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shows two images, one where the sky is clear and another where the visibility is greatly limited by Smoke from wildfires burning in Ontario during mid-July, which contributed to poor air quality days.

Environmental Health

Smoke outside, safer air inside? What NC residents need to know

by Will Atwater August 3, 2026August 6, 2026

Two men in laboratory scrubs conduct research.

‘Peering into the black box of nutrition’: Study tracks diets

by Coastal Review Online August 2, 2026July 31, 2026

Squash displaye on a Carrboro Farmers Market table with a neon green sign that says "Ugly Duckling $2.00/lb. 'Our beauty is within'." The drought this year has had a negative impact on farmers' produce,having an impact on their bottom line and making it more challenging for hunger relief organizations, many in food deserts.

Environmental Health

North Carolina’s drought hammers farmers, worsens food insecurity

by Diana Lopez July 30, 2026July 30, 2026

People gather on a beach as an instructor shows children a small coastal creature during an outdoor educational activity.

State Health Policy

State budget eliminates Office of Environmental Education

by Coastal Review Online July 25, 2026July 23, 2026

Alt text: Collage of photos from Wake County schools showing SHARE food recovery carts and fridges stocked with fruit and packaged snacks, students choosing items, and staff overseeing the program to reduce food waste and feed hungry students.

Environmental Health

Turning school food waste into hunger relief

by Will Atwater July 22, 2026July 22, 2026

An aerial view shows a cluster of solar panels near a building, surrounded by trees,displaying fall color.

Environmental Health

A swarm of solar ‘bees’ are coming to western North Carolina community hubs

by Grist July 18, 2026July 17, 2026