Appalachia's Best-Kept Secret
by Fred D. Baldwin
The community college system has become a powerful force in Appalachia's economic and community development.
Putting the Community First
by Fred D. Baldwin
Wytheville Community College in southwest Virginia constantly seeks new avenues to bring education and training to the rural communities in its service area.
Kids Get a Smart Start in North Carolina
by Carl Hoffman
Communities in Appalachian North Carolina are creating local "Partnerships for Children" under a statewide program that helps young children start school ready to learn.
Rx for the Rural Health-Care Shortage
by James E. Casto
Two states have taken positive steps to increase the number of health-care professionals in rural areas.
Going for the GED
by Carl Hoffman
In Tennessee, 18 Appalachian counties are substantially boosting their basic skills of former school dropouts through aggressive adult literacy training and GED preparation.
Risk Is Their Business
by Fred D. Baldwin
A Pennsylvania local development district has put its money into helping local businesses start up and grow as an avenue to job creation.
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