Grave Marker Dedication Honors Black Activist Bessie Woodson Yancey
A grave marker dedication was held this month for an Appalachian activist who died decades ago.
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EJ Henderson After The Flood And "Little Seed," Inside Appalachia
After Helene, an Asheville guitar maker grapples with how to help her neighborhood when there’s so much need. A church in West Virginia is helping turn unwanted guns into garden tools. ...
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsTemperature Blankets Tell A Story And Deviant Hollers, Inside Appalachia
A good blanket will keep you warm — but a handmade temperature blanket can convey a message to a loved one. This week, we talk to crocheters who make and share their art. Since 2018, there’...
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsSharon Isbin: New Album 'Live In Aspen,' An Indian Music Collaboration
Guitarist Sharon Isbin has been prolific in live performances as well as album recordings but lately she hasn't been up to her usual bag of tricks. Recently, she's put out an album called "Live in Aspen" featuring a live performance with some incredible Indian performers.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsAsheville Luthier Honors Family Trade With Environmental Focus
Elizabeth ‘Jayne’ Henderson is a notable luthier who is following in the footsteps of her father, famed guitar builder and musician, Wayne Henderson. Jayne is maintaining the family tradition, but doing it her way.
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Spotlighting Award-Winning Stories, Inside Appalachia
This week, we listen back to three award-winning Folkways stories from last year. First, we visit a luthier’s shop, where old musical instruments get new life. We also take a ride on the Cass Scenic Railroad and meet the expert crew who keeps its antique trains running. And we learn what draws people from hours away to Floyd, Virginia’s weekly Friday Night Jamboree.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsShepherd Grad Impresses Judges on NBC's "The Voice"
A Shepherd University graduate scored big with judges last week on NBC’s, “The Voice.”Shepherd University graduate, Paul Pfau impressed NBC’s, “The Voice”…
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