This story was originally published by Sentient. In Duplin County, North Carolina, there is a pollutant that hangs in the air, the water and the soil. It ...

Although home to dozens of species, firefly numbers in NC are declining due to factors including loss of habitat and light ...

The raccoon has long held our fascination, admiration, and even our disdain. Perhaps no other animal has been as associated ...

Food and music festivals are not uncommon, but what about bears, aliens, moonshine or Bigfoot? Here's where to find unique ...

there is no shortage of festivals in North Carolina during the summer. However, some festivals exalt food, animals or culture that makes a region unique. From bears to aliens, hot sauce to kites ...

Kare Starnes has combined her interests in botany and environmental science to create a vibrant ecosystem in her backyard with ponds, animals, and more than 1,100 types of daylillies. On June 13-14, ...

North Carolina’s alligator population can’t hold a candle to those found in Florida and Louisiana, but there are enough ...

If you want more from your beach vacation than just swimming and lounging in the sun, these North Carolina beaches offer a ...

WorldAtlas writers included Boone, Bryson City and more on a list of the "coolest" NC towns for a 2025 summer vacation.

Among the bills introduced in the Capitol in May are penalties for false emotional support or service animals and a package ...

Why are fans filling up stadiums nationwide to see the Savannah Bananas? Here's everything you need to know about the popular baseball team.