Dates, bag limits and associated regulations have been announced for North Carolina’s 2026-27 waterfowl, webless migratory game bird, and extended falconry seasons.
Surf City to test temporary signal near island roundabout
Beginning May 6, drivers crossing the bridge onto the island side of Surf City will be stopped by a temporary traffic signal near the island roundabout.
Measure would create special “Red Wolf” vehicle tags
A bipartisan group of legislators has filed a bill to authorize the Division of Motor Vehicles to begin issuing special vehicle registration plates with proceeds benefiting the state’s eastern red wolf population.
Hearing set for proposed sand, limestone mine expansion
Neighbors have circulated and submitted a petition opposing expansion of the mine that they say has already caused a range of problems for them, area roads, animals and wildlife.
Temporary creel, length limits for sheepshead begin May 6
The regulation for sheepshead harvest in inland and joint fishing waters of the state aligns with a recent proclamation enacting similar limits in coastal fishing waters.
Currituck to begin town hall series to discuss future priorities
Currituck County commissioners and staff are launching in May the first in a series of town halls to discuss with the community their views on housing, infrastructure, economic development and quality of life to help guide future priorities.
Brunswick’s preparedness expo to highlight health, planning
The daytime family-friendly event in Bolivia Tuesday will have representatives from 50 area businesses and organizations with information on health and wellness, emergency planning and resiliency, disaster response and recovery and more.
Webinar set on developing new blue crab stock assessment
N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries is holding the online meeting May 28 to update the public work underway to develop a new blue crab stock assessment.
Delays likely at Wrightsville Beach bridge during NCDOT tests
Drivers in Wrightsville Beach should allow extra travel time from now into May as crews perform drilling through the West Salisbury Street bridge deck over Banks Channel.
Registration opens for Rachel Carson Reserve summer trips
Register to grab a spot on the boat to take part in one of the free-of-charge public field trips being offered at the Rachel Carson Reserve June-August.
NCDOT to host meetings on plans to improve NC 12 access
The meetings in Hatteras, Rodanthe and Nags Head are an opportunity for the public to hear from transportation officials possible solutions for a vulnerable stretch of N.C. 12 in Dare County.
Public sways officials to ax parkway plan’s preferred NC route
State transportation officials, in response to public feedback, said Wednesday that the North Carolina portion of the formerly preferred Carolina Bays Parkway Extension Alternative 4 will not be built as initially proposed.
Coastal Federation to break ground for mariculture hub
The planned Shellfish Mariculture Hub in Carteret County will provide logistical support such as shared refrigeration, equipment and water access.
Service set for North Topsail Beach Alderman Larry Strother
The late North Topsail Beach Alderman Larry Strother died April 12 at the age of 79.
Wilmington officials request ideas for new public park
The city of Wilmington is hosting a public engagement on May 2 to gather ideas on the design, amenities, and overall vision for its next public park.
Carteret to host free disposal of household hazardous items
Carteret County residents will have an opportunity to dispose of small quantities of common household hazardous items for free on Saturday.
