While the debate over drilling for oil and natural gas off the N.C. coast rages on, one thing appears certain: seismic survey is starting soon.
Rallying for Hofmann Forest
Two rallies — one in Onslow County and the other in Raleigh — were held Monday to protest N.C. State University’s proposed sale of the Hofmann Forest.
Wet Weather Brings Swimming Warnings
Yes, it’s rained. A lot. With the incessant rain has come a slew of state advisories about swimming in some coastal waters because of high bacteria levels.
State Provides Some Money for Hammocks Beach
The state budget recently signed into law includes $3 million for the purchase of the long-sought 289-acre mainland addition to Hammocks Beach State Park in Onslow County.
Pelican Award: Allen Propst
A Realtor and occasional developer first raised the alarm about possible illegal ditching of wetlands in Pamlico County.
More Room for Memories at Hammocks Beach
Find out what makes the state park our naturalist Sam Bland’s favorite place and why he’s glad it’s getting bigger.
Hofmann Forest in Hands of the Court
With the original sale date passed, the state court system will likely decide the fate of the 79,000-acre forest in Onslow and Jones counties.
Study Tests LID on Large Projects
A new study shows that low-impact development can save money or real estate on large commercial projects.
New Advisory Group to Help Federation
The N.C. Coastal Federation announced the formation of a President’s Council to help the group broaden its base and influence.
Deal Signed for Hammocks Beach Land
The long-running legal battle over 289 mainland acres adjacent to Hammocks Beach State Park is over. Both parties signed an agreement Wednesday that will lead to the eventual expansion of the park.
Budget Cuts Threaten Shellfish Monitoring
Gov. Pat McCrory’s budget proposal cuts university marine centers and closes a state office that monitors shellfish waters.
Deal Could Add Land to Hammocks Beach
A possible settlement in a long-standing lawsuit may be in the works that would add 289 mainland acres to the state park in Swansboro.
NOAA Lab Made Region a Research Center
In the last of two parts, we recount the colorful past of the NOAA fisheries lab near Beaufort and describe its importance in making the area a center for marine sciences.
History of a Marine Science Powerhouse
For over a century, the NOAA fisheries lab near Beaufort has been the cornerstone of marine science on the East Coast and a driver of Beaufort’s economy and culture. We’ll spend the next two days exploring its history.
Corps Alleges Illegal Ditching in Hofmann
After a three-month investigation, the Army Corps of Engineers thinks illegal ditching may have affected 6,500 acres of wetlands in Hofmann Forest.
Former Federation President Honored
Melvin Shepard, the former longtime president of the N.C. Coastal Federation and a former member of the Coastal Resources Commission, will receive the commission’s highest honor today.
