Environment

The Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom Presents: Calls From The Wild

Signal species are constantly sending humans messages about our changing world, and the Appalachia + Mid-South Newsroom produced an hourlong radio special all about them.

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Bats Save Farmers Billions Of Dollars, But They're In Danger

Diseases like white-nose syndrome and climate change have caused mass population loss among bat species, and the consequences could be costly.

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As Freshwater Mussel Populations In Kentucky Decline, Researchers Are Looking For Answers

Freshwater mussels are scattered throughout waterways in Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia, playing a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. But populations are dwindling, and researchers want to better understand the causes.

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Cute But Not So Cuddly, Armadillos Are Making Their Way North

The nine-banded armadillo has become an indicator of rising temperatures in Kentucky and the surrounding region, as the species moves farther north.

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