Biogen invests in RTP manufacturing: Biogen plans to invest an additional $2 billion in its Research Triangle Park facilities, boosting antisense oligonucleotide capacity and modernizing factories with AI-driven automation — find out what this means for its clinical pipeline.
Reefs boosting marine life: The NC Division of Marine Fisheries and Coastal Federation have sunk the former fishing vessel Capt. Greg MicKey alongside reef balls, concrete piping and new oyster reefs to curb erosion and spark thriving habitats off the coast — find out how.
Flood maps miss hazards: A UNC study released this week reveals that 43% of North Carolina buildings that flooded over the past two decades lie outside FEMA’s mapped zones, exposing insurance shortfalls and pressing for improved risk data — find out what it means for homeowners.
Blue Ridge Parkway reopens 12 miles: Officials have opened the corridor between Blowing Rock and Linville Falls on July 21 after Hurricane Helene landslides, marking the first phase of the Parkway’s multi-stage recovery—even as spur roads and visitor areas stay closed — check out current road status.
Sea turtle hatchling season starts: Hatchlings have begun emerging at Cape Lookout, Holden Beach and Topsail Island, with dozens of loggerheads scrambling to the surf as beach closures protect their path — learn what you need to know.
Other North Carolina headlines this week
- Volleyball team secures AVCA academic award
- Guidelight expands mental healthcare in Charlotte’s SouthPark
- Seal every gap to keep cockroaches out
- Quaint North Carolina town offers mountain getaway
- N.C. teacher won $1 million for surgery
- NCDOT eyes battery backup for traffic signals
