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Co-founder Tim Duffy recounts the origins of the Music Maker Foundation, and highlights the stories of a few of the hundreds of artists the organization has partnered with during its three decades of work.

WUNC music reporter Brian Burns talks with co-host Leoneda Inge about Helene's impact on the once vibrant music scene in Asheville, and how musicians across the state are joining together to support relief efforts.

Anthony Daniels of "Dedicated Men of Zion" and his daughter KeAmber Daniels of "Faith & Harmony" talk to co-host Leoneda Inge about the joys of singing sacred music with their children, parents, and cousins.

We chat with a reporter about the low morale, and challenging times, for public school employees – left without a raise in the wake of no new state budget. Plus, a film adaptation of a debut novel by NC native and author Mason Deaver hits the big screen. And, a new walking tour of Durham by WUNC's The Broadside.

What happened in the municipal elections? We get morning after analysis on races in Durham – and turn our ears to Greensboro, Fayetteville, and a referendum in Charlotte. Plus, a new book on fungi, and we meet local truffle farmers.

LQBTQ seniors face distinct challenges in older age — from isolation to struggles in accessing care and services because of their sexuality. Anita talks with three folks building solutions: a lesbian couple who built the first 55+ senior cohousing community in the country and a young activist connecting LGBTQ elders with resources.

It’s Election Day! And there are municipal races in nearly all 100 North Carolina counties. What will voter turnout say about this political moment? Plus, amid plans for Major League Baseball to expand, advocates say Raleigh should hold the next team. And, a Black Southern writers conference returns to Durham.

Due South's Leoneda Inge is joined by Bishop William J. Barber II, who was born in rural North Carolina and is the leader of the “Moral Mondays” movement. They discuss his fight for civil rights, voting rights and free speech. Then, Dorthea Dix Park in Raleigh is now home to some gigantic wooden trolls.

The Michelin Guide comes to the South. Celebrity chef Carla Hall launches "The Me Menu." And Durham honors its longest running Black-owned restaurant, The Chicken Hut.

Leoneda Inge talks to the Honorable Eva M. Clayton, the first Black woman to represent North Carolina in the U.S. House of Representatives. Jeff Tiberii talks to Ana González about her new podcast, Our Common Nature.