N.C. Division of State Historic Sites and Properties Director Michelle Lanier, who has been with the division for 15 years, works to help tell the state’s most expansive, diverse histories to all audiences, particularly the marginalized.
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Applicants Can Apply for Car Charger Funds
The state Department of Air Quality is hosting a webinar Jan. 13 for those who want to apply for funding to install a Level 2 charger for zero-emission vehicles.
Sea Grant Coastal Research Deadline Jan. 11
The deadline is Monday for the first step in North Carolina Sea Grant’s 2022-2024 proposal process for applied research to address problems affecting coastal ecosystems, economies and communities.
Long-Term Plans Ahead for Shifting Sands
Federal, state and local officials in coastal North Carolina are taking new approaches toward sand management and ever more serious beach erosion and channel shoaling.
RV Park at Avon Pier to Open this Summer
Work is underway on the 26-site Avon by the Sea RV Park at the Avon Pier and is expected to open by Memorial Day.
Feedback on Recovery Funds Requested
Public comment period ends Thursday on amendments to state action plans for communities impacted by hurricanes Matthew and Florence.
Lost Fishing Gear Recovery to Begin
The North Carolina Coastal Federation-led Lost Fishing Gear Recovery Project begins this week collecting lost crab pots and fishing gear along the northern and central coast.
Our Coast’s Food: 5 Easy Sauces for Oysters
From a simple jalapeno remoulade to the classic cocktail sauce, our Liz Biro shares five easy recipes for sauces to complement fresh North Carolina oysters prepared at home.
Wright Brothers Memorial Offers Free Days
Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills is offering free admission on seven days during 2021.
Dare, Towns Offer Tree Recycling Options
Dare County and its six municipalities are offering several ways residents can dispose of or recycle their natural Christmas trees.
Treasury Now Holds Restoration Grant Funds
The state Court of Appeals filed Dec. 15 the decision that funds from the Smithfield Agreement for environmental enhancement projects will be held by the state treasury rather than a private bank account, as it has been.
DEQ Highlights Efforts Taken Over Past Year
The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality compiled a list of actions taken during 2020 to protect the environment and address the impacts of climate change.
Governor Announces New DNCR Secretary
Gov. Roy Cooper has promoted Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Chief Deputy Secretary D. Reid Wilson to secretary, effective Jan. 1.
Federation Shares 2020 Accomplishments
N.C. Coastal Federation was able to continue its work to protect and restore the state’s coast during this trying year with the help of significant contributions of many partners and supporters.
OBX Plates Still in Demand Decades Later
Since the OBX license plate was released Dec. 23, 1999, demand remains steady for the plate only issued over the counter on the Outer Banks.
Environmental Management Group to Meet
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission will meet remotely Jan. 13-14, when they will discuss a request for approval of the 2021 Chowan River Basin Water Resources Plan.
