The UNC Coastal Studies Institute looks into the impact melting glaciers impact the oceans. The Cape Fear River Watch works to protect & preserve fish in the river. Plus Tara Romano talks about the work of NC Women United as we mark Women's History Month.

We tour the UNC Health Care System. Plus we learn about UNC's new MOOC online learning program. And Dr. Suzanne Ortega talks about the university & community college systems' new Articulation Agreement.

Officials look into ways to help our state's unemployed workers find jobs. We sit in on a middle school math class to see the Common Core Standards in action. And the 2014 Weather Channel Weather Therapy Dog Butler & his human partner Amy McCullough share their work aiding victims of natural disasters.

We head to Buncombe County to learn how fresh, healthy, locally-grown food , unique restaurants, & environmentally-conscious eateries help make Asheville a "foodtopia." Plus we tag along on a special tour combining comedy and area history.

The HandyCapable Network provides job skills while supplying computers to needy families. Annabeth Barnes is an inspiring young woman with an unusual career. And author Jay Leutze talks about his new book.

NCSU's Textile Testing Lab studies fabrics for a variety of criteria. Meanwhile, Opportunity Threads is giving immigrants jobs while bringing the textile industry back to NC. And Barry Porter talks about the work of the Triangle Region American Red Cross.

State lawmakers review options for teacher pay. We profile the NC Arboretum. And Dr. Curtis Charles talks about the Cybersecurity Academy at FSU's Ctr. for Defense & Homeland Security.

State legislators learn about a new federal plan to prepare for offshore drilling. A Charlotte exhibit showcases groundbreaking inventions. And author Philip Gerard talks about his new book.

Kelly McCullen talks with Larry Larson of Larry's Beans, checks out a "coffee cupping" where customers sample the products in a manner similar to a wine tasting, attends a barista throwdown to see some amazing coffee art, meets barista Andrew Brash, & takes in a "pour over" demonstration as he learns how NC is brewing up big business with coffee.

Doctors re-examine the role of statins in preventing heart attacks & strokes. A look back at baseball history & a major milestone in the sport. And author Lee Craig talks about his new book.