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Appalachia

eppur_se_muova

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4. My Mom grew up in WV. Much of the younger population has moved out of the area.

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Fri Aug 11, 2023, 08:56 AM

Aug 2023

They had to consolidate schools across a wide area, so where kids once walked to schools (since torn down) they now take the bus for miles. The towns, already small, are just emptying out.

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I would gladly transition to nuclear RandySF Aug 2023 #1

It's involved for sure and we'll see how things proceed. Coal has got to go, sooner than later. appalachiablue Aug 2023 #2

At one time I believed there was only one remaining use for coal EYESORE 9001 Aug 2023 #3

My Mom grew up in WV. Much of the younger population has moved out of the area. eppur_se_muova Aug 2023 #4

Correct and going on for some time, very sad situation although there are appalachiablue Aug 2023 #6

Good for mom. Strong Mountaineer ties for me of course, plus neighbor Mid-Atlantic states. appalachiablue Aug 2023 #8

Peabody hated this song. Sturgill Simpson and John Prine Perform "Paradise" (Mr. Peabody's Coal Trai cbabe Aug 2023 #5

Thanks for this info, luv the song. Too bad Peabody, you earned it. appalachiablue Aug 2023 #7