Last updated: 2026-02-05

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Legal Notices for Appalachia Today™

 

This page sets forth legal notices regarding trademark, copyright, and content use for Appalachia Today™.

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Trademark Notice

 

The Appalachia Today™ name and the associated mountain sunrise logo are trademarks of Casey Nicholson.

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The AppalachiaToday.com domain was acquired in January 2025, and development of the Appalachia Today™ brand began prior to the site’s public launch later that year. Trademark protection is claimed in connection with the use of the Appalachia Today™ name and logo for news, media, and related services.

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Unauthorized use of the Appalachia Today™ name, logo, or confusingly similar variations—particularly for news, media, or publishing purposes—is not permitted. This includes the creation or operation of unauthorized websites or social media accounts using the name Appalachia Today or closely related derivatives.

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Copyright Notice

 

Unless otherwise stated, all content published on AppalachiaToday.com and through its associated official social media accounts is copyrighted material.

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© 2025–2026 Casey Nicholson. All rights reserved.

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This includes, but is not limited to:

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• Articles and written content

• Original photographs and images

• Audio and multimedia content

• Site design elements and branding

 

Content may not be reproduced, republished, or redistributed without prior written permission, except where permitted by law (such as fair use for purposes of commentary, criticism, or news reporting).

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Contributions and Collaborations

 

Works submitted to Appalachia Today™ by guest contributors, including articles and photographs provided with permission, are published under agreed-upon terms. Unless otherwise specified in writing, such works are considered part of the copyrighted body of content associated with Appalachia Today™ upon publication.

Specific licensing arrangements or permissions may be granted on a case-by-case basis.

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Permissions and Inquiries

 

For questions regarding trademark use, content permissions, licensing, or other legal inquiries related to Appalachia Today™, please contact:

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Email: editor@appalachatoday.com

 

These Legal Notices are provided for informational purposes and reflect current practices. They may be updated as circumstances change.