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Hi everyone, we are Only in Appalachia. Join the movement and like/follow. This is our story.

We are group of highly motivated students determined to redefine the Appalachian Narrative through the power of positivity, authenticity, and story telling.

09/05/2020

We are so grateful for the opportunity to speak with Black in Appalachia. Their work is crucial to understanding the history of the region, and they have created a wonderful community surrounding their mission.

Visit the link in our bio to read our conversation with Black in Appalachia!

Presented by Dave Strickland’s State Farm in Chillicothe, Ohio.

09/04/2020

We have a great blog post to share with you TOMORROW! We had a thoughtful & educational conversation with the director of Black in Appalachia. Their organization is based in East Tennessee and focuses on uncovering and sharing Black history in the Appalachian region.

Check back tomorrow to read about organization’s beginning, their mission & where they are heading!

Presented by Dave Strickland’s State Farm in Chillicothe, Ohio.

09/02/2020

We have two special Appalachians to introduce to you today! Help us welcome Tyke & Susan from Cambridge, Ohio!

Susan is a Cambridge native, and Tyke is from Shadyside, Ohio near the river. They have gone to college, moved out of the region, earned advanced degrees, and moved back to Appalachia to raise their family!

Both recall that people in the community, “will do anything for you.” They describe Appalachians as loyal, hard working, & proud. Susan said she has lifetime friendships from her Appalachian childhood, and she realized later in life that those strong friendships are rare.

Tyke explained many benefits of starting his chiropractic practice in the community where Susan’s family was established. They were able to buy a house straight out of graduate & chiropractic school in Cambridge. The banker trusted them — Tyke & Susan said that wouldn’t have happened in a big city.

Tyke & Susan shine a positive light in their community and cherish the unique opportunities they’ve had in small town Ohio. It’s people like them that are rewriting the narrative in their own corner of the region every day!

Presented by Dave Strickland’s State Farm in Chillicothe, Ohio.

08/30/2020

Hey, Appalachian community!
Thank you for joining us for our summer video series! Special thanks to Ryan Smith, Trent Fannin, Cara Brook, Aaron and Erin Buckley, Charles Meyers, Josh Ravenscraft, Jared Ravenscraft, and Kash Daniel for sharing their stories and highlighting what it truly means to be Appalachian.

08/29/2020

Part 2 of our interview with Ronnie Carson is up on the blog!

We learned about the Appalachian African American Cultural Center and their work with Black history and anti-racism workshops.

There was even a surprise guest during our interview - and you’ll be inspired and motivated by her work! Head to the link in our bio to read the full story!

Check out https://www.aaaculturalcenter.org/ to see all the incredible work Ronnie and his team are doing.

Presented by Dave Strickland’s State Farm in Chillicothe, Ohio.

08/28/2020

Spencer found his passion for photography early in life, and is using it to help healthcare workers! Check out his passion for his hometown and how he’s giving back! We have featured Spencer & some of his recent work! ⬆️

“I have been capturing photos for three years now, professionally with Logan Detty Photography for a year as of July. I started my life with photography in a coffee shop in Chillicothe, Ohio. I met some great people that frequented the shop and we became friends. Photography is what really brought us together. We would walk around Chillicothe and capture our city through our own eyes, our own experiences.”

“A while after that, I started taking photos of my friends, and then that branched into high school seniors, which finally branched into working with models. Since then I’ve grown a small following on Instagram, and have taken photos all over the state of Ohio, but where I’m truly comfortable is Chillicothe. Taking models around downtown Chillicothe is my true happiness. The life that this city breathes is different than any other cities in a way I can’t describe - it’s serenity.”

“During the lockdown of Ohio, I provided families around Chillicothe with socially distanced family photos on their porch, dubbed The Porch Project. There was a small fee per family, part of which was donated toward the production of face masks for healthcare providers. I use my talents to give Appalachia photos of their lives and their experiences.” - Spencer

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08/26/2020

“There is magic in these mountains. I’ve spent my entire life in this region. I grew up 15 minutes east of Asheville, NC in the beautiful Black Mountain. The people, the scenery, and the vibe is so alive and unlike anywhere else.”

“As a hairstylist, I see many clients from all different walks of life. My favorite is being able to share stories of how much Asheville has changed, in a good way. I love the open mindedness that has been brought to this region. I feel as if the Appalachia’s are like a warm hug enclosing all who reside within. That energy is what radiates from the people who are from here, a sense of welcoming to all who come.”

