The North Carolina Coastal Federation received $1.6 million to restore 1,100 acres of timberland to wetlands within the Newport River watershed.
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Core Sound shrimp fry July 8 to thank community leaders
All active military, veterans, healthcare workers, teachers and school staff, first responders and line workers can register online now for their complimentary shrimp plate.
State advises again not to swim at Colington Harbour beach
For the second time this month state recreational water quality officials have posted a swim advisory at the Colington Harbour swim beach in Kill Devil Hills.
Whales of Fishing Creek: Fossils reveal climate prophecies
The remains of prehistoric worlds beneath the Edgecombe County town of Princeville, just west of North Carolina’s coastal counties, reveal our potential climate future and possible climate solutions.
Legislature overrides veto of bill cutting wetland regulation
The General Assembly has voted to override Gov. Roy Cooper’s veto of the Farm Act, a measure that opponents say eliminates state protections of 2.5 million acres of state wetlands.
State to honor Jockey’s Ridge advocate with marker
The late Carolista Fletcher Baum will be recognized for her role in preserving Jockey’s Ridge with a North Carolina Historical Marker that will be dedicated during a ceremony July 7 in Nags Head.
Havelock PE teacher finds fishing offers lifelong learning
Havelock High School teacher and soccer coach Josh Helms has been honing his angling skills since childhood, most recently exploring the art of fly fishing, and says an open mind is vital.
NC ferries on Ocracoke routes to make four round trips daily
The Ferry Division is offering four round trips daily starting Tuesday on its Swan Quarter-Ocracoke and Cedar Island-Ocracoke routes.
No NC fishing license required on Independence Day
July 4 is Free Fishing Day in North Carolina, a day set aside for nearly 30 years so that everyone can fish without having to purchase a license.
Commission committees to review Fisheries Reform Act
The N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission has scheduled an in-person workshop for its five advisory committees July 10 in the N.C. Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores.
Day on the water
Boats dot the Carteret County waters of, from left, Gallants Channel, Taylors Creek and Bulkhead Channel Thursday, with, in the foreground, Pivers Island, home to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Beaufort Laboratory and the Duke University Marine Lab; Front Street in Beaufort at top left; the Rachel Carson Reserve, center-left; Shackleford Banks, top-center and part of the Cape Lookout National Seashore; and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. Photo: Dylan Ray
Work begins on exhibit showing oyster-human connection
Officials say the exhibit, “Fish Filter Food: The Human Connection,” in the works at the N.C. Aquarium on Roanoke Island focuses on a simple but important message.
Cooper vetoes bill curtailing state protection of wetlands
Language in Senate Bill 582 would repeal state protections for an estimated 2.5 million acres of wetlands, Cooper said.
Chemours completes barrier wall well after deadlines
After missing two deadlines, Chemours’ plant manager notified state officials June 11 that construction of the mile-long underground barrier was complete.
Forest Service proposes new fees for two Croatan sites
U.S. Forest Service is accepting comment until Aug. 22 on proposed fees for Cedar Point day-use area and Flanners Beach day-use area.
Aquarium Scholars grants available to underserved students
Teachers from Title I or Title I-eligible schools have until Sept. 15 to apply for the program that provides funding for educational opportunities with North Carolina Aquariums.
