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Accessibility Statement

Last updated: 2026-02-05

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Appalachia Today™ is committed to making our website accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of ability or technology. We strive to ensure that our journalism, resources, and information are accessible to all readers.

 

Our Commitment to Accessibility

 

We aim to make the content on Appalachia Today™ usable and accessible for everyone. Our goal is to improve accessibility over time and to address barriers when they are identified.

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The website is built and maintained using the Wix platform, which provides built-in accessibility features designed to support assistive technologies such as screen readers, keyboard navigation, and other adaptive tools.

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While we make reasonable efforts to follow recognized accessibility best practices, we acknowledge that accessibility is an ongoing process and that some content may not yet be fully accessible.

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Accessibility Standards

 

We aim to align with generally recognized accessibility standards, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), where reasonably practicable.

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We do not claim formal certification or full compliance with any specific accessibility standard, but we are committed to continuous improvement.

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Ongoing Efforts

 

As part of our ongoing accessibility efforts, we endeavor to:

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  • Use clear, readable fonts and sufficient color contrast

  • Structure content with meaningful headings and logical order

  • Provide alternative text for images when appropriate

  • Ensure the site can be navigated using a keyboard

  • Periodically review accessibility features available through our website platform

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Limitations

 

Despite our best efforts, some areas of the website may not yet be fully accessible. This may include older content, third-party embedded media, or platform-level limitations beyond our direct control.

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Feedback and Contact Information

 

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of Appalachia Today™. If you experience difficulty accessing any part of the site or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

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Email: editor@appalachatoday.com

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We will make reasonable efforts to respond and address accessibility concerns in a timely manner.

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This Accessibility Statement is provided for informational purposes and reflects our current accessibility practices and goals.

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