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There is a rich tradition of Black Appalachian poets and writers. One of the newest is Torli Bush, who grew up in Webster Springs, West Virginia. Bush has won poetry slams in the region, and now has a new book, Requiem for a Redbird. Producer Bill Lynch spoke with Bush about the book.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsOn this week's premiere episode of Mountain Stage, guest host David Mayfield helps us celebrate our 41st Anniversary with Kip Moore, Joy Clark, Brad Tursi, Andrew Marlin Stringband, and Matt Mullins & The Bringdowns.
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Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWYMT, a television station in Hazard, Kentucky, is hosting a flood relief concert telethon this evening — Tuesday, March 11 — from 7 to 10 p.m.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsFor generations, Skeenies Hot Dogs in Sissonville, West Virginia, was known for serving some of the best slaw dogs around. The restaurant closed in 2018 — but still comes alive for the annual Skeenies Tribute Sale. Folkways reporter Zack Harold has this story.
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