Governor Cooper encourages North Carolinians to be prepared for potential high winds and flooding NC Governor Roy Cooper reminds North Carolinians to make sure their families are prepared for the severe weather threatening a large […]
The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Commission will hold a public meeting to review and approve research pilot program applications. The meeting will be conducted via conference call and is open to the public. Join the […]
Biologists at the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission are reminding North Carolinians that if they find a bear den to leave it alone. Black bears are very resourceful in finding places to shelter late December through […]
The North Carolina Bird Atlas looks to harness the power of birdwatchers to advance avian research and conservation A group of government agencies, universities and nonprofit organizations will launch the first-ever NC Bird Atlas survey […]
Water is the most vital resource for life on Earth; no living thing exists without it. H20 Today, a new exhibition at Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, examines the diversity and challenges of global […]
As North Carolina’s numbers continue to show improvement and vaccine distribution increases, the Governor announced today that the state will carefully ease some of its COVID-19 restrictions. Executive Order No. 195 will take effect February […]
Get on the PATH to health and wellbeing at NC Parks, Museums, and Historic Sites The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources is launching a new online campaign to encourage North Carolinians to […]
Juniper Level Botanic Garden, a $7.5 million gift to North Carolina State University, will open eight weekends during 2021 for public viewing, plant purchases, and free advice from the experts. There is no admission fee. […]
Governor Roy Cooper has ordered all United States and North Carolina flags at state facilities to be lowered to half-staff beginning February 22, 2021 until sunset on February 26, 2021 in remembrance of those who […]
Exporting Supports 400,000 Jobs Across the State On February 10, 2021, Governor Roy Cooper announced 13 winners of the 2020 Governor’s Export Awards, ranging from a small wooden-boat builder in southeast North Carolina to one […]
New business services center in Wake County will support biopharma company Gilead Sciences, Inc., a leading biopharmaceutical company developing innovative medicines, has selected North Carolina’s Research Triangle region as the location for a major business […]
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has obligated $103 million to the State of North Carolina for costs for the COVID-19 vaccine mission. The award provides expedited federal funding to reimburse 100% of costs related […]
US Fish and Wildlife Service Must Resume Release of Captive Wolves into Wild The US District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina ruled (read PDF) in a case brought by the Southern Environmental […]
The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Commission will hold a public meeting to review and approve research pilot program applications. An update will also be provided regarding the USDA Final Rule for the Establishment of a […]
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission revealed the winner of the 2020 Wildlife in North Carolina Photo Competition last week. The winning image is a portrait shot of a common grackle, a blackbird native to […]
The Franklin County Writers’ Guild will be accepting submissions for its annual Carolina Prize Writing Contest beginning January 15, 2021, and ending March 15, 2021. The Carolina Prize Writing Contest is open to writers of any […]
Art & The Bloom Floral Design Exhibition Inspired by Art Leading floral designers in North and South Carolina will showcase their floral creations inspired by fine art, January 7-10, 2021. The four-day Art & The […]
Cultural Arts LIVE Conference will feature virtual learning on art, music, writing, dance and more All North Carolina teachers and their classes are invited to attend a free two-day online immersive experience for North Carolina educators […]
The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Commission will hold a public meeting so its members members can review and approve research pilot program applications. The meeting will be conducted via conference call and is open to […]
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission has unveiled a new online reporting tool for people to report sightings of feral swine or their damage. Feral swine, also called wild boar and feral hogs, are an invasive […]
Belk is giving its customers an exciting, new way to celebrate the spookiest day of the year! While many traditional Halloween activities are limited due to the ongoing pandemic, Belk is offering its customers a […]
By Rhiannon Fionn-Bowman and Kay Whatley While many voters already have their voting plan set, they may still have questions. Here is information for North Carolina voters to assist in finding answers, including who to […]
Governor & Health Officials urge North Carolinians to Recommit to Prevention Efforts North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced on October 21, 2020 that North Carolina will remain paused in Phase 3 for three more weeks […]
The North Carolina Industrial Hemp Commission will hold a public meeting so its members members can review and approve research pilot program applications. The meeting will be conducted via “conference call” and is open to […]
With fall temperatures falling, bear activity is increasing, and biologists with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission are reminding people to protect themselves and bears by following the six BearWise® Basics to reduce potential conflicts. Bears’ […]
Application period runs Oct. 1-22, 2020 Beginning October 1, 2020, farmers markets operators and local food hubs can apply for assistance through the COVID-19 Emergency Aid for Farmers Market Operators and Local Food Hubs program. […]
Safety precautions set for large outdoor and some indoor venues North Carolina will ease cautiously some restrictions while continuing safety measures to combat the spread of COVID-19 as the state’s metrics remained stable in September, […]
Although the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre remains closed and in-person events suspended due to COVID-19, the center continues to offer online visual and performing arts experiences you can enjoy from the comfort of your […]
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