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Explore the agricultural heart of the Highlands. Dive into articles and spotlights featuring the local farms, dedicated families, and hard-working individuals cultivating our land. Whether you're looking for seasonal farm activities or essential guides to regional meat producers and farmers selling directly to the community, this is your source for all things farming.

The Fleenors

Meet the Fleenors

Nestled in the scenic hills of Bristol, Virginia, Fleenor Farms is a cherished family-run agricultural destination that blends traditional farming with seasonal entertainment. Owned and operated by Ke...

Aaron Creighton
June 2, 2025
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Appalachian Regional Commission

ARC Seeks Applicants for Economic Revitalization Projects in Appalachia’s Coal Communities
- Chris Hodes
ARC Seeks Applicants for Economic Revitalization Projects in Appalachia’s Coal Communities

Letters of intent are due May 22, 2026, for funding through ARC’s POWER Initiative, which creates new opportunities in Appalachian coal communities.  Washington, D.C., May 5, 2026—Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) issued a notice [...]

In Memoriam: Dr. Jesse L. White, Jr.
- Doris Charouel
In Memoriam: Dr. Jesse L. White, Jr.

We honor the memory of former ARC Federal Co-Chair Dr. Jesse L. White, Jr., who passed away on April 17, 2026 at the age of 81. Dr. White served as [...]

ARC Seeks Applicants for Projects Supporting Appalachians in Recovery from Substance Use Disorder 
- Chris Hodes
ARC Seeks Applicants for Projects Supporting Appalachians in Recovery from Substance Use Disorder 

Letters of intent are due May 12, 2026, for funding through ARC’s INSPIRE Initiative, which seeks to help Appalachians in recovery enter and reenter the workforce.  Washington, D.C., April 21, 2026—Today, the Appalachian [...]

ARC Seeking Applicants for Leadership Development Program Focused on Multi-Sector Economic Development
- Ashley Hill
ARC Seeking Applicants for Leadership Development Program Focused on Multi-Sector Economic Development

Public, private and nonprofit leaders throughout Appalachia are encouraged to apply for ARC’s free eight-month training program.  WASHINGTON, D.C., April 16, 2026 —Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) opened applications for the eighth class of the Appalachian Leadership [...]