In this episode of Carolina Newsmakers, Commissioner of Agriculture Steve Troxler highlights the upcoming North Carolina State Fair, emphasizing its importance in showcasing the state's agricultural heritage and supporting local farmers. He also discusses new attractions and improvements at the fair, alongside the ongoing challenges farmers face, including recovery from Hurricane Helene.

This week on Carolina Newsmakers, host Don Curtis talks with Mike Olender, state director of AARP North Carolina. They discuss the challenges facing older adults in North Carolina, from the rising cost of prescription drugs to housing and long-term care needs. Olender also shares insights on retirement security, fraud prevention and how communities across the state are working to become more age-friendly

This week on Carolina Newsmakers, host Don Curtis talks with Bob Phillips about the shifting landscape of democracy and governance in North Carolina and beyond. They explore the latest redistricting developments in other states and how court battles over fair representation could shape the national map. The conversation also turns to the political climate following the Charlie Kirk assassination and how leaders, citizens and nonpartisan groups can begin to restore trust and civility in public discourse.