This week, we remember the one and only Dolly Parton.  Dolly was more than a musician or a celebrity. She used her musical success to help others. She started the Imagination Library, a free book program for children that included some of her favorites, like the Little Engine that Could.  And Dolly’s kindness touched people from all walks of life.  Today, we’re honoring Dolly Parton, Inside Appalachia. 
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This week, we remember the one and only Dolly Parton. Dolly was more than a musician or a celebrity. She used her musical success to help others. She started the Imagination Library, a free book program for children that included some of her favorites, like the Little Engine that Could. And Dolly’s kindness touched people from all walks of life. Today, we’re honoring Dolly Parton, Inside Appalachia.

This week, we remember the one and only Dolly Parton. &nbsp;Dolly was more than a musician or a celebrity. She used her musical success to help others. She started the Imagination Library, a free book program for children that included some of her favorites, like the Little Engine that Could. &nbsp;And Dolly’s kindness touched people from all walks of life. &nbsp;Today, we’re honoring Dolly Parton, Inside Appalachia.&nbsp;

Remembering Dolly Parton, Inside Appalachia

Ballroom culture offers LBGTQ folks a chance to be as fabulous as they want to be. Also, the national media reports on the deaths of notable people, but small, hometown papers add a more personal touch. And, alpha-gal syndrome takes red meat off the menu, but what about ostrich?  You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia. 
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Ballroom culture offers LBGTQ folks a chance to be as fabulous as they want to be. Also, the national media reports on the deaths of notable people, but small, hometown papers add a more personal touch. And, alpha-gal syndrome takes red meat off the menu, but what about ostrich? You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.

Ballroom culture offers LBGTQ folks a chance to be as fabulous as they want to be.&nbsp;Also, the national media reports on the deaths of notable people, but small, hometown papers add a more personal touch.&nbsp;And, alpha-gal syndrome takes red meat off the menu, but what about ostrich? &nbsp;You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.&nbsp;

Ballroom Culture And Hometown Papers Covering The Notable, Inside Appalachia

One thing about Appalachians, we can get competitive.  We’re proud of our local food. Love a good hunt. And enjoy competition with friends. We learn the rules and celebrate our victories. But there’s more to competing than just winning or losing. This week, Inside Appalachia, we’ll meet competitors who are keepers of beloved Appalachian traditions.
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One thing about Appalachians, we can get competitive. We’re proud of our local food. Love a good hunt. And enjoy competition with friends. We learn the rules and celebrate our victories. But there’s more to competing than just winning or losing. This week, Inside Appalachia, we’ll meet competitors who are keepers of beloved Appalachian traditions.

One thing about Appalachians, we can get competitive. &nbsp;We’re proud of our local food. Love a good hunt. And enjoy competition with friends. We learn the rules and celebrate our victories. But there’s more to competing than just winning or losing.&nbsp;This week, Inside Appalachia, we’ll meet competitors who are keepers of beloved Appalachian traditions.

Encore: The Love Of Competition, Inside Appalachia

Encore: Torn All To Pieces And Marina Waters, Inside Appalachia
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Encore: Torn All To Pieces And Marina Waters, Inside Appalachia

This week, having a very specific talent can lead to a dream job. It’s how cartoonist John Rose got his foot in the door to draw the comic strip Snuffy Smith.  Also, there are dos and don’ts for treating poison ivy. And, a young, old-time musician wants to save her family’s lost ballads.You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.   
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This week, having a very specific talent can lead to a dream job. It’s how cartoonist John Rose got his foot in the door to draw the comic strip Snuffy Smith. Also, there are dos and don’ts for treating poison ivy. And, a young, old-time musician wants to save her family’s lost ballads. You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.

This week, having a very specific talent can lead to a dream job. It’s how cartoonist John Rose got his foot in the door to draw the comic strip Snuffy Smith. &nbsp;Also, there are dos and don’ts for treating poison ivy.&nbsp;And, a young, old-time musician wants to save her family’s lost ballads.You'll hear these stories and more this week, Inside Appalachia.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Encore: John Rose And The Snuffy Smith Comic Strip, Inside Appalachia

This week on Inside Appalachia, we’ll hear stories of Christmas past, Christmas present and even hope for Christmases in the future.

Finding Christmas Spirits, Comfort & Joy Inside Appalachia

The Jewish holiday of Hanukkah began December 6, and continues through December 14th at sundown. In light of Hanukkah, this week's show features Jewish...

Jewish Food and Music, and the Struggle to Keep a Synagogue in Appalachia Alive

There’s been landmark news here in the coalfields. After 10 days of deliberation, jurors have found former Massey Energy CEO Don Blankenship guilty of...

What Does it Mean for Mine Safety, Now That Blankenship is Guilty?

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