Dry conditions continue across North Carolina this week, despite localized heavy rainfall in portions of the state.
State aging agencies offer fans to eligible adults until Oct. 31
The state-managed Operation Fan Heat Relief has been providing fans since 1986 to adults living with disabilities or are 60 and older to help reduce heat-related illnesses and make their living environment more comfortable.
Indigenous group to lead environmental justice conversation
The three-hour webinar set to begin at 11 a.m. July 18 “centers Indigenous knowledge systems, lived experience, and community-led solutions to environmental justice,” according to organizers, Two Rivers Saponi-Occoneechee Association.
DEQ seeks feedback on draft river basin action plans
The public may provide feedback on draft plans for the Lumber and Tar-Pamlico river basin action strategies during a July 20 virtual information session.
ECSU adds data science, online history, social work degrees
Elizabeth City State University, one of four North Carolina Promise institutions providing affordable access to higher education, is expanding its curriculum and adding flexibility for students.
Forecasters project heat wave over Fourth of July weekend
Forecasters and health officials warn that this Fourth of July weekend the “feels like” temperatures of between 100 and 110 starting Friday can be dangerous to your health.
EMC to hear progress on habitat protection plan update
The 15-member Environmental Management Commission are scheduled to hear an update to the N.C. Coastal Habitat Protection Plan at its July 9 meeting.
DCM accepting applications for public access funding
Applicants eligible for fiscal year 2027 funding through the North Carolina Boating Infrastructure Grant, or BIG, Program must apply for the federal funds by Aug. 28.
Center to sue over lack of protections for migratory red knots
The Center for Biological Diversity said Wednesday that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has been notified about the expected legal action for the federal agency “failing to designate critical habitat for red knot shorebirds in a timely manner.”
Explore riverine islands’ natural treasures by kayak
Cape Fear River Watch invites you to join in an out-and-back paddle July 18 to Shark Tooth and Keg islands, where treasures of shells and shark teeth abound.
Federal funds advance Surf City’s beach nourishment project
Surf City’s federal beach nourishment project, more than 20 years in the making, is receiving federal funds that will allow the project to move forward to the construction phase.
Officials urge responsible behavior when visiting Masonboro
State Division of Coastal Management and New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office officials are urging visitors to Masonboro Island Reserve this holiday weekend to act responsibly on the island and surrounding waters.
Two speaker series to look at relationships of people, place
Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center is now offering two different speaker series this summer, both of which delve into the relationship between people and place.
Wildlife officers to ramp up holiday weekend water patrols
N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Law Enforcement Division is reminding boaters that officers