Trump’s D.E.I. Cuts Are Hurting Rural, White Americans, Too

The N.I.H. has terminated hundreds of diversity grants awarded to young scientists, many of whom come from the very places that supported Trump.

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Virginia Farmers Are Reviving a Tradition of Harvesting Herbs

Farmers have banded together to make the market for herbal supplements and remedies, part of Appalachia’s cultural heritage, more sustainable and more profitable.

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Virginia Coal Country Courts New Business With Old Mining Money

As President Trump pledges to revive ‘beautiful’ coal, Virginia’s coal counties have largely moved on to new ventures. But who stands to benefit?

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Heavy Rain Expected in Kentucky and Tennessee This Weekend

Excessive rainfall was expected in Kentucky and Tennessee, which could lead to “life-threatening” flooding, forecasters said. The Northeast can expect snow, sleet, freezing rain and rain.

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Hurricane Helene School Closures Could Have Long-Term Impacts

School closures and traumatic experiences could affect children long after schools reopen. Experts worry that similar scenarios are happening with much more frequency because of climate change.

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