Farmers say they’re waiting for federal payments for conservation and climate change programs, as well as emergency loans.
Category: Environment
Can Lake Mattamuskeet Be Saved?
The largest natural lake in the state and an important national refuge for migrating birds is facing an ecological catastrophe.
An Uphill Climb for North Carolina’s Ski Resorts
As climate change raises temperatures and changes snowfall patterns, the state’s multimillion-dollar ski industry has had to adapt.
What’s the Secret Sauce Behind Ray’s Weather, Western NC’s Favorite Forecast?
How the self-taught weatherman behind Ray’s Weather knew Hurricane Helene would be a historic catastrophe.
Tourism-Dependent Hot Springs Tries to Rebuild by Spring
Damage from Hurricane Helene has put the upcoming hiking season in question for the first town on the Appalachian Trail.
The Race to Save America’s Favorite Christmas Tree
The Fraser fir is threatened by a nasty root rot. State scientists are trying to save the iconic species.
Critics Accuse Democratic Ag Candidate Sarah Taber Of Overstating Qualifications
Taber is facing a five-term incumbent with deep ties to farmers around the state.
Before Helene, ReBuild NC Had a Deficit of Over $150 Million
The state recovery agency has faced accusations of mismanagement as 1,600 people remain displaced from hurricanes Matthew and Florence.
Chimney Rock As We Know It is Gone. Long Live Chimney Rock.
Tight-knit mountain towns face hard decisions about rebuilding after Hurricane Helene.
In Meat Camp, Neighbors Fled Rising Waters, Landslides
Residents recount riding out the storm as Hurricane Helene devastated their rural mountain town of 2,300.