Environment
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These Great Smoky Mountains trails are closed because of encounters with bears
Here’s why a few tense encounters with bears in the Great Smoky Mountains has officials concerned.
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North Carolina’s drought makes this weekend’s ‘good’ weather into bad news
This weekend’s forecast is warm, dry weather. But that’s bad news for North Carolina’s ongoing drought.
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Joro spiders are back. Here’s where they’re found in North Carolina
In North Carolina, Joro spiders were first spotted in the western region of the state, and the state’s established population has largely remained in western NC.
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Western North Carolina artist conserves 62 acres near Green River Game Land
Western North Carolina artist Karen-Eve Bayne learned to give back when she was growing up. Today, she’s doing that with a plan that conserves huge tracts near the Green River Game Land.
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2026 guide to wildflowers in North Carolina: What to know & where to go
Enjoy a colorful spring with our all-encompassing guide on wildflowers in North Carolina.
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NC forestry officials worry about growing threat of wildfires, fewer workers
Nearly 18 months after Helene, forestry officials and the state fire marshal warned legislators Thursday that North Carolina needs to be much better prepared to battle wildfires.
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What to know about the 2026 spring equinox in North Carolina
Will it be a warm spring or a cool one? Here’s what to know about spring in North Carolina.
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NC regulators object to Wilmington Harbor deepening project. Here’s why
North Carolina leaders say the Wilmington Harbor deepening project raises environmental concerns, including worries about ‘forever chemicals,’ habitat loss, and more.
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Will it be a warm spring in NC? See NOAA 2026 long-range forecast
Just over a month before the official start of spring, here’s what weather forecasters are predicting for NC.
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Controversial Wilmington Harbor deepening project paused by feds
A billion-dollar deepening of Wilmington Harbor is necessary to keep the port competitive, but it comes with economic and environmental concerns for North Carolina’s wetlands.
