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Normale Ansicht

Dolly Parton and the ‘Pretty Darn Good’ Southern Church

30. August 2026 um 19:28
For many Americans, Ms. Parton represented an idealized style of faith: one centered in small rural congregations that prize community over ideology.

© Will Crooks for The New York Times

The Robert F Thomas Chapel at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge Tennessee on Wednesday.

Can Democrats Win Rural Voters Turning Away From Trump? It’s a Tough Sell.

14. Juli 2026 um 13:21
House candidates like Beth Macy, author of “Dopesick,” have crafted messages based on lifetimes in rural regions. But messages need an audience, and many minds are closed to the party.

© Matt Eich for The New York Times

“I think there’s a lot of rage, and feeling like people in power don’t care,” said the best-selling author Beth Macy, who is running for Congress as a Democrat.

Missing High School Coach Travis Turner Facing Charges, Officials Say

An Appalachian community in Virginia was electrified by its high school team’s winning streak. Until the team’s coach disappeared — and allegations against him surfaced.

© Shawn Poynter for The New York Times

Travis Lee Turner is a high school football coach in Big Stone Gap, Va.
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