Environment
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Hurricane Helene floods North Carolina mountains and creates risk of dam failure
Days of torrential rains in North Carolina culminating with tropical downpours from what was Hurricane Helene have officials keeping a close eye on a major dam. Also, the two main interstates in the mountains are closed and flooding is everywhere.
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Endangered species in NC: What they are and how to help
Learn about five species you may not know are endangered in North Carolina
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10 birds migrating through North Carolina this fall
Every corner of North Carolina can see migrating birds in the fall, and we’ve gathered 10 you don’t want to miss.
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Check out the cleanest beaches in North Carolina
If you’re searching for the cleanest beaches in North Carolina, there are plenty of coastal gems worth exploring.
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Biden’s efforts to remove ‘forever chemicals’ offer clear contrast to Trump’s record
The Environmental Protection Agency under President Biden has implemented a plan to rid the nation’s water supply of dangerous PFAS. Under Trump, the EPA deferred to the industries responsible for the contamination.
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Biden’s EPA announces rules to slash coal pollution, speed up clean energy projects
The new rules would reduce pollution and lead to significant public health benefits, including reductions in premature deaths, asthma cases, and emergency room visits, the EPA said.
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How to apply for a job in the American Climate Corps
Those who enroll in the American Climate Corps will learn how to install solar panels, restore coastal wetlands, retrofit homes to be more energy-efficient, fight wildfires, and more.
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Your 2024 guide to hummingbird season in North Carolina
It’s hummingbird season in North Carolina. Here are all the dos and don’ts you need to know about hummingbird season in NC.
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Reduce, reuse, refill: Your guide to NC’s zero-waste ‘refilleries’
If you feel lied to about what happened to your “recycled” plastic (it wasn’t actually being recycled), refilleries are the answer. Here’s how to use them in NC.
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5 gardening mistakes that could be killing your plants
It’s that time of year to get back in the garden or start one for the first time. Here are the gardening mistakes to avoid to ensure you see the growth you’re going for.
