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Devastating storms define Appalachia's 2024 climate

Devastating storms define Appalachia's 2024 climate

In 2024, Southern Appalachia experienced unprecedented weather extremes, including record-breaking heatwaves and catastrophic flooding from Hurricane Helene.
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ETSU's Bluegrass Legacy: Shaping a Global Sound

ETSU's Bluegrass Legacy: Shaping a Global Sound

ETSU's Bluegrass, Old-Time and Roots Music Studies program is a leader in Appalachian music, preserving tradition while empowering artists.
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ETSU research explores Spanish flu's impact on Appalachia

ETSU research explores Spanish flu's impact on Appalachia

ETSU researchers have examined the devastating effects of the 1918 Spanish flu in Appalachia, uncovering lessons that resonate in the wake of COVID-19.
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NETN Music Census reveals $75.9M impact, summit announced

NETN Music Census reveals $75.9M impact, summit announced

The Northeast Tennessee Music Census, a regional community-led partnership with the Tennessee Entertainment Commission, has released its 2024 findings.
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ETSU secures grant to preserve Appalachian history

ETSU secures grant to preserve Appalachian history

A $170K grant from the “Save America’s Treasures” program will help ETSU preserve irreplaceable Appalachian history.
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What will winter bring to Southern Appalachia? ETSU experts weigh in

What will winter bring to Southern Appalachia? ETSU experts weigh in

ETSU's Dr. Andrew Joyner, Tennessee state climatologist, provides the winter weather outlook for 2025.
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ETSU researcher earns grant to build flood dashboard using generative AI

ETSU researcher earns grant to build flood dashboard using generative AI

An ETSU researcher is developing a cutting-edge dashboard using generative artificial intelligence to assist in monitoring flooding in Central Appalachia.