We continue our series on the Common Core Education Standards. We profile AB Tech Community College. And The International Civil Rights Museum in Greensboro is updating to include worldwide events.

Helping make solar energy easy & affordable for home consumers in our state. Eight veterans have developed a project to create jobs while helping servicemen. And one Regulator Boat is a prime example of its maker's craftsmanship.

A study by Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center found a potential link between salt intake & childhood obesity. The NE Regional Biotech School offers students a unique opportunity. And Native American potter Senora Lynch preserves her tribal heritage through art.

How the town of Englehard is working to overcome health care challenges. A look at how some bills at the Legislature may impact NC communities. And Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler talks about the many aspects & impacts of farming in our state.

Beaufort County Community College has the largest service area of ALL the 58 community colleges in our state. To drive from Ocracoke at one end of this community, to the campus in Little Washington, is over 4-hours! It's not an easy task to bring education and job training to this region. That's where Rick Sullivan picks up the story.

How the Tar Heel State is becoming a national leader in the biofuel industry. The Willingham Theatre brings a state-of-the-art experience to theatre-goers in Yadkin County. And Anita Earls talks about the work & mission of the Southern Coalition for Social Justice.

How the Common Core Education Standards teach students to be better critical thinkers. A look back at the history of our state's signature food - barbecue. And Emil Kang gives a preview of the exciting events taking the stage during the Carolina Performing Arts Season.

LIVE coverage of Governor Pat McCrory's State of the State Address and Democratic Party reaction from Representative Larry Hall.

We continue our series on NC's community colleges with Carteret Community College. The Sanitary Fish Market celebrates its 75th anniversary. And author & entrepreneur Ping Fu talks about her new book.

Gibsonville's ParkLiner Trailer is gaining worldwide attention for its products. The Raleigh Downtown Rotary is marking its 100th anniversary. David Jones has made neighborhood fitness his mission. And Durham Mayor William Bell talks about the state of things in the Bull City.