Story by Eliza Benbow Cover Photo by Danielle Hart RALEIGH, N.C. — Tyler Jones’ hands…
Classrooms in Crisis: The State of North Carolina’s Education System
Though media coverage of the issue has lessened since the height of the pandemic, North Carolina educators say the teacher crisis has deepened. The shortage leads to larger class sizes, increased teacher burnout and fewer individualized learning opportunities, which ultimately affect student outcomes and the quality of education they receive.
Flying hope: How an international disaster relief organization turned to its hometown after Helene
Story by Audrey Kashatus Cover Photo by Bethany Pryor BOONE, N.C. – Bev Kauffeldt was…
Imperfect political parties drive youth voters to register unaffiliated
Story by Mila Mascenik Graphic by W.H. Hayes For Raleigh resident Mia Babson, there is…
A closed rural hospital and a last-ditch solution
Story by Sydney Brainard Photos by Joe Macia Williamston, North Carolina – A tattered sign…
Return to normalcy: Local Boone businesses welcome visitors back this winter season
Story by Annie Ham Photos by Sophie Watson BOONE, N.C. – Western North Carolina is…
Ukrainian refugee finds her footing in Wake County, NC
Story by Sarah Monoson The air conditioning unit outside the bedroom window clicked on. It…
Innovative UNC program uses students to fill health care gaps
Story by Maya Hagan Photo courtesy of Joseph Macia The consequences of improper health care…
Dog Eat Dog: The cutthroat Midwest breeding ring behind North Carolina pet stores
Story by Brooke Elliott Photos courtesy of Animal Rescue Corps Business is booming for North…
‘Modern Masterpieces’ exhibit brings world-class art to Salisbury
Story by Emily Chambliss Photos by Madeline Nguyen On a cold December morning in downtown…