Foundation For Appalachian Advancement

08/02/2024

Black bears have become plentiful in Scott county ,Va

11/26/2022

The fun story of Lovely City, TN

At the turn of the century the smallest town in Tennessee was formed for the sole purpose of distilling whisky! This is one of the countless fun stories from our regional history. Only in Appalachia! The story of Lovely City, TN. ...

11/23/2022

Have a happy Thanksgiving, everyone!

11/23/2022

Episode 81!

Talk about bad timing, they commissioned the building of South Holston Dam in December of 1941. That's the same moth the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor. Construction was delayed, over 300 families had to be relocated...and over 500 graves!!! ...

11/20/2022

11/17/2022

Candy Land Christmas will return to downtown Johnson City for this holiday season, Connect Downtown Johnson City announced this week.

11/14/2022

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONfGeLSNn-w&t=5s

You can donate to your favorite charity just by shopping! We hope you'll consider the Foundation For Appalachian Advancement for a charitable donation when ...

11/12/2022

Episode 80 of Appalachian Shine. Holiday legends and superstitions!!

Appalachia is well known and loved for its folklore, superstitions, and legends. In this episode we talk about strange legends and superstitions of Appalachian Christmas! www.supportappalachia.org...

11/09/2022

https://www.arc.gov/investment/central-appalachia-expanding-tourism-through-outdoor-recreation/

In KY, PA, VA, and WV, ARC partners are building trails and tourism experiences.

10/28/2022

Calendars are in!

10/26/2022

Consider supporting our mission with a donation as we go into the final stretch of this year. We greatly appreciate your support and generosity, so thank you in advance!
www.supportappalachia.org

Foundation For Appalachian Advancement   Our Philosophy The Appalachian region is a place of strong values, a rich history, and a wealth of opportunity. We believe that solutions to move Appalachia forward regarding economic development and growth, tourism and education are most effective when they...