Yadkin Riverkeeper
Yadkin Riverkeeper Organization Appoints New Executive Director, Riverkeeper
Yadkin Riverkeeper has hired a new executive director and a new riverkeeper. This comes as the non-profit enters its second decade protecting the health of the Yadkin River.
Hurricane Prompts Concerns Over Agriculture Runoff From Poultry Waste
Environmentalists are urging people to stay off the Yadkin River now, and in the days following Hurricane Florence because of tree debris and high water.
Duke Energy To Clean Up Coal Ash At Buck Steam Station
Environmental groups hope a recent legal victory against Duke Energy will encourage faster removal of coal ash at dump sites across the state. The company will soon begin cleaning up millions of to
Poultry Industry Issues New Standards Targeting Distance Between Homes and Farms
The poultry industry in North Carolina is increasing the distance between chicken farms and residents as the industry continues to grow.
New Yadkin Riverkeeper Sets Sights On Goals For 2015
Yadkin Riverkeeper enters 2015 emboldened by an expansion in its leadership team.
Tour de Yadkin Runs Through June 28
The Yadkin Riverkeeper's Tour de Yadkin is in full swing and there's still time to sign up for a trip on the water.
Exploring the Yadkin River
Today, a portion of the Yadkin River will be full of paddlers. They're part of the Paddle-a-thon fundraiser for Yadkin Riverkeeper.
Tour de Yadkin Draws Hundreds of Outdoor Enthusiasts
The Yadkin River is full of kayaks and canoes this month. That's because the fourth annual Tour de Yadkin is underway.
Preventing Medicines From Ending Up in NC Waterways
The Yadkin Riverkeeper is partnering with some Triad police departments to help residents properly dispose of their unwanted medications.