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Starting this tax season, North Carolina residents can donate part of their refund to save endangered wildlife with a single checkbox. Every $100 donated gets matched with $186 in federal grants, nearly tripling the conservation impact.
A local wildlife rehabilitator is teaching people how to help injured animals without making things worse. The free workshop could save countless wild creatures and prevent injuries to well-meaning rescuers.
Western North Carolina just got the largest federal-state forest partnership in U.S. history to recover from Hurricane Helene's devastating damage. The 10-year, $290 million agreement will clear debris, repair trails, and restore wildlife habitats while creating jobs across the region.
The U.S. Forest Service just signed its largest partnership ever to heal western North Carolina's forests after Hurricane Helene. Over the next decade, $290 million will repair damaged wilderness, restore wildlife habitats, and reopen beloved outdoor spaces that bring billions to local communities.
The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro just earned the title of world's largest natural habitat zoo, giving 1,700 animals room to roam across sprawling, nature-inspired exhibits. Visitors can meet over 250 species living in spaces that mirror their wild homes.
Since the late 1970s, thousands of volunteers have quietly transformed North Carolina's largest zoo into a conservation powerhouse. They've now logged over one million hours of service, a milestone four decades in the making.
After Hurricane Helene decimated populations of the rare hellbender salamander, the town of Boone, North Carolina united across party lines to demand federal protection for their cherished 2-foot amphibian neighbor. It's a story of community love for a creature that's become as much a part of Appalachian identity as the mountains themselves.
When Heather Cooper found a brain-injured raccoon hit by a car, she didn't turn away. Instead, she built Snug Harbor Wildlife Rescue in Chapin, filling a crucial gap as South Carolina's growing population puts more wildlife at risk.
After losing 98% of its rivercane to development, Western North Carolina is bringing back the native bamboo that once prevented flooding. Hurricane Helene has sparked renewed interest in this natural solution.
Two teams of young athletes have earned their shot at glory after thrilling semifinal victories at the Little League Softball World Series. Kentucky and North Carolina will battle for the championship Sunday in what promises to be an unforgettable showdown.
North Carolina is pouring $16.3 million into upgrading freight rail infrastructure across 12 railroads and a major port. When matched with private funds, the total investment reaches $41.5 million to strengthen the state's economic backbone.
A team of young athletes from Clayton, North Carolina rallied together after their teammate's first-inning injury to win the 2026 Little League Softball World Series with a dominant 2-0 shutout victory. Pitcher Anna-Lynn Clark threw a complete game masterpiece while her squad showed heart both on and off the field.
After wildfires scorched North Wales countryside, workers at an aerospace company stepped up to help nature heal. Their £300 donation supports habitat restoration and wildlife protection across the damaged region.
North Carolina just earned the #1 spot for economic development in America, marking the third time in six years the state has claimed the top honor. Record job commitments and billions in new investments are creating opportunities across the entire state.
Environmental advocates are pushing back against a surprising pause on North Carolina's solar energy expansion, arguing these projects are essential for reliable, affordable power. The legal challenge could restore momentum to the state's clean energy progress.
North Carolina just released a detailed plan to slash greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030, with most of the projects already funded. The comprehensive strategy covers everything from clean energy to electric vehicles, promising cleaner air and lower energy costs for families. #
Amazon just committed billions to bring 1,000 advanced manufacturing jobs to North Carolina through a partnership with fiber optics leader Corning. The deal strengthens American manufacturing while powering the data centers that keep hospitals, emergency services, and businesses running nationwide.
After Hurricane Helene devastated rural North Carolina, isolated communities turned to their fire stations for survival. Now those same stations are getting solar microgrids to stay powered when the next storm hits.
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein unveiled a plan to give teachers the highest starting pay in the Southeast with a 13% raise for new educators. The $397 million investment aims to recruit and keep talented teachers across the state.
A North Carolina aquarium is rallying students of all ages to kick off the school year by protecting ocean ecosystems. The free beach cleanup provides all supplies and prizes for the most spirited participants.
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