The Appalachian Roots of Dr. PepperThe Appalachian Roots of Dr. Pepper
This week, we tell the fascinating story of a beloved American soft drink, Dr Pepper. Join us as we explore the origins of this iconic beverage, which has roots right
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Wrapped In Mystery: A Pair of Appalachian MummiesWrapped In Mystery: A Pair of Appalachian Mummies
In the heart of Appalachia lies a small town with a story unlike any other. Philippi, West Virginia, is home to two perfectly preserved mummies, the result of a
The Story of the Humming Bird Car: An Appalachian Innovation on Wheels!The Story of the Humming Bird Car: An Appalachian Innovation on Wheels!
In this episode of Stories of Appalachia, we tell the remarkable tale of Talmadge Judd, a backyard innovator from Kingsport, Tennessee, whose vision and mechanical abilities led to the creation
The Appalachian “Bat-Man”The Appalachian “Bat-Man”
In 1892 a West Virginia hermit living high above the Cheat River announced to the world that he had an invention: a suit that would allow him to fly above
Dempster Named Chair Of Tennessee Great Smoky Mountains Park Commission – November 23, 1932Dempster Named Chair Of Tennessee Great Smoky Mountains Park Commission – November 23, 1932
On this day in 1932 the head of the Tennessee Department of Finance and Taxation, George R. Dempster of Knoxville, was elected chairman of the Tennessee Great Smoky Mountains Park