The North Carolina Coastal Federation’s Wanchese office is showcasing at 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 26 its newly completed dock on Broad Creek during a community open house.
Tryon Palace to Celebrate Pollinator Week
Tryon Palace is set to offer in celebration of National Pollinator Week, June 18-24, several free pollinator-themed events at the palace and its North Carolina History Center.
Plan Would Fine States Opposed to Drilling
A GOP plan unveiled this week would assess financial penalties against states that block drilling for oil and natural gas off their coasts.
More Are Recycling; Report Ranks Counties
According to a report the state’s Recycling and Materials Management Section released last week, recycling in all counties and municipalities increased last year, compared to the previous year.
Corps OKs Funds for Morehead City Harbor
Rep. Walter Jones says he has secured an additional $12.6 million from the Army Corps of Engineers to dredge Morehead City Harbor this year.
DEQÂ Takes Further Action Against Chemours
DEQ Monday issued to Chemours a proposed court order requiring action to cut air emissions and water impacts caused by GenX and other compounds, as well as a notice of violation for 18 more compounds found at its facility.
Cape Hatteras Seashore Cleanups June 23
Drop-in volunteer beach cleanups are planned for a handful of Cape Hatteras National Seashore sites June 23 to celebrate World Oceans Month.
Cape Lookout Invites Visitors to Explore
Cape Lookout National Seashore offers opportunities throughout the summer and into the fall to learn about the wild horses and their habits as well as discover Cape Lookout Lighthouse at night.
Carcass Collection Program to Help Biologists
The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries’ Carcass Collection Program has set up freezers at 12 locations along the coast where fishermen can donate fish carcasses for research.
Shipwreck Exploration To Be Livestreamed
NOAA researchers will conduct a robotic dive on an unknown shipwreck 40 miles off Hatteras Island June 25, livestreaming their work for audiences at the N.C. Aquarium on Roanoke Island.
Park Service Set to Replace Septic System
The National Park Service is set this winter to replace an existing, flood-prone septic system for the Buxton park housing area..
NPS Seeks Lessee for Oregon Inlet Marina
The National Park Service is accepting proposals through Sept. 5 from parties interested in a long-term lease of Oregon Inlet Marina at Cape Hatteras National Seashore in Nags Head.
Crystal Coast TDA Names New Director
The Crystal Coast Tourism Development Authority in Carteret County announced Tuesday Jim Browder has been named executive director, effective July 10.
Group Offers Grants, Education on Flooding
Community-based organizations and groups harmed by flooding or sewer backups are invited to participate in Flood Forum USA’s Flood-Fighter’s Boot Camp and receive a small grant-in-aid.
Judge sides with NCDOT on Rodanthe bridge
A federal judge has ruled in favor of the construction of a 2.4-mile bridge that would carry N.C. 12 around a section of the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge and into the village of Rodanthe.
‘What’s In Our Water?’ Panel Discussion Set
The Cape Fear Chapter of Surfrider Foundation is set to host on Thursday a panel discussion, What’s in Our Water?, as part of Clean Water Week.
