An in-depth look at the NC Senate 2014 Budget Plan. A visit to the City of Medicine Academy - a unique high school - in Durham. And a tour of the Streamliners at Spencer Shops special event at the NC Transportation Museum.

Researchers look into just how important diet & exercise are to our health. Scientists are developing miniature organs to help drug therapies work better & faster. And a new type of medical implant is being created - one that dissolves away when its work in the body is done.

Niche market farmers are bolstering the agriculture industry in NC. The Hub Farm teaches DPS students how to grow, harvest, prepare, & eat healthy foods. Plus author Drew Perry talks about his new book.

We remember the life & legacy of Maya Angelou. Researchers use drones to create a photo record for ecological monitoring. And Brian Maness talks about the work of the Children's Home Society of NC as we mark National Foster Care Month.

How families, caregivers, & state leaders are working to overcome issues in providing mental health care. Mebane Rash of the NC Ctr for Public Policy Research talks about the implementation & impact of telepsychiatry as a treatment tool. Plus we go behind the scenes of the radio drama Jade City Pharoah.

We're celebrating all things barbecue! Eastern-style, Lexington style, ribs, hush puppies, cole slaw and more we're tasting our way across the state - and the country - with a barbecue feast of epic proportions guided by our own Bob Garner.

The Butterfly Project uses art to help teach tolerance & human understanding. The All Star Orchestra brings classical music to a national audience - while the North Carolina Symphony, under the baton of Maestro William Henry Curry, brings the music to NC residents with their annual Summerfest Concert Series. And author Wiley Cash talks about his new book.

How Pinehurst is preparing to host - & house - the 2014 US Open. UNC President Tom Ross talks about a new program offering in-state tuition to veterans. And Lt. Col. Leland Suttee talks about the upcoming Wounded Warriors Hiring Conference.

Researchers explore the possibility of repairing damaged & torn muscles through self-regeneration. The psychological & physical effects of rain & flooding on residents & businesses. Plus, Michael Sprayberry of the Dept. of Public Safety discusses various emergency preparations & responses.

Apex's Moon & Lola jewelry is crafting big business with its jewelry lines. The Microsoft IT Academy is providing high tech job training to high school students. And NC Community College System President Dr. Scott Ralls talks about potential impacts of the state budget.