Cape Lookout National Seashore will begin issuing permits for temporary duck blinds starting Sept. 5 to those who already hold a current North Carolina State hunting license with a signed federal duck stamp.
What Else Is In the Water? Study to Begin
WILMINGTON – The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority announced Monday that it had contracted with the University of North Carolina Wilmington to conduct a yearlong study of raw and treated drinking water to identify unregulated compounds and chemicals and provide a scientific basis for regulatory controls. The $64,607.88 contract, to be billed in 12 monthly… [Read More]
Latest GenX Levels Below Health Goal
Test results released Thursday show that concentrations of GenX in finished drinking water along the Cape Fear River remain well below the state’s health goal.
Did Eclipse Dim Solar Energy Production?
The effects on solar energy from the solar eclipse Monday came as a surprise, according to an article in Duke Energy’s publication, Illumination.
Sound Rivers New Executive Director Chosen
Heather Deck will begin Sept. 1 serving as executive director of Sound Rivers, a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the Neuse and Tar-Pamlico River basins.
NOAA Designates Sturgeon Critical Habitat
NOAA Fisheries has designated critical habitat for Atlantic sturgeon in parts of coastal rivers from Maine to Florida, a requirement under the Endangered Species Act.
Aquariums Aim To Tackle Plastic Pollution
Top aquariums around the country, including the three in North Carolina, joined together to form the Aquarium Conservation Partnership and launched the “In Our Hands” campaign to combat plastic pollution.
Park Service to Host Business Orientation
Cape Hatteras National Seashore will host an orientation for commercial service providers and open house on Ocracoke Island Aug. 28.
44 New Houses Possible At Ocean Isle Beach
The permitting process is underway for a 44-home development at the east end of Ocean Isle Beach, where erosion is prevalent.
Solar Education Meeting Set In Dare County
Dare County’s Cooperative Extension will host a solar education meeting 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23, to explain the technology, construction, regulations and economics of the utility-scale solar photovoltaic system.
Celebrate Vultures Sept. 1-3
Vultures are nature’s clean-up crew and help prevent the spread of many diseases. Learn about these fascinating yet threatened birds during Vulture Awareness Celebration Sept. 1-3 at the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores.
What About Solar Power During An Eclipse?
Duke Energy manages energy from more than three quarters of the roughly 3,200 megawatts of solar power in North Carolina, but because the company has a diverse mix of energy sources and a plan in place, representatives say they expect to meet customer demand during the Aug. 21 eclipse.
Mountains-to-Sea Trail Dedication Sept. 9
A ribbon cutting ceremony for the new 10-mile trail section of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail through the North Carolina Coastal Federation’s North River Wetland Preserve in Otway will begin at 10 a.m. Sept. 9.
Agency Heads Respond to GenX Questions
Department of Health and Human Services’ Secretary Mandy Cohen and Department of Environmental Quality’s Secretary Michael Regan responded Monday to a recent letter from seven state senators who questioned Gov. Roy Cooper’s handling of the GenX contamination and related funding request.
Majority Say No To Drilling, Seismic Testing
The majority of citizens attending the three public hearings the Department of Environmental Quality held last week voiced their opposition to the proposed federal oil and gas leasing program along the Atlantic coast.
Duke Energy Seeks Wind Power Providers
Duke Energy Carolinas said Tuesday it wants to add wind energy providers to help it diversity and meet standards that mandate the company generate 12.5 percent of its retail sales in the state by renewable energy.
