Two draft Southern Flounder Management Plan amendments at different stages of the rulemaking process are to go before the Marine Fisheries Commission at its meeting May 21-23 in Beaufort.
Expect explosive noises near Cherry Point, airfields in May
Officials with Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point said Friday that residents near the air station and its outlying airfields can expect multiple military training operations throughout May.
State-led solar coalition community advisory board to meet
The North Carolina Solar for All coalition anticipates launching services to households later this year.
More than half of Brunswick County wildfire contained
Fire crews on Friday were awaiting rain forecast through the weekend to help quell the Sunset Road Fire in the area of Boiling Spring Lakes in Brunswick County.
Ocracoke Express passenger ferry to begin season May 13
NCDOT’s Ocracoke Express ferry is scheduled to launch Tuesday its seventh season transporting passengers between Ocracoke and Hatteras.
NC still 5th most-visited state, sets new spending record
Coming in behind California, Florida, Texas and New York in domestic visitation, North Carolina saw its more than 40 million visitors spend more than $36.7 billion on trips to and within the “Tar Heel State” in 2024.
Holden Beach Turtle Patrol readies for summer programming
Holden Beach Turtle Watch Program, also referred to as “Turtle Patrol,” is planning to offer educational programs throughout the summer starting June 18.
Hot spots hamper containment of Brunswick wildfire
The Sunset Road Fire that began last Friday in the area of Boiling Spring Lakes remained contained at 15% Wednesday after fire crews noted hotspots in the northern portion of the fire.
Ferry service to Bear Island resumes next week
After being suspended since April 2024, ferry service from Hammocks Beach State Park to Bear Island resumes May 14.
Five coastal counties now see severe drought conditions
Beaufort, Craven, New Hanover, Onslow and Pender counties are among eastern North Carolina counties experiencing severe drought conditions.
Institute, ECU Outer Banks Campus to welcome public
The Coastal Studies Institute and ECU Integrated Coastal Programs are hosting an open house from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at the campus in Wanchese.
Spotted seatrout season temporarily closed to recreational fishing
State wildlife officials say the temporary closure through June 30 was made to avoid confusion.
Officials say Brunswick County wildfire 10% contained
The 1,500-acre wildlife that started Friday afternoon quickly spread Saturday after skipping containment lines in the area of Boiling Spring Lakes.
Water quality workshop to focus on strategies, challenges
The North Carolina Water Resources Association’s workshop, “Restoring Coastal Water Resources — Challenges, Opportunities and Successful Approaches,” set for May 16 will examine water quality conditions, strategies and proven strategies.
Coastal commission’s counsel moves to Board of Elections
After serving as the Coastal Resources Commission’s legal counsel for close to 15 years, Special Deputy Attorney General Mary Lucasse has been promoted to work with the state Board of Elections.
Public hearing on new wetlands rule set for June
A public hearing on North Carolina’s revised wetlands definition has been scheduled June 26 in Raleigh.
