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One of the first results when searching 'Appalachia 2023' is the picture above. This shows how one of the main topics associated with the Smokey Mountains and its inhabitants is the raw beauty of the nature present and that one of the main things that attracts people to the Smokies is the nature there.

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This is a rather interesting podcast episode that discusses the importance and history of of a stringed instrument festival called Cliff top. This contributes to the idea that stringed instrument music is a key part of Appalachian culture.

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Ep. 467 - Appalachian String Band Music Festival (Clifftop) 2023

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Adams pictures are some of the top results if one searches for 'Appalachian People'. His photos of the people of Appalachia are almost exclusively in black and white contributing to the idea that Appalachian people are removed from society. This is due to the fact that black and white photos and film are associated with older works of art and films and makes it seem as if these people are living in an older period even though it is the present.

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This recent post contradicts some claims that the Appalachian people are further removed from current politics. In the post, the author clearly emphasizes the communities need for unity and for making people feel safe which is a common theme seen depicted for the Appalachian people.

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Boone Police responded at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to a call of an individual waving a Nazi flag outside of the Temple of the High Country, according to a press release from Boone Police Department. 

Read the full story from @will_hofmann & @andrewrice29 here: https://t.co/mgtDOLnC1D

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Nazi flag raised outside Temple of the High Country, campus and community respond – The Appalachian

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Boone Police responded at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to a call of an individual waving a Nazi flag outside of the Temple of the High Country, according to a press release from Boone Police Department. 

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Boone Police responded at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to a call of an individual waving a Nazi flag outside of the Temple of the High Country, according to a press release from Boone Police Department. 

Read the full story from @will_hofmann & @andrewrice29 here: https://t.co/mgtDOLnC1D

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Boone Police responded at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to a call of an individual waving a Nazi flag outside of the Temple of the High Country, according to a press release from Boone Police Department.

Read the full story from @will_hofmann & @andrewrice29 here: https://t.co/mgtDOLnC1D
— The Appalachian (@TheAppalachian) February 16, 2023

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Boone Police responded at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to a call of an individual waving a Nazi flag outside of the Temple of the High Country, according to a press release from Boone Police Department. 

Read the full story from @will_hofmann & @andrewrice29 here: https://t.co/mgtDOLnC1D

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Nazi flag raised outside Temple of the High Country, campus and community respond – The Appalachian

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Boone Police responded at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to a call of an individual waving a Nazi flag outside of the Temple of the High Country, according to a press release from Boone Police Department. 

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Boone Police responded at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to a call of an individual waving a Nazi flag outside of the Temple of the High Country, according to a press release from Boone Police Department. 

Read the full story from @will_hofmann & @andrewrice29 here: https://t.co/mgtDOLnC1D

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Boone Police responded at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to a call of an individual waving a Nazi flag outside of the Temple of the High Country, according to a press release from Boone Police Department. 

Read the full story from @will_hofmann & @andrewrice29 here: https://t.co/mgtDOLnC1D

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Nazi flag raised outside Temple of the High Country, campus and community respond – The Appalachian

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Boone Police responded at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to a call of an individual waving a Nazi flag outside of the Temple of the High Country, according to a press release from Boone Police Department. 

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Interactive Map of County Economic Status and Distressed Areas

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Interactive Map of County Economic Status and Distressed Areas

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This interactive map shows how statistical analysis of county income level contribute to the publics viewing of Appalachia as generally poor economically.

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ARC's vision is to ensure that Appalachia-a region of great opportunity-will achieve socioeconomic parity with the nation. This means the Region's economic indicators will become proportionate with the nation as a whole. While significant progress has been made, challenges such as economic transition in coal communities, the substance abuse crisis and COVID-19 remain.

Every year, ARC applies an index-based classification system to compare each county in the Region with national averages to understand how counties are performing. Analyzing three-year average unemployment rates, per capita market income, and poverty rates, each one of Appalachia's 420 counties is then classified within one of five economic status designations-distressed, at-risk, transitional, competitive, or attainment. The designations are also used to determine the match requirements for ARC grants, as well as research topics and investment strategies targeting resources to the Region's most distressed areas.

In fiscal year 2021, 78 counties will be designated as distressed, 104 as at-risk, 223 as transitional, 13 as competitive, and 2 as having reached attainment. This analysis draws on retrospective data, illustrates trends over time, and informs ARC's grantmaking process. It does not reflect the economic impact of the COVID crisis.

Interactive Map of County Economic Status and Distressed Areas, FY 2021

Distressed Counties in Appalachia

ARC has been computing an index-based county economic classification annually since fiscal year 2007. While the number of distressed counties can fluctuate from year to year, the current number has dropped to a low not seen since pre-recession in 2007.

Distressed Areas Within Counties

In some cases, specific areas within counties are considered economically distressed even if the county isn't. ARC assigns the "distressed area" designation to census tracts in at-risk and transitional counties that have a median family income no greater than 67 percent of the U.S. average and a poverty rate 150 percent of the U.S. average or greater.

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Classifying Economic Distress in Appalachian Counties - Appalachian Regional Commission

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ARC's vision is to ensure that Appalachia-a region of great opportunity-will achieve socioeconomic parity with the nation. This means the Region's economic indicators will become proportionate with the nation as a whole. While significant progress has been made, challenges such as economic transition in coal communities, the substance abuse crisis and COVID-19 remain.

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A lot of peoples view on mountain inhabitants stem from shows such as "Mountain Men" from popular TV channels. Such influences often focus on the intercommunity relations amongst those on the show and emphasize the idea of those in a community support one another.