Here's a roundup of stories with rural resonance; if you do or see similar work that should be shared on The Rural Blog, email us at heather.chapman@uky.edu.
The coal company that hired some laid off Blackjewel coal miners has now laid off some of them. Read more here.
Most Americans say they want more oversight of large-scale livestock operations, according to a new poll. Read more here.
A new podcast discusses HIV's threat to rural America. Read more here.
Oil and gas sites release enormous amounts of methane, which contributes to climate change, but it's hard for people to see the phenomenon because the gas is invisible. A crew from The New York Times used an infrared video camera to make methane leaks visible, revealing a troubling amount of pollution. Read more here.
New albums from rural Kentucky artists shed light on the soul of rural America, says Paste Magazine. Read more here.
Because we're not all doom and gloom here at The Rural Blog, here's some fun stuff: a church in southeastern Kentucky created a fake ad for the Amazon Echo: Eastern Kentucky Edition. Does it play on rural stereotypes? Yes. Is it hilarious? Also yes. And, this blogger with Harlan County roots can confirm that a few parts hit pretty close to home. Watch the video here.
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