N.C. State Student Researcher Kenneth Geisert discusses why the tile-horned Prionus beetle larva is a major threat to blueberry crops across NC

NCDMV Communications Manager Marty Homan on the DMV Wait Times

If you've ever planned a trip to the DMV, you've probably heard the phrase "pack your patience." But the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles says drivers may not need quite as much patience these days, as wait times continue to improve at licensing offices across the state. Marty Homan joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss what's behind the shorter waits and the steps the agency is taking to improve customer service.

Executive Director of WakeEd Partnership Keith Poston on the New School Year

While summer is in full swing, the new school year is just around the corner. To help teachers prepare their classrooms, a seven-week school supply drive has kicked off in Wake County, collecting essential items for students and educators ahead of the first day of school. Keith Poston, Chair of the WakeEd Partnership, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss this year's school supply drive and how the community can help support local classrooms.Executive Director of WakeEd Partnership

New Book By Andrew Dunn Looks at Legacy of Pat McCrory

In 2012, Pat McCrory became the first Republican elected governor of North Carolina in 24 years. During his term, the state's political landscape shifted dramatically as Donald Trump rose to national prominence, while McCrory's re-election campaign unfolded in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew. Andrew Dunn has chronicled McCrory's tenure and legacy in his new book, The Change Agent. Dunn joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the book and McCrory's place in North Carolina political history.

Orange County Emergency Services Director Kirby Saunders on Hurricane Chantal's Fallout

It’s been one year since Tropical Depression Chantal brought devastating flooding to Orange County. After the storm, FEMA pledged more than $11 million to support recovery efforts across the state, but Orange County officials say those funds have yet to arrive. Kirby Saunders joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the status of recovery efforts and the challenges the county continues to face a year later.

Chief meteorologist for Spectrum News One Gary Stephenson discusses the holiday weekend that set heat records across North Carolina

Temperatures surpassed 100-degrees several times in central North Carolina during the holiday weekend. Meanwhile, drought conditions continue as North Carolina will need over a foot of rain to catch up on the deficit. Gary Stephenson, Chief Meteorologist for Spectrum News One, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the record-setting heat that closed June and started July.