amazing work done by the nonprofit organizations they fund. Mountain Kids, Inc. and Attitude Arts Academy. From summer camps to after school programs, Mr. Hudson is following a calling. Learn more about what they do by visiting them online and on their social media.  #TazewellCounty #Appalachia...

Sara Robinson sits down with us to discuss her memoir as well as her works in poetry about her life, travels, and even about coal mining in Southwest Virginia. Come along for this fascinating conversation about how she went from a chemist in the industry to a poet after retiring. You can catch her on the road this summer at events including the Highlands Festival in Abingdon later on this summer. ...

Connie stops by to discuss her books with us. Among her works are several children's books as well as a devotional for adults. Faith is such an important part of our our way of life here in Appalachia. Connie's works have been inspired by her faith. Her books are available on Amazon and you can follow her on Facebook and Twitter.  #ConnieWohlford #AppalachianAuthors #Christianbooks #childrensbooks...

Damean is a life-long writer from the region that felt his calling to be a writer very early in life. He shares his passion as an English teacher in Russell County, Virginia and has several books to his credit.  He is currently leading seminars in coordination with Southwest Community College and you can sign up for those right now. They run through the next several months.  https://dameanmathews....