Division of Marine Fisheries staff and Oyster/Hard Clam Fishery Management Plan Advisory Committee members are scheduled to meet July 15-17 to review draft amendments to eastern oyster and hard clam fishery management plans.
Deadline July 17 for input on future transportation projects
The Department of Transportation asks that people comment on projects, such as whether they see them as priorities, for the next long-range capital plan.
State to review NOAA’s proposed ‘speed rule’ changes
The state is accepting comments for its review on proposed vessel speed limit changes that federal officials say would further reduce North Atlantic right whale mortalities.
Permeable pavement project underway at UNCW
Partners say that by replacing conventional asphalt with permeable pavement on the UNCW campus, they will help improve water quality in the nearby Bradley Hewletts Creek Watersheds.
Emergency response training for Spanish speakers set
Being offered in Spanish, the course is scheduled for July 12-14 in Wilmington, and is through the Community Emergency Response Team, or CERT, program.
Dangerous heat forecast for July Fourth weekend activities
Health officials advise residents to prepare for the extreme heat expected throughout the weekend, when most folks head outside — including those who seldom do.
Environmental Management Commission to meet July 10-11
Committee agendas include DEQ’s proposed groundwater and surface water standards for PFAS.
Suds for Sharks to highlight conservation, research
All donations from the July 10 fundraiser in Atlantic Beach will go to the North Carolina Aquarium Conservation Action Committee’s shark conservation projects.
Oak Island swimming advisory lifted
The state Recreational Water Quality Program on Wednesday lifted the below advisory posted Tuesday because floodwaters had rescinded, and pumping ceased.
Supreme Court undoes longstanding federal agency power
The majority of justices agreed that the precedent in the challenges to a National Marine Fisheries Service rule brought by fishing companies was fundamentally misguided.
Fire danger moderates; Brunswick County burn ban in effect
The burn ban was issued for the unincorporated areas of Brunswick County effective 8 a.m. Friday, as Forest Service officials discourage burning statewide.
Officials urge responsible visitor behavior at Masonboro
The Division of Coastal Management says it’s working with the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office to provide public safety resources for the July Fourth holiday.
Ocean City Beach Jazz Festival on for 14th year, July 6-7
The lineup this year includes James “PJ” Spraggins, Phylicia Rae, the Braxton Brothers, Kim Waters, Fred Wesley, Lin Rountree, Gerald Albright and Nnenna Freelon.
Coast Guard Rear Adm. John ‘Jay’ Vann takes command
The change-of-command ceremony was Wednesday at Coast Guard Base Portsmouth.
Public hearing on Adams Creek shellfish leases set for July
The public hearing on the two proposed leases for Adams Creek is set for 6 p.m. July 24 in Havelock.
NC Forest Service to begin annual tree seedlings sale July 1
Conifer and hardwood seedlings will be available for purchase.
