50 years later: How people and place continue to shape Appalachia’s future

A community development professional reflects on the historical and cultural significance of Appalachia. The piece emphasizes the importance of local people and places in shaping the region's future.
My connection to Appalachia didn’t begin when I became a community development professional; it began generations ago. Like many Appalachians, my story is woven into the history of our mountains and the communities that call them home. I chose to spend my career serving Eastern Kentucky because I believe in the people and places that […]
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