From abandoned coal mines to organic farms

"Courage is found in unlikely places." 6/12/17 Reclaiming Coal Country: From Abandoned Mines to Organic Farms After high school, West Virginian Chris Farley went to work in the coal mines. At first, it provided a decent living, but it soon became a precarious existence, as mines would frequently close. Now, instead of removing mountaintops, Farley helps bring the land back to life, transforming former coal mines into farms. Farley works for Refresh Appalachia, a project of Coalfield Development that provides opportunities to former coal miners in agriculture, entrepreneurship, renewable energy and other areas. This Great Big Story was made in collaboration with "From the Ashes". The film airs on National Geographic Channel on June 25 at 9pm EST/8pm Central. Learn how you can support companies like Coalfield Development through the From the Ashes CrowdRise Campaign. Where Stories of Peaceful Coexistence Are Written in Stone In Chongqing, China, an incredible collection of figures memorializes the history of the country in stone. Dating back to the 9th century, these ancient rock carvings borrow imagery from Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism, highlighting the peaceful co-existence of the three religions. How Superman Busted The KKK In the 1940s, "Superman" was a radio sensation. But after fighting Hitler and Hirohito, writers were looking for a new enemy. That's where Stetson Kennedy comes in. With the Ku Klux Klan gaining popularity, he successfully infiltrated the group in order to divulge its motivations and rituals. Using Kennedy's research, the writers of "Superman" exposed the group. Copyright © 2016 Great Big Story, LLC, All rights reserved.You are receiving this message because you subscribed to the Great Big Story newsletter. Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list