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What's on people's minds in rural America? A new poll shows that the addiction crisis and economic issues have people worried. But many retain an upbeat outlook about the future of their communities.
Too Little, Too Much: How Poverty and Wealth Affect Our Minds
We all know the downsides of being poor. But what about the downsides of being rich? This week, we explore the psychology of scarcity...and excess.
New Food Bank CEO Looks At Big Picture Of Hunger In The Region
The area's largest hunger relief agency has a new leader. Eric Aft took over as CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina in July.
31 Percent Of U.S. Households Have Trouble Paying Energy Bills
A report released Wednesday by the Energy Information Administration announced that African Americans, Hispanics and people with children were most impacted.
Which Foreign Aid Programs Work? The U.S. Runs A Test — But Won't Talk About It
USAID has launched a series of experiments to see how traditional aid compares to giving people cash. The first results are in. And they're proving controversial.
When Hurricanes Strike, The Poor Often Get Hit Hardest
On Tuesday, Gov. Roy Cooper described Hurricane Florence as an extremely dangerous, life-threatening hurricane, and he urged those directly in the storm's path to evacuate.
Why Hospitals Are Getting Into The Real Estate Business
These days hospitals are looking for ways to improve health in their communities to prevent illness and control costs. One hospital in Ohio decided that health might start with affordable housing.
Advocates Say Greensboro's New Panhandling Ordinances Are Still Problematic
Advocates for the homeless say the latest panhandling ordinances passed by the Greensboro City Council are still unconstitutional.
Greensboro Inspectors Condemn Apartment Complex Where Refugee Children Died
The City of Greensboro is condemning the apartment complex where five children died in a fire earlier this year after finding hundreds of code violations had still not been resolved.