This week, central Appalachia is known for exporting coal. But it's losing people, too.
Also, folk singer Ginny Hawker grew up singing the hymns of the Primitive Baptist Church, but she didn’t think of performing until she got a little boost from Appalachian icon Hazel Dickens.
And, the chef of an award-winning Asheville restaurant was shaped by memories of growing up in West Virginia.
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This week, central Appalachia is known for exporting coal. But it's losing people, too.
Also, folk singer Ginny Hawker grew up singing the hymns of the Primitive Baptist Church, but she didn’t think of performing until she got a little boost from Appalachian icon Hazel Dickens.
And, the chef of an award-winning Asheville restaurant was shaped by memories of growing up in West Virginia.
The Wakefields And Remembering Rex Stephenson, Inside Appalachia
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The Wakefields And Remembering Rex Stephenson, Inside Appalachia
This week, we remember Rex Stephenson. He’s known for his stage performances of the Jack Tales, which have captivated school kids since the 70s.
Also, keeping the family farm going after six generations can be rough.
And, some parts of southern Appalachia still practice the tradition of keeping up community gravesites for Decoration Day.
Inside Appalachia
This week, central Appalachia is known for exporting coal. But it's losing people, too.
Also, folk singer Ginny Hawker grew up singing the hymns of the Primitive Baptist Church, but she didn’t think of performing until she got a little boost from Appalachian icon Hazel Dickens.
And, the chef of an award-winning Asheville restaurant was shaped by memories of growing up in West Virginia.
