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The Appalachian Freedom Files USB Drive is back in stock. I just received a new shipment, so orders are open again here: https://mdcreekmore.com/freedom-files-drive/

The snow didn’t fall very deep here but there is a thick layer of ice under that’s extremely slick… thankfully, it wasn’t as bad here as they were forecasting, and the power stayed on so no need to fire up my generator or favorite portable power bank. Weather forecast is 4-6 degrees tonight with a […]

In 2019, a hundred dollars at the grocery store filled up a cart. Today, that same list costs nearly a hundred and forty. And it’s not just food — even deodorant has doubled in price. The experts tell us to buy stocks, gold, or crypto to beat inflation. Wall Street wants you trapped in their […]

By Joel Skousen, Author of the Secure Home and Strategic Relocation A few days ago Mr. Creekmore asked me to do a write-up on how-to make a manufactured home more secure. As Mr. Creekmore pointed out this is the type of housing that many of his readers live in but is also generally the least secure. And yes, I know […]

New video is up: Everyday Carry in Appalachia — My No-Nonsense EDCSimple, reliable gear that actually earns pocket space—knife, light, pepper spray, holster, and a few rural must-haves. No paid sponsors—just what I use and would recommend to family. Watch here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3ywiexPO2E Question for you: What’s the ONE item you’d add (or remove) from […]

I don’t recommend Berkey anymore. They’ve had quality-control questions and still don’t hold a recognized performance certification. Independent lab tests are fine, but that’s not the same as third-party certification that also audits manufacturing. When it’s my drinking water, I want both published data and a recognized cert. I do recommend ProOne for home use […]