The Coastal Resources Commission is set to hear a variance request from Carolina Beach on oceanfront setback rules that prevent the use of mats for wheelchair access along and across the dry sand beach.
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Origins, Growth of North Carolina Land Trusts
In the second of a series, columnist Chuck Roe, former director of the N.C. Natural Heritage Program, looks at the origins and growth of land trusts in North Carolina.
ADVs Focus of Marine Debris Webinar Series
NOAA Marine Debris Program is launching a monthly webinar series that kicks off at 3 p.m. Feb. 24 that addresses the countrywide problem of abandoned and derelict vessels.
Proposed Hyde Shellfish Leases Hearing Set
The state Division of Marine Fisheries is holding a hearing by web conference at 6 p.m. March 9 on proposed shellfish leases in Hyde County.
Carteret Shellfish Leases Meeting March 16
The state Division of Marine Fisheries is holding at 6 p.m. March 16 a virtual public meeting on several proposed shellfish leases in Carteret County.
Rad Tillett Recalls Life at Nags Head Farm
Rad Tillett, 84, and a lifelong Outer Banks resident, shares his memories of life on the family farm that’s now Nags Head Woods, a designated National Natural Landmark managed by The Nature Conservancy.
Masks Now Required at All National Parks
Employees, visitors, partners and contractors must now wear a mask while at all national parks and federal buildings, including those in coastal North Carolina.
Avon Beach Nourishment Project Meeting Set
Dare County has scheduled a virtual presentation and meeting to discuss the proposed beach nourishment project in Avon.
Fans Show Love for Old Manteo Theater
A crowd-funding effort that nearly doubled its goal will help owner Buddy Creef reopen the century-old Pioneer Theater, where generations have watched countless screenings, including a few East Coast film premieres.
Science Network Seeks Input On Resilience
The Collaboratory for Coastal Adaptation over Space and Time, or C-CoAST, has scheduled virtual listening sessions to hear about the priorities and concerns that are part of decision-making in coastal communities.
North Topsail OK’d for Dune Restoration
North Topsail Beach officials say the town now has federal approval to begin Hurricane Florence dune restoration work that was supposed to have begun in November.
EPA Nominee Regan Set for Senate Hearing
Michael Regan, Biden’s nominee to lead the EPA, can likely expect questions on some of the same issues during his confirmation Wednesday as when he was confirmed NCDEQ secretary.
Eat More Seafood: Latest Federal Guidelines
Americans should consume more seafood, less beef and pork, according to the latest federal dietary guide, and the change could also be good for coastal communities.
Olive Otter Ready to Greet Aquarium Guests
The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island announced Monday that its new North American river otter, Olive, is ready to welcome company.
Groups Seek Judicial Review of EPA Report
Six North Carolina groups filed a petition Monday seeking judicial review of an Environmental Protection Agency evaluation of the cancer risk from 1,4-dioxane.
What’s on the Line? NC Black Sea Bass
Underwater photographer and columnist Robert Michelson illustrates the habits and management of “the relatively unknown ocean bass called the black sea bass.”
