Appalachia is a part of Wise County, Virginia. Major attractions include the Town of Appalachia and Bee Rock Tunnel. Each year in the summer season there is a week long festival called Coal/Railroad Days which includes a race, concerts, food vendors, rides, and a parade. Among the biggest companies in Appalachia are Hills Fuel and Cumberland Resources Corp. The biggest school here is Appalachia High School. Famous persons from Appalachia include actress Peggy Castle and NFL players Thomas and Julis Jones.