How Ferns Helped An Appalachian Author Learn How To Live
A book by a Chinese-Appalachian author explores the concept of identity and how we are shaped by the people and places around us. Little S...
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsBefore a new MSHA rule to limit miner's exposure to silica dust could take full effect, opponents threw up a new roadblock.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsThe program that provides miners with safety and health training is eligible for more than $10 million in grants.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsA new federal silica dust rule is about to take effect. Monday, a panel of Black Lung experts expressed hope for the future of young miners — if they’re educated about their rights.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsOn this West Virginia Morning, fewer coal miners are killed on the job than in years past, but black lung remains a persistent problem. A big reason for that is silica dust.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsA draft rule to protect coal miners from exposure to silica dust garnered more than 5,200 comments from advocates and the American public.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsRobert E. Murray, the former CEO and president of the now-bankrupt Murray Energy, has filed an application with the U.S. Department of Labor for black lung benefits. For years, Murray and his company fought against federal mine safety regulations aimed at reducing the debilitating disease.
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