A surprisingly cold spot in the northern Atlantic Ocean has been observed during 2015, which has otherwise been a record year for heat across the globe.
‘Waiting for Sibling’
Photographer Jim Snyders captured this image, “Waiting for Sibling,” recently in Emerald Isle.
Blounts Creek Ruling Reversed
A judged has reversed a ruling that said area citizens and groups had no standing to challenge a permit allowing Martin Marietta to pump mining wastewater into Blounts Creek.
Offshore Wind Energy Plan Advances
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s environmental review for wind energy off the N.C. coast is complete, allowing the process for lease sales to begin.
Park Service OKs Bonner Bridge Plan
The National Park Service has signed off on the approvals needed for the state to begin construction of the 52-year old Bonner Bridge over Oregon Inlet.
‘Sunrise at Sneads Ferry’
Photographer Frank Ostmann of Hampstead captured this image, “Sunrise at Sneads Ferry,” at 6 a.m. June 11 at Sneads Ferry Marina.
Agreement Reached on Petrel Status
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has agreed to decide by September 2018 whether the black-capped petrel will be protected under the Endangered Species Act.
EPA Offers Resources for Climate Change
The Environmental Protection Agency has developed tools to help state and local governments plan for and adapt to the risks and effects of climate change.
‘Loggerhead’s First Steps’
Photographer Emily Woodward of Beaufort captured this image, “Loggerhead’s First Steps,” Aug. 28 while monitoring sea turtle nests at Masonboro Island Reserve.
Researchers Seek Ideas for Collaboration
The Kenan Institute at N.C. State will partner with North Carolina Sea Grant on a new collaborative research program focused on community collaborations.
Hearing Set for Holden Beach Groin
The Corps of Engineers has released environmental statement and set a public hearing for a proposed terminal groin and renourishment project in Holden Beach.
Time Added for Sunset Beach Permit Review
Officials have extended the public review period for an application to build homes and a private bridge in an area of Sunset Beach that was once Mad Inlet.
“Sunrise Light”
Photographer Corey Cannon of Newport captured this image, “Sunrise Light,” at about 6:45 a.m. Aug. 23 near the DoubleTree hotel in Atlantic Beach.
“Dinnertime”
Photographer Seth Effron captured this image, “Dinnertime,” at about 4 p.m. Aug. 17 at Figure Eight Island.
“Sea Treasures”
Photographer Jim Snyders captured this image, “Sea Treasures,” in May at the 6800 block of Emerald Isle.
“Salt Treated”
Photographer David Galyon made this photo at the Oceanana Pier in Atlantic Beach.