As Republicans in Congress push to help President Trump make good on a campaign promise to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, people in Appalachian states prepare for some potential changes to their health care coverage and — consequently — their personal finances. With states like West Virginia and […]

Leading up to the 2016 presidential election, Appalachia was dubbed “Trump Country.” His message of restoring a downtrodden coal industry resonated with many whose lives were impacted economically and culturally by the extractive resource that’s historically been a cornerstone of the region’s identity. Despite his huge win in the region, […]