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Sep 2, 2011

YOU DECIDE: What should I tell new economics students?

What should we know about economics? Mike Walden hits the high points of a semester's worth of information. 

Sep 2, 2011

Automatic pilot programs

What does it mean when people say that some federal programs' budgets are difficult to adjust because they're on automatic pilot? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden explains. 

Sep 1, 2011

Adjusting Social Security

Social Security has come up in discussions about the federal debt, and there are several proposals to make changes. What are these proposed changes? And are they needed? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden responds. 

Aug 31, 2011

Rising to the Top

The FBNS department, formerly known as Food Science, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. And it is fitting that the modernized dairy unit is the newest milestone in the department’s history – because it all started with a creamery. 

Aug 31, 2011

From owning to renting

One piece of the residential housing market that appears to be doing well is renting. Has there been a shift away from owning homes to renting them? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden weighs in. 

Aug 30, 2011

Seek help with financial difficulties following Hurricane Irene

There are sources of assistance for families dealing with costly storm damage to their homes. Know where to look for help and know your rights should you find yourself faced with home foreclosure in the aftermath of the storm. 

Aug 30, 2011

Produce grown in flooded gardens poses food safety risks

Produce grown in gardens that were submerged by floodwaters during or after Hurricane Irene can pose a health risk. A new food safety info sheet from North Carolina Extension explains the risks and what you can do to avoid getting sick. 

Aug 30, 2011

Post-storm power losses and flooding can lead to unsafe food

Hurricane Irene left many people across North Carolina without power – and with questions about food safety. When the power goes out, food that’s supposed to be kept cool in the refrigerator or freezer can grow harmful bacteria. Because unsafe food may not appear to be or smell spoiled, North Carolina Cooperative Extension offers post-storm food safety guidelines. 

Aug 30, 2011

Flood-damaged homes need special care to prevent and remove mold

Mold can cause health problems, so people who live in homes that were flooded during Hurricane Irene should act quickly and carefully to prevent or remove mold. North Carolina Cooperative Extension provides recommendations for helping homeowners faced with mold problems. 

Aug 30, 2011

Export boom

One area of economic good news appears to be the export market. N.C. State University economist Mike Walden describes what’s going on.