Topsail Beach’s board of adjustment has denied a building permit challenge by nearby property owners who say that construction on the oceanfront would put their land at greater risk of flooding.
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NC to Join NOAA Effort Promoting Shellfish
State and federal officials and other stakeholders are set to unveil Thursday North Carolina’s component in a national plan to promote the social, economic and environmental importance of shellfish.
EPA Backs Off Plan to Exempt Gliders
Acting EPA administrator Andrew Wheeler announced Thursday that glider freight trucks will not be exempted from stricter Obama-era emissions standards.
DAQ Puts on Hold Methyl Bromide Permits
The state DEQ’s Division of Air Quality is taking comprehensive action on methyl bromide use in log fumigation operations, including putting on hold pending applications for log fumigation facilities in four counties.
Currituck to Defend Beach Parking Fees
A lawsuit filed by the Virginia Four Wheel Drive Association seeks an injunction to halt the beach parking permit fees charged to nonresidents in Currituck County, but county leaders plan to “vigorously” defend the fees.
Federation Set to Honor Coastal Stewards
The North Carolina Coastal Federation celebrates Saturday in Morehead City the volunteers and organizations working to protect the coast during its annual Pelican Awards and Taste of the Coast.
Astronomy Night Aug. 4 at Cape Lookout
Cape Lookout National Seashore is offering two activities during its next Astronomy Night set for Aug. 4 at the Harkers Island visitors center.
Navassa Open House, Public Meeting Aug. 9
The EPA, state Department of Environmental Quality and Multistate Trust will host Aug. 9 an open house and public meeting for the Kerr-McGee Chemical Corp. Superfund Site in Navassa.
Emissions Testing Likely Cut for 26 Counties
Now that a new law has been approved by the Environmental Protection Agency, vehicle emissions testing is likely to be cut for 26 counties across the state.
Hush Puppies Have Strayed Far From Coast
Tar Heels may be surprised to learn that the humble, deep-fried cornbread companion to classic Carolina seafood platters has evolved, appearing on
Artificial Reef Program to Propose 4-Year Plan
The state Division of Marine Fisheries’ Artificial Reef Program plans to hold meetings in August to receive public input on a proposed four-year artificial reef enhancement plan.
FERC Approves Pipeline Construction in NC
Federal regulators on Tuesday issued the go-ahead for Dominion Energy’s construction of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline in North Carolina.
Oyster Reef Balls Deployed in Wanchese
Total Marine Services deployed 25 oyster reef balls along the North Carolina Coastal Federation’s northeast office in Wanchese shoreline last week to make new oyster habitat.
Analysis: A Cry for a Life Preserver
Our founding editor Frank Tursi, who retired in 2016, shares his analysis and opinion regarding the recent Union of Concerned Scientists report on the effects rising seas could have on coastal communities.
King Tide, Surf Carve Cliff at Nags Head Beach
Because of recent high tides and surf, a cliff about 10 feet high has developed along the dune line on part of the Nags Head beach just north of Jennette’s Pier.
New Swan Quarter Ferry Terminal Dedicated
The state Department of Transportation and Hyde County officials cut the ribbon Friday on a new terminal for Swan Quarter ferry operations.
