Swimming advisories were posted Wednesday at public accesses in Morehead City and in Wrightsville Beach, where fecal bacteria levels exceed state and federal water quality standards.
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Water authority to discuss stormwater project funding
The State Water Infrastructure Authority is to hear during its July 13-14 meeting feedback on a plan to use ARPA funding for stormwater projects.
Gamefish royalty: Catching a king is a bunch of fun
There’s a king mackerel tournament somewhere almost every weekend, but aside from potential big money, catching a king is exciting.
State to hold meeting on GenX effects, new EPA advisory
Health and environmental officials are holding an in-person meeting July 26 on the newest health standards set by the EPA on GenX.
Wright Brothers Memorial recognized for accessible exhibit
The American Council of the Blind recognized the landmark’s visitor center for its audio description programs.
Native trees, plants for sale through state Forest Service
The North Carolina Forest Service’s nursery and tree improvement program kicked off its annual tree seedling sale Friday.
Swim advisory issued for Holden Beach public accesses
Water samples in the past 30 days show average enterococci levels that exceed state and federal recreational water quality standards.
Book explores complexity of eating ‘local’ in North Carolina
“I want people to understand their power as eaters in the state of North Carolina, as people who buy and consume foods and impact the health of their community,” says author Marcie Cohen Ferris.
Water colors
Clouds settle over Town Marsh in Beaufort during a recent summer evening. Photo : Dylan Ray
Grants, outsourced testing for PFAS features of state budget
The legislature’s plan addresses pre- and polyfluorinated substances in drinking water mainly with grants from state revolving funds that would pass along millions in federal dollars.
Shellfish lease transfer amended rule in effect
The changes clarify definitions and formalize procedures for transferring ownership or subleasing a shellfish lease.
Pamlico Sound ferries resume full summer schedules
Ferries to and from Ocracoke from Cedar Island and Swan Quarter have resumed regular summer schedules.
NC Maritime Museums open doors to coastal history in July
North Carolina Maritime Museums in Hatteras, Beaufort and Southport are offering hands-on crafts, educational programs and activities for all ages this month.
Shellfish lease application period to close Aug. 1
The Division of Marine Fisheries accepts shellfish bottom lease and water column applications annually from March 1 through Aug. 1.
Tyrrell County history shaped by its coastal environment
Tyrrell County has long been defined by its natural environment, and outdoor exploration and wildlife continue to be among this coastal county’s biggest draws.
Summer thyme
An assassin bug sets a trap for its prey near a blooming thyme plant in Beaufort. Photo: Dylan Ray
