North Carolina Division of Air Quality has awarded nearly $1 million in grants to replace 11 older diesel vehicles with cleaner alternatives.
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NC Aquariums join others in fighting climate change
North Carolina Aquariums are joining with 20 others across the nation to pledge to address greenhouse gas emissions.
‘Jug handle’ bridge to open mid-May at earliest: NCDOT
The soonest the Rodanthe “jug handle” bridge will open is mid-May because of damage to one of the bridge’s expansion joints, according to NCDOT.
Jockey’s Ridge joining real-time weather data network
ECOnet, an online weather and soil data program through the State Climate Office of North Carolina, will soon be able to collect information from Jockey’s Ridge State Park, the first of the program’s weather stations on the Outer Banks.
Comment period on wind energy lease sites to begin
The federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management is set to begin accepting public comment on six sites proposed for wind energy leases off the central Atlantic Coast.
Wildlife Commission says snakes are out too, so coexist
If you see a snake on the trail, in the yard or on the street, don’t worry, just give it room, but state officials ask you to report if you spot rattlers or pine snakes.
Competitors face off to create fresh water with wave power
Competition demonstrates that wave-powered desalination systems can supply fresh water to people in coastal locations, including in disaster-recovery situations.
Flock party
Judy L., of Morehead City, who says she’s also known as “the Bread Lady,” feeds the gulls at Fort Macon State Park on the east end of Bogue Banks.
Registration open for Kayak for the Warriors fundraiser
The three-day event features a gala and silent and live auction, golf tournament and 3.2-mile kayak and paddle board race, and barbecue lunch benefiting Hope For The Warriors.
Butts named NC director, Conservatives for Clean Energy
As state director, Butts leads the nonprofit organization’s efforts across North Carolina and its policy push in state government.
Construction of Ocean Isle Beach’s terminal groin complete
Construction of the 750-foot-long structure intended to protect the east end of town from erosion wrapped up earlier this month.
Quiet Washington County rich in coastal NC history
Washington County’s story is one of isolation, success, and an eventual renewal on the banks of the Roanoke River.
Riverwatch says details needed on Belgrade mine expansion
Coastal Carolina Riverwatch says the permitting public notice for Martin Marietta’s proposed expansion of its limestone quarry in Maysville is vague and may not convey the full extent of environmental effects.
NCDOT suspends, limits Pamlico ferry service for repairs
Pamlico River Ferry service suspended April 24-26, and will be limited April 27-29 while repairs to the ferry ramp at the Bayview terminal take place.
Chad McEwen to leave Pender manager post
Pender County Manager Chad McEwen has resigned and commissioners have begun the search for his replacement.
Highly infectious virus spreads among wild birds on coast
As highly pathogenic avian influenza infects wild birds and poultry across the country — often without clear symptoms — agriculture and wildlife officials advise taking steps to slow the spread.
