Laurel Springs

Weather

Climate officials say NC had its driest June in more than 125 years

Paul Garber

Almost the entire state is considered abnormally dry or under drought conditions, according to the North Carolina Drought Management Advisory Council.
Agriculture

Better seeds hold the key to more durable trees for Christmases yet to come

Paul Garber

The future of North Carolina’s Christmas tree industry may be growing on a state-run farm in the High Country. Research is underway to genetically improve…