Appalachian Shine

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....

Marybeth Adkins, Executive Director of the Family Crisis Support Services in Norton, VA joins us to talk about their ongoing work to help the homeless, victims of domestic abuse, and children in need in our region. Unlike large cities where the homeless problem is evident, the problem is largely hidden and mostly misunderstood and unknown in our region. We discuss why that is, the growing rate of...

From chopping down your own tree, hanging mistletoe, to helping the needy. There are all kinds of Christmas traditions in Appalachia. What are some traditions that you and your family have? #Appalachia #Christmas #traditions #OldChristmas #SantaTrain  www.supportappalachia.org  

Tara Maynard of Pulaski County, KY, our newest board member, sits in with us to talk about the issues of Central Appalachia and share her expertise and experiences. We discuss the future of the region and specifically the coal industry in Eastern Kentucky.  https://kysuafs.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8tW3tXHI2a1BDSK #coal #Appalachia #TaraMaynard #Kentucky 

Dr. Gary Stratton, an original founder and board member (and Vice-President) talks about economic development and opportunities in the region and why he believes strongly in the grassroots efforts to improve our quality of life in Appalachia.  We also talk about two of our original founders that unfortunately passed away. Melinda Elswick and James Hibbitts have left their mark on our organization...

Appalachia is no stranger to tall tales, legends, and haunts. In this episode we talk about Rotherwood Mansion in Kingsport, TN. It is the home of tragedy and despair, of hope and hopes dashed, and a history of brutality leading up to the Civil War. Come along for the ride and learn about the 4 ghosts that still haunt the place to this very day. #RotherwoodMansion #KingsportTN #Kingsport #ghosts #...

The Clinch River is one of the most ecologically diverse rivers in America. Thanks to a lot of local support and grass roots effort, the Clinch River State Park is a reality and could be an important part of the puzzle for bringing in tourism and getting our locals back outside and enjoying nature here in our own back yard!  #ClinchRiver #StatePark #Virginia #blueway