Volunteers searching North Carolina waterways for pollution found tiny plastic pellets in Lake Brandt. Advocates say the material can threaten wildlife.

WFDD's David Ford wondered how the drought conditions plaguing central North Carolina are impacting outdoor adventure companies that rely on the area's rivers for business. He found the answer for this edition of Carolina Curious.

A new riverkeeper is taking the helm in protecting the Yadkin. After spending the last two years as an assistant with the organization, Nicole Eastman is now leading Yadkin Riverkeeper’s efforts to protect the Yadkin-Pee Dee watershed.

The compromise bill emerged Thursday as one of the last major pieces of business of the legislative short session. It would bring North Carolina's hemp rules in conformity with a federal definition set to become effective in November.