30 NC counties are under alert, including Cumberland, Harnett, Moore, Chatham, and Sampson counties.

It's that time of year when your child will be taking end-of-grade tests or EOGs. What are EOGs and how can you help them be better prepared?

End-of-grade tests: Everything you need to know about these annual exams

Student testing 

As the number of juvenile offenders climbs, the state is looking at alternatives crowded detention centers to make sure young people already convicted of crimes can turn their lives around. 

Education, skills and rehab focus easing burden on NC juvenile justice system

Inside the juvenile justice system

I took this photo in my neighbor's rural garden in Chatham County. She knows I am a photographer and called to let me know her sunflowers were ready for me to capture with my camera. Sunflowers are so intricate, and for years have reminded me of VIncent Van Gogh, and now they also represent the courage of the Ukranian people.


Sunflower 1