Southern Appalachian Labor School

12/15/2025

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12/14/2025

12/13/2025

SALS Holiday Event
Southern Appalachian Labor School Community Center
1862 Beards Fork Road
Beards Fork, West Virginia
Saturday, December 20, 2025
1-3 pm

11/26/2025

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11/19/2025

Rural health is built on connection, collaboration, and care.

In recognition of Rural Health Leaders Month, we’re proud to honor Arthur Mullins, for his ongoing contributions to health and well-being across West Virginia.

For over a decade, Arthur Mullins has directed the Feed and Read Summer Program provided by the Southern Appalachian Labor School in Fayette County. Each summer, the program serves 1,500–2,000 children ages 18 and under, providing free, healthy lunches that meet West Virginia Department of Education nutrition standards. The program operates in low-income housing projects and trailer courts throughout the Valley and Plateau Districts of Fayette County. In addition to nutritious meals, children receive free books to promote literacy. Arthur plays a hands-on role, supervising meal preparation and program operations to ensure every child has access to the healthy food and learning opportunities they deserve. His leadership ensures that children in rural communities have access to essential nutrition and educational resources, supporting healthier and more thriving futures.

His dedication reminds us that improving health care access is not just about systems—it’s about people working together to make lasting change.

11/13/2025

Another food pantry is happening today. Thank you for your support

11/10/2025

SALS BEARDS FORK FOOD PANTRY TODAY, Monday
NOV. 10TH
2pm til 4pm

11/07/2025

Local doctors and miners are featured in this national AP deep dive into the horrific rise in Black Lung....

Lisa Emery, a respiratory therapist, is deeply concerned about West Virginia coal miners suffering from black lung disease.

10/29/2025

These folks are raising money to help keep Fayette Co residents fed while DC fights over the shutdown, please contribute if you can!

Show your support with a contribution.

07/14/2025

News reporting on our work in the community!

Every summer Southern Appalachian Labor School partners with different organizations to bring young volunteers to the upper Kanawha Valley to assist qualifie...

07/05/2025

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