The coalfields of Appalachia—like coal producing communities around the country—literally fueled the growth of the entire nation. Despite that, the ... Read This Post
Training & Ideas
Art Positive Project – Salyersville, Kentucky
Two years ago, artist and Eastern Kentuckian Jessica Salyer founded the Art Positive Project to bring free therapeutic art workshops focused on ... Read This Post
New Murals in Downtown Hazard
'We can get through this, together' is a phrase that rings familiar to many Kentuckians. It has been repeated by Governor Andy Beshear at nearly every ... Read This Post
SNAP Recipients Support Kentucky Farms at Manchester IGA
Community Farm Alliance and Manchester IGA are partnering to get more local produce into the store and into the hands of families in need. Through the ... Read This Post
MACED Becomes the Mountain Association
For more than 40 years, we were known as the Mountain Association for Community Economic Development (MACED). As we enter a new decade and a new look, ... Read This Post
Rural Airbnbs Provide A Safe Retreat in Jackson County, Kentucky
Over the past three years, the Mountain Association has been working with tourism commissions and communities across Eastern Kentucky to put on “How ... Read This Post
Now is the Time to Build a Just Economy in Eastern Kentucky
The coalfields of Appalachia—like coal producing communities around the country—literally fueled the growth of the entire nation. Despite that, the ... Read This Post
20+ Events Held in Eastern Kentucky In Support of Black Lives
Originally published on June 8, 2020. Updated with more events. Throughout June, communities in Eastern Kentucky have been coming together to stand ... Read This Post
Our Statement in Support of Black Lives
The Mountain Association stands in solidarity with those protesting police violence against people of color, and with communities of color who face ... Read This Post
Learning about Race
The Mountain Association stands in solidarity with those protesting police violence against people of color, and with communities of color who face ... Read This Post
Appalachia’s New Day: Black Lung During COVID-19
Black lung is a disease caused by breathing coal mine dust. It is incurable and often gets worse over time. Treatment is limited to relieving symptoms ... Read This Post
Special Message: Mountain Association’s Response to COVID-19
We are continuously updating this page, which was originally posted March 17, 2020. A note from Peter Hille, MACED's President: In this ... Read This Post
