Senior Legislative correspondent Kelly McCullen talks with Governor Pat McCrory about the issues of importance to NC.

Lawmakers hear a report on NC's unemployment insurance program. State officials & individuals prepare for hurricanes. What researchers are learning from studying storms. And tips to help keep your family safe from other dangers at home.

Western Carolina University celebrates its 125th, while the WCU Sim Lab is gaining renown for its healthcare education program. Telepsychiatry is also gaining popularity in NC for its long-range ability to provide medical aid. And Ran Coble talks with us about the work & mission of the NC Ctr. For Public Policy Research, as he prepares to retire from its helm.

We sit down with democratic congressional candidate Clay Aiken. Charlotte area neighborhoods are seeing an increase in the coyote population. The NC Zoo has expanded its polar bear exhibit. And Tar Heel Traveler Scott Mason tags along on a sea turtle rescue.

Dr. Brenda Cleary is running for the 13th Congressional District. The Wicked Chicken Auction sells chickens & barnyard birds to hobbyists & breeders. An Alamance County dairy farmer is working to preserve his business. And Bright Leaf Hot Dogs are among the Top 20 brands in the US.

US Senator Kay Hagan & NC Speaker of the House Thom Tillis face off in a candidates debate. Sean Haugh talks about his platform in the US Senate race. And a Marine veteran's small business is facing tough times despite national recognition.

Children learn to play in an orchestra with the Instrument Zoo. Ben Owen III & Lee Abbot talk about an annual exhibition at the Mint Museum. "Cotton" Ketchie is an artist in many mediums. And we visit the NC Music Hall of Fame.

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.

We look at school bus safety programs & practices. We tour East Carolina University. And we sit in on a session of the ECU Summer Guitar Festival.

North Carolina is part of the Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN). Dr. Joe Zublena talks about other projects underway at NC Cooperative Extension. RDU is part of the TSA's new Pre-Check Program. And the Exploring NC team visits Fort Bragg.