Dear readers, As the editor of "Overlooked in Appalachia," I am honored and overjoyed to present another complete edition of our magazine to you for the Spring of 2024. Within these stories lies a testament to the interwoven cultivation of all that encompasses Appalachia. Overlooked's mission is to amplify the many voices of the Appalachian people – their love and loss, their struggle and triumph. This honors the many traditions and experiences of the Appalachian people, whether they be...

Deep into the highest hills of the Cumberland Mountains in lower West Virginia sits an unincorporated town named Coalwood. Appropriately...

The dulcimer is as loyal to the Appalachian region as moonshine – developed and crafted by the local people for centuries. This unique...