An emerald mine in the foothills of North Carolina was the scene of an old fashioned jewel heist over the weekend, and the thieves made off with an estimated $100,000 in rare precious gems and gold ...

It’s a way to learn about North Carolina’s mining past while taking an adventure inside the Bon Ami Mine at night, if you dare.The historical mine is open for select nights during the months of ...

The North Carolina Forest Service says an invasive beetle that destroys ash trees continues to spread across the state. The agency said it recently found the emerald ash borer in five more counties in ...

Officials say the NC Wildlife Resources Commission has recommended that the town attempt to remove 40 to 50 deer from the ...