Environment
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After bear attack in western NC, here are some bear safety tips
Bear attacks are extremely rare, but they can happen in NC. Here are some bear safety tips to avoid them.
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Trump wants to open ‘pristine’ national forests for logging, including in NC
Trump’s U.S. Forest Service wants to roll back protections that prevent logging and construction across 45 million acres of national forests, including NC forests.
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Opinion: Chemours donations raise questions about Senate candidate Michael Whatley
Despite all the harm they’ve done to our communities with their toxic forever chemicals, Michael Whatley took thousands of dollars from the Chemours Company PAC — unlike Roy Cooper, who hasn’t taken a dime from them.
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Anita Earls vs. Sarah Stevens: Why the North Carolina Supreme Court Race Matters
The outcome of the race between Democrat Anita Earls and Republican Sarah Stevens could have ripple effects for North Carolina over the next decade and beyond.
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How North Carolina’s electric co-ops are using batteries to keep costs down and the power on
North Carolina’s electric co-ops are turning to battery storage to cut costs and keep the power on, even as data centers strain the grid and push Duke Energy’s rates higher.
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9 ways to get into microvolunteering in North Carolina
Take part in microvolunteering opportunities throughout North Carolina that give back to the community and fit into busy schedules.
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Researchers reflect on new NC air quality monitoring system
After more than a year of activity, a new North Carolina air quality monitoring tool has helped community members gather crucial information about environmental health.
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Trump pardons Western NC man who sold 14,000 illegal emissions devices
Matthew Sidney Geouge, now 39, pleaded guilty in 2021 to conspiracy, violating the Clean Air Act and tax evasion. He was one of six Trump pardons announced on July 3.
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Saving homes or beaches? Potential NC seawall ban raises rough questions
A new report says placing hardened structures along the N.C. oceanfront could help with chronic erosion woes. But they come with plenty of risk.
