The Appalachian Retelling Project

“This is but a mere glimpse at the way of life for many hardworking Appalachians. Hundreds of thousands of people live within the hills and hollers that surround our home, each and every one with a different personality and a different trait. We all stick together, we all work to survive, we all have a role to play in the community.”

In our second to last student submission, Letcher Central senior Micah Turner shares a glimpse into the many facets of life that exist around him in Appalachia. Check out his photo essay “The Appalachian Way” at the link below!

Student Submission: The Appalachian Way When you hear the word “Appalachian,” the words “redneck” or “hillbilly”, often follow or are considered synonymous. In most portrayals, we Appalachians are depicted as helpless, mindless individuals who need someone who is “better” than us to survive. This inaccurate depiction has s...