New research from UNC shows that the state’s current water quality standards for chlorophyll-a and turbidity may not protect submerged aquatic vegetation in high-salinity estuaries considered economically and environmentally vital.
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NC Ferry Division to celebrate 75th year
The Ferry Division will kickoff the festivities at 10 a.m. Monday, May 16, at the Hatteras Ferry Terminal.
British, Canadian sailors killed off NC coast to be honored
A scaled-back British Cemetery Ceremony is set go on Friday at 11 a.m. but the location may be decided at the last moment, while the ceremony scheduled for Thursday in Buxton was canceled.
Corps seeks input on Neuse River Basin flooding study
Comments on proposed alternatives designed to reduce on-going flood risks throughout the Neuse River Basin will be accepted until May 25.
Coastal Reserve advisory committee meetings planned
The North Carolina Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve will hold local advisory committee meetings this month for eight of the 10 reserve sites.
May fishing: Bonito among spring arrivals on NC coast
May brings with it the promise of southwest breezes and pleasant days on the water with the ability to finally get in a small boat and catch a fish close to shore — the true sign of approaching summer.
Kure Beach to place ADA-compliant mat at beach accesses
The Coastal Resources Commission recently granted a variance allowing the town to place an Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant beach mat for wheelchair users at varying locations throughout the summer.
Environmental justice, equity board to meet
The board that advises the state environmental secretary has set its quarterly meeting for May 19 in Raleigh.
Pea Island welcomes Canada goslings
Canada goslings are among the newest residents of Pea island National Wildlife Refuge Most of the Canada geese on the refuge during the winter months are migratory and have already migrated out. But over the years, a few pairs have stayed on refuge all year. Canada geese are known for flying in V-formation and for their loud honking. Most Canada goose pairs stay together for life. The goslings may stay with the parents for their entire first year.
Study finds oyster sustainability among Indigenous peoples
Archaeological examinations of middens published this week show that Native Americans and Australians were successful at sustainably harvesting shellfish over thousands of years.
Southern Shores to enter mid-Currituck bridge case
As litigation continues on a lawsuit opposing the proposed mid-Currituck bridge, Southern Shores Town Council intends to file an amicus brief in support.
Environmental Management Commission to meet
The commission oversees and adopts rules for several divisions of the Department of Environmental Quality.
Wildlife Commission asks for reports of chipmunk sightings
If you live in a county east of I-95 and spot a chipmunk, North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission biologists would like to know.
NC to hold PFAS testing meeting, set draft permit hearing
State environmental regulators are holding a public meeting Monday about well sampling in the Lower Cape Fear region and a yet-to-be scheduled hearing on a draft discharge permit for a proposed treatment system at the Chemours facility.
EPA proposes 3 new actions to protect public from PFAS
The Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed new testing method, permitting direction and protections for aquatic life are a step, but not a solution, advocates say.
Ports presentation on NC Towers agenda
The North Carolina Taskforce for Offshore Wind Economic Resource Strategies meets Thursday in Wilmington.
