Miners’ Widows Sue Operator Over 2010 Accident

Posted on Apr 29 2011
The widows of two men killed in a mine accident in Kentucky last year are suing the mine’s operator....

Widespread Carbon Capture Possible Now, Task Force Says

Posted on Aug 12 2010
A federal task force has just delivered its recommendations to President Barack Obama for accelerating...

Southeastern Forests Are Disappearing: What’s It Worth to You?

Posted on Jun 24 2010
What’s the value of a forest? It depends on whom you ask. But the nation’s Southeastern forests may...

New “Superweeds” Resist Herbicide, Require Harsher Chemicals

Posted on Jun 16 2010
For many regional farmers, the most popular weed-killer is becoming less effective.  Now, many are reverting...

Despite Pressure, Campuses Aren’t Phasing Out Coal

Posted on May 17 2010
Major utilities aren’t the only facilities burning coal. College campuses often have their own coal-fired...

Cities Grapple with Rise of Urban Agriculture

Posted on Apr 27 2010
Urban agriculture is growing. And its not just city-dwellers frequenting farmer’s markets for their...

How Did You Celebrate?

Posted on Apr 22 2010
Today, Thursday, April 22nd, is the 40th anniversary of Earth Day.  To find out how you celebrated,...

Ohio River Fish Show Higher Mercury Levels

Posted on Apr 07 2010
Fishing in the Ohio River is a popular activity.  But the latest tests show more mercury in fish...

State Legislatures Consider Energy Options

Posted on Mar 31 2010
As state legislatures wrap up business in many parts of the Ohio River Valley, it’s clear that...

Earlier Spring? Citizen Scientists Help Track It

Posted on Mar 22 2010
Scientists are noticing that Spring is arriving a little earlier in some places, possibly due to climate...