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  1. New research for ARC by Univ. of Tennessee shows how some formerly distressed counties in Appalachia have improved. 1.usa.gov/JdAdcA 12:52 PM May 23rd via web
  2. A new interactive map shows proposed rural post-office hours. Some13,000 offices nationwide to be affected. bit.ly/JXeKHB 12:52 PM May 21st via web
  3. See how town of Williamsport in Appalachian Pennsylvania is a "star on the map of an emerging national energy rush." usat.ly/Kkk2eO 8:13 AM May 21st via web
  4. Memorable photo glimpses of family and community in Owsley County, an economically distressed area of Appalachian KY. on.msnbc.com/IvqzU9 9:04 AM May 17th via web
  5. See how West Virginia's New River Birding and Nature Festival boosts the local sustainable tourism economy. bit.ly/MbnHjq 8:12 AM May 15th via web
  6. Kudos to Christian Wyler of Eastern Kentucky Univ.His biodiesel concept is 2nd in Appalachian Ideas Network Showcase. bit.ly/ITv2lM 7:34 AM May 11th via web
  7. Don't miss seeing this compelling video by the Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation on the voices of hope in Appalachia. bit.ly/IyLDbS 9:07 AM May 9th via web
  8. ARC seeks an economist to manage its research projects. Ph.D. in economics or planning required. Send resume w/cover to hr@arc.gov by 5/31. 8:49 AM May 7th via web
  9. ARC webinars on 5/14&15 at 1:30 pm to discuss applying for Appalachian Angel Capital Fund Formation.Send your info to: angelfunds@arc.gov. 6:48 AM May 3rd via web
  10. ARC is accepting applications for tech/grant support for new angel investment fund formation or improvement. 1.usa.gov/IZa96A 1:08 PM Apr 30th via web
  11. You can dispose of unwanted prescription drugs on Sat. 4/28 on DEA's Take-Back Day from 10 AM to 2 PM. Link has sites. 1.usa.gov/eB8TPU 6:15 PM Apr 27th via web
  12. West Virginia's Eric Mathis recognized as Champion of Change in President Obama’s “Winning the Future” initiative. 1.usa.gov/IZa96A 8:09 AM Apr 27th via web
  13. Want to know the life expectancy where you live? Then just go to this link and type in the name of your county. bit.ly/HVKTBJ 6:52 AM Apr 25th via web
  14. Tree planting at Flight 93 Memorial site is work that will last a lifetime, says ARC Federal Co-Chair Earl F. Gohl. bit.ly/ILyf44 7:41 AM Apr 23rd via web
  15. Heartwood, the artisan gateway to SW Virginia, shows new econ approach capitalizing on Appalachia's cultural resources. bit.ly/IXPMJV 7:47 AM Apr 21st via web
  16. Want to know more about development principles for creating resilient, vibrant communities? Check out these workshops: bit.ly/J0mWcB 11:38 AM Apr 18th via web
  17. "A lot of excitement,a lot of opportunity" related to oil&gas in the Utica shale, says Jason Wilson, Ohio ARC official. bit.ly/GSBGts 9:08 AM Apr 16th via web
  18. Appalachia's army of citizens improving their communities key to overcoming Rx drug abuse crisis says ARC Fed Co-Chair Earl Gohl. #Rxsummit 11:38 AM Apr 12th via web
  19. WV Congressman Nick Rahall calls drug summit "interesting, informative and intensive." Commends UNITE, ARC. bit.ly/I67oA8 #RxSummit 7:15 AM Apr 12th via web
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  • Bio Federal-state partnership working for sustainable community & economic development in the 13 states of Appalachia.
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