Ahead of Elections, Gen Z West Virginians Focus On the Issues
Five West Virginians spoke to 100 Days about issues on their minds this election.
Category / Generation Zeitgeist
Young people in Appalachia are being shaped in an era fraught with political unrest, surrounded by almost insurmountable global issues that will shape the world they inherit. But all at once, they are expected to both save the world and care far less about things too serious for them to understand. Here, we give young Appalachians space to think out loud, examine and amplify issues they know are impacting their identities, their communities and, by extension, their politics.
A Church Channels Rush of Volunteers and Donations in Roan Mountain Flooding Aftermath
The First Baptist Church in Roan Mountain, TN was devastated by a flood nearly thirty years ago. This time around, they knew they could help.
Appalachia’s Young Voters Could Impact the 2024 Election
Although many feel apathetic about voting or lack the resources needed to cast a ballot, in some places, momentum is building among Appalachian youth.