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U.S. Forest Service abandons plans to recklessly log sensitive area of Nantahala National Forest after lawsuit
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — In response to a lawsuit from a coalition of conservation groups, the U.S. Forest Service announced it is scrapping plans to log an important area of North Carolina’s Nantahala National Forest near the Whitewater River. The announcement, which was...
Battling Invasive Plants in Jackson County: A Community Effort
Photo: Volunteers work to clear NNIPs along the Jackson County Greenway in Cullowhee, NC. MountainTrue's Western Regional Office is heading up an ambitious initiative to tackle the pervasive issue of nonnative invasive plants (NNIPs) in Jackson County, NC....
MountainTrue’s June 2024 E-Newsletter
June news from MountainTrue’s four regional offices in the Southern Blue Ridge. Read the blog version of our monthly e-newsletter!
Petition to Designate the First Broad River as a State Trail
The First Broad River is a gem in North Carolina, offering stunning natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and economic benefits for our community. By designating it as a State Trail, we can ensure its enhancement for future generations. Join us in urging the...
MountainTrue Advocates for Environmental Priorities During Raleigh Lobbying Trip
At the beginning of May, the MountainTrue legislative advocacy team embarked on a lobbying trip to Raleigh, marking our first visit to the NC General Assembly’s short session. This trip was instrumental in advancing our legislative agenda and fostering meaningful conversations with key lawmakers. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Representatives Dudley Greene, Jimmy Dixon, Jake Johnson, Jennifer Balkcom, Eric Ager, Ray Pickett, and Senators Warren Daniel, Kevin Corbin, Tim Moffitt, and Julie Mayfield. We also appreciate the staff of House Speaker Tim Moore and Senate President Pro Tempore Phil Burger for their valuable time and engagement.
Donovan Carpenter Wins Top 2024 Carson Conservation Scholarship Award
MountainTrue is excited to announce the 2024 winner of the Glenn F. Carson, II Memorial Conservation Scholarship: Graham County resident and Robbinsville High graduate, Donovan Carpenter. In high school, Donovan has been an honor student and an accomplished player in...
Sustainability for the French Broad River Runs Deep for Plēb Urban Winery
Asheville's River Arts District continues to thrive, drawing in tourists who eagerly explore its offerings on weekends. Amidst the buzz of activity, Plēb Urban Winery stands as a beacon, nestled in the heart of the action just off the greenway and overlooking the...
2024 Western North Carolina Conservation Priorities
Support and Protect our Mountain Waters – and the Jobs and Businesses that they Sustain Mountain rivers and streams are big business. A recent report conducted by economists at Western Carolina University found the total economic impact of the French Broad River is...
MT Raleigh Report: MountainTrue Advocates for Environmental Progress Amid North Carolina’s 2024 Legislative Session
This week marks the beginning of the 2024 session of the North Carolina General Assembly. With elections looming in the fall, many lawmakers would like to see the legislature get in and out of session as quickly as possible and avoid taking up controversial issues...
Press Release: 82% of North Carolina voters support state action to reduce single-use plastics
82% of North Carolina voters support state action to reduce single-use plastics RALEIGH, NC — In a new statewide poll of North Carolina voters, a significant majority expressed concern about the health impacts of plastics and said state lawmakers should take action to...
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