Science
“Calpurnia Tate”: a girl comes of age in Texas
March 7, 2014Jacqueline Kelly's engrossing young adult novel set on on a Texas cotton and pecan farm with 338 pages that seemingly turn themselves, is a coming of age tale with vast relevance for today's readers.
Read moreReport shows strong public support for Endangered Species Act
February 21, 2014The report was based on a poll which found that two out of three U.S. citizens want the Endangered Species Act either strengthened or simply left alone, but not circumvented or weakened.
Read moreToday in labor history: Atheists and religious alike celebrate “Darwin Day”
February 12, 2014People worldwide are celebrating Darwin's life.
Read moreMajor Duke Energy ash spill turns Dan River gray
February 5, 2014Duke Energy and local officials assure residents that the water is fine. End of subject. But the crisis isn't over.
Read moreUtility workers ask W. Va. officials to strictly regulate area water firm
January 29, 2014The Utility Workers, who represent West Virginia American Water workers, want officials to strictly regulate the water firm and keep a beady eye on its staffing levels.
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