Developers looking to build a trio of high-rise condominiums on the Cape Fear River’s west bank across from downtown Wilmington have withdrawn their annexation and rezoning requests submitted to the Brunswick County town of Leland.
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Season to open for black sea bass north of Hatteras
The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries says the recreational black sea bass fishing season will open May 15 in both state and federal waters north of Cape Hatteras.
‘Portsmouth Rises’ theme of island village’s homecoming
A celebration is planned to recognize Portsmouth’s recovery after Hurricane Dorian in 2019 and the cancellation of homecoming in 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Whales’ rebound in Australia a success story: Duke biologist
Conservation biologist David Johnston at the Duke University Marine Lab in Beaufort says Australia’s recent decision to remove humpback whales from its endangered species list is a conservation victory and pivot point.
Bodie Island Lighthouse to open for climbing tours
The climbing season begins April 27 and continues Wednesday-Saturday until early fall.
Historians at OBX event reveal enigmatic Thomas Harriot
He was chosen to be a part of Sir Walter Raleigh’s first expedition, and although little is known about scientist and mathematician Thomas Harriot, his written depictions of the New World say much about the author.
Emissions can be reduced 50% by 2030: IPCC report
Major transitions in the energy sector, including substantial reduction in fossil fuel use, widespread electrification, improved energy efficiency, and use of alternative fuels , will help limit global warming.
Chemours to further limit GenX emissions, add more testing
Chemours and the Division of Air Quality have signed an agreement on new measures to limit GenX emissions.
A day on the water: Spring trout fishing continues in April
Capt. Gordon Churchill takes readers out for a day on the water to fish for spring trout.
‘Bees and Blooms’ photo exhibit opens at Tryon Palace
The show features large, close-up images of colorful bees and blooms by photographer and beekeeper Deana B. Marion.
NCDOT offers internships, fellowships
The North Carolina Department of Transportation is accepting applications for internships and fellowships for students and graduates of historically Black colleges and universities and minority-serving institutions.
Workshops set on eastern NC resilience projects
Online workshops will allow for residents in Eastern Carolina Council of Governments and Mid-East Commission counties to provide direct input on resilience planning.
NC holds tools for clean economy with resulting benefits
The Environmental Defense Fund’s Michelle Allen writes that solutions are available for the transportation and power sectors to help North Carolina meet its climate goals, bolster the economy and reduce air pollution.
‘Help us keep Shackleford horses wild,’ officials plead
The National Park Service asks the public to help keep wild horses wild after a group of visitors removed a newborn foal from its natural habitat on Cape Lookout National Seashore.
Cape Lookout to celebrate International Dark Sky Week
April 22-23 is International Dark Sky Week, and the Cape Lookout National Seashore is celebrating with stargazing at the Harkers Island visitor center and nighttime cruises offered by Island Express Ferry Service.
3 NC marine life facilities get federal COVID relief funding
The North Carolina Aquariums of Pine Knoll Shores and Roanoke Island and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue were selected for shares of the $1.6 million in funding.
