Chief U.S. District Judge Richard Myers II on Friday released his decision to dismiss a lawsuit that would have forced Chemours to pay for health studies on dozens of chemical compounds manufactured at its Fayetteville plant.
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Carteret residents can get free tarps to cover trucks, trailers
The tarp giveaway program is part of Carteret County government’s “Secure Your Load” campaign designed to help combat roadside litter and cut down litter in proximity to Carteret County convenience sites.
Preparedness key to storm impact recovery: NOAA, FEMA
Federal officials are highlighting the importance of getting prepared now, ahead of hurricane season, which begins June 1.
Secretaries’ Science Board to discuss PFAS and aquatic life
During the meeting at 10 a.m. Wednesday, the state Secretaries’ Science Advisory Board will review the EPA’s draft document on the effects of PFOA and PFOS on aquatic life and hear a presentation on PFAS specific to North Carolina.
Speckled trout fishing is best with a fly rod, just ask Thoreau
What fly fishing may lack in efficiency is more than made up for in the personal fulfillment of living deliberately.
NCSciFest to kick off monthlong series of STEM events
Several of the 800 events planned for the statewide 13th annual North Carolina Science Festival April 1-30 will take place on the coast.
DOT allows more time to apply for internships, fellowships
The deadline for the historically Black colleges and universities internship and fellowship programs has been extended to April 12.
Women mark STEM milestone at Corps research facility
Women comprise half the science and engineering staff at the Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory at the Army Corps of Engineers’ Field Research Facility, or Duck Pier, which now features a lactation room.
Bodie Island Lighthouse to open for climbing season
While Bodie Island Lighthouse will be open for visitors to climb starting April 26, it is unlikely Cape Hatteras Lighthouse will have a climbing season this year due to restoration efforts, officials said.
Protect against tick- and mosquito-borne diseases: NCDHHS
The N.C. Department of Health and Human Services is launching its annual “Fight the Bite” campaign to educate the public about the dangers of tick- and mosquito-borne diseases.
Onslow home to NC’s largest battery energy storage system
The largest battery energy storage system in the state is in Onslow County and will operate alongside an existing solar facility on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, Duke Energy announced Thursday.
Urgent action needed in food sector to curb warming: Study
Changing diets, curbing food waste and optimizing agricultural production practices could contribute significantly to lessening the anticipated effects of climate change.
New Hanover now accepting new materials for recycling
New Hanover County Recycling and Solid Waste now will accept paper-based items like to-go cups and No. 5 plastic containers that hold shampoo and soap.
Marine Fisheries Commission advisory committees to meet
The advisory committees to the North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission are expected to meet in April to discuss various fisheries topics.
CFPUA sues to stop Chemours, DuPont from restructuring
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority filed Friday a lawsuit to prevent the companies responsible for contaminating the Cape Fear River with “forever chemicals” from financial restructuring to avoid liability.
Professor among growing number of women in STEM
N.C. Central University assistant professor Dr. Carresse Gerald uses her role in the classroom to encourage young females in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
