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Trouble Above the South Fork of the Cherry River
By Olivia Miller In June, representatives from the West Virginia Highlands Conservancy and partner groups went on a citizen inspection of South Fork Coal…
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Burning Biomass for Electricity: Good Idea or Not?
By John McFerrinBurning biomass for electricity is coming to West Virginia, or at least a major proposal to burn biomass to make electricity. We don’t know where,…
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Early Conservancy Activist and Attorney Passes
By Dave Elkinton The West Virginia Highlands Conservancy has been blessed with the talents of many activists and lawyers, but few were as critically…
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Exploring Native American Influences in Appalachian Traditions and Cuisine
By Larry Jent, Appalachian Forest National Heritage AreaThe Appalachian Forest National Heritage Area (AFNHA) is celebrating America 250 with Indigenous Appalachia events, recognizing Native peoples who…
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Thoughts From Our President: July 2024
By Marilyn Shoenfeld The West Virginia Highlands Conservancy has had a busy month—writing and submitting comments on issues of environmental significance, working with our…
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The Alliance for Appalachia Takes on Washington, D.C.
By Andrew Young On June 11-14, The Alliance for Appalachia united in Washington, D.C., to demand environmental justice for Appalachia. Appalachians aged eight…
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Mark Your Calendars for WVHC’s 2024 Fall Review
West Virginia Highlands Conservation Efforts: Exploring the Past and Present to Build a Sustainable Future | Oct. 18 – 19 at Cacapon Resort…
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How to Make Your Home Energy Efficient
In passing the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the United States Congress made the largest investment in clean energy ever. This historic legislation is projected to invest almost…
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West Virginia Mountain Odyssey Upcoming Events
Bird Walk and Banding Demo + Old Hemlock Farmhouse Tour, July 14: Spend the morning with us at the Old Hemlock property in Preston County for a bird…
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WVDNR Launches Hellbender, Mudpuppy Citizen Science Survey
ANGLERS, MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ARE ENCOURAGED TO REPORT OBSERVATIONS USING THE SURVEY123 APP. In an…
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