“When you’ve spent a long time here you become so in tune with seasons, the weather, and you have a sense of when it’s about to rain, by the way the leaves turn under or the chill that’s in the air. I feel fortunate to have grown up stringing beans, listening to bluegrass played by my Papaw, and spending all of my time in nature.”

“These traditions of gardening, connecting with nature, and cherishing these mountains are values I hope to pass on to my children. I hope I can continue to inspire people to become more accepting of everyone while still holding on to some of the simple traditions I was raised with.”

“Being from Appalachia is a true blessing.” - Shelby, Asheville, North Carolina

We couldn’t agree more.

Presented by Dave Strickland’s State Farm in Chillicothe, Ohio

08/23/2020

Hey, Appalachian community! We’re back with PART 2 of episode six of our summer video series! Thanks again to New Frontier Outfitters, Josh and Jared Ravenscraft, and Kash Daniel for their commitment to rewriting the narrative in the Appalachian region.
Take a few and give part 2 a listen! We discuss the impact that NFO has had on Josh and Jared, what it means to create a brand that’s shifting a region, and why it’s so special to continue giving back to Appalachian roots.
You can check out New Frontier Outfitters merch at www.madeforthejourney.com!

08/22/2020

We have quite the special story for you today! It’s so special, we can’t tell it in one post.

We spoke to Ronnie Carson from Pennington Gap, Virginia about his Appalachian childhood in segregation, and moving back to the region and starting the
Appalachian African American Cultural Center.

Ronnie is the director and co-founder of the AAACC and documents African American history in the region and teaches anti-racism workshops through the organization.

We have a lot to share from our conversation with Ronnie — be sure to check out PART 1 of his story on our blog! (https://www.onlyinappalachia.com/in-the-hills-blog) Here’s a sneak peak! ⬇️

“In 1965, Ronnie’s seventh grade year, segregation ended and he attended the white high school with about 25 other Black students. He described it as, “walking into Harvard University” because they had never changed classes, had multiple teachers, or learned with students all their same age before.”

Presented by Dave Strickland’s State Farm in Chillicothe, Ohio.

08/21/2020

Hey, community! We’re excited to share the story of a young person making a BIG impact on her community! She’s a part of a new organization fighting food insecurity in the region!

“Athens, Ohio has shaped in so many amazing ways. When I was little, this community started to teach me about the importance of perspective, gratitude, and generosity. Even today it continues to teach me, guide me, and support me.”

“I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to work with organizations that strive to make a change like The iBelieve Foundation, the SEO Food Bank, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Christ Community Wesleyan Church, and The Appalachian Food Project. These organizations use their platform and voice to provide for Appalachian youth and their impact is tremendous. The heart of Appalachia is so unique and I hope everybody living in it will get an opportunity to help rewrite the narrative of their community.”

“Please go check out a fantastic new organization created by some of my best friends - The Appalachian Food Project. Its goal is to fight food insecurity by providing healthy snacks for local youth in Athens, Ohio. I love my community & the world changers living in it!”

Thanks for sharing your heart for Appalachia and servant mindset, Caroline!

Presented by Dave Strickland’s State Farm in Chillicothe, Ohio.

08/19/2020

Our friend Brett shows his Appalachian pride with his musical talent and environmental activism. Thanks for sharing your unique perspective, Brett!

“I grew up in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area and descended from a working-class family that helped create the city of champions. While I’ve always had an affinity for the region’s history and culture, I admittedly never felt like I could identify as Appalachian; even though I was born within its borders. When I attended college in Athens, Ohio I knew that I was Appalachian at heart and felt right at home. I loved every aspect of the culture and continued to be influenced greatly by the music, environmentalism, and, most importantly, the people.”

“Now I know that Appalachian culture isn’t defined by its borders, but its vibrant charm. It’s a way of life that should be brought to every corner of this country, and that’s what I’ve been trying to do through music and activism. As an artist, I have played for the Pittsburgh organization Spare Change TV and have raised close to $1,000 for the West Virginia chapter of the Sierra Club. It has been a goal of mine to help foster environmental justice within the region, and I’m fortunate enough to celebrate folk music in the process.”

Presented by Dave Strickland’s State Farm in Chillicothe, Ohio.

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