It may be called Kentucky bluegrass, but the plant itself did not originate from the commonwealth — but the music did.

In a new study, researchers used more than 5 million measurements from individual trees across much of eastern North America and showed the rate at which introduced species are spreading has increased ...

This mountain town, nicknamed the Gem Capital of the World, offers stunning landscapes, rich history, and outdoor adventure.

Disappearing salamander tails and invisible Venus flytraps? Hidden NC ID details, plus information on REAL ID requirements and more.

The first Cup race in 1965. The last in 2004. The racetrack’s construction, abandonment and resurrection. Relive Rockingham’s ...

With its native grasses, wildflowers, and vibrant wildlife — including bees, butterflies, and migratory shorebirds — it highlights how nature can thrive in an urban setting. "Native plants are ...

Beyond the vegetable beds is a planting area of native shrubs and grasses to provide additional habitat and permeable surface to collect rainwater. The rest of the small backyard holds a raised ...

“Born and raised, and proud of it.” Sampson, born in Laurinburg but raised in Pembroke, is a member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, which has been advocating for federal recognition as Native ...

BURLINGTON — On March 23, 2025, Burlington native Roger H. Nardelli passed peacefully at home in his sleep with family attending. Roger was part of the first class to graduate from Williams High ...

Echinacea may reseed and produce young plants that usually wait to bloom till their second year. Native plants have naturally evolved in a specific region over thousands of years. They are ...

Purple needlegrass is a popular native grass for small gardens or open meadows, but its long prickly awns can be a nuisance to pets. The California Poppy isn’t the only botanical symbol of the ...