Scientists are studying how biology & chemistry help brewers tap into the perfect beer. Future Farmers of America is futurizing its approach to agriculture. And Jill Staton Bullard tells us how the Interfaith Food Shuttle works to combat hunger in NC.

Duke University Professor Donald Taylor talks about the Affordable Care Act & its implementation in NC. Elkin establishes the Overmountain Victory Trail. The Cradle of Forestry preserves our state's forestry education program.

Efforts are underway to replace the Bonner Bridge in Dare County. Sanctuary Vineyards offers visitors a unique wine tasting opportunity. Deanna Mitchell talks about the history & heritage of our State Capitol Building.

We mark American Graduate Day with a look at some of the challenges faced - & solutions created - by teachers in our state's classrooms. US Rep. GK Butterfield talks about education legislation. Former Gov. Jim Hunt speaks on the importance of investing in education in NC. And we visit an inclusive hotel catering to man's best friend.

We continue our series on NC 's community colleges with Rockingham Community College. Dr. Nido Qubein talks about the programs & projects underway at High Point University. And New Bern residents & US Rep. GK Butterfield reflect on the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington.

Scientists are extracting nutrients from fruit & infusing them into other healthy snack products. Piedmont Distillers is brewing up sweet success with its moonshine. And a visit to the Sanctuary Vineyards.

Callahan's gift shop is drawing tourists & business to Calabash. Joy Salyers & Greg Bell preview this weekend's Folklife Festival. And author Allan Gurganus talks about his new book.

The NC Forestry Service manages a self-supporting tree nursery that sells 15 million trees a year. The Farm to School program works with farmers across the state to provide healthy, locally-produced school lunch options. And the Alexander Youth Network marks a milestone in children's mental health care.

The McColl Center allows art lovers the chance to interact with working artists. Maestro Gerard Schwarz previews his new PBS series The All-Star Orchestra. Maestro Grant Llewellyn previews the new season of the North Carolina Symphony. And BugFest is drawing national attention to Raleigh.

We continue our series on NC 's community colleges with College of the Albemarle. Plus we look at the popularity of charter schools in NC. And a conversation about the Common Core standards with NC DPI Supt. Dr. June Atkinson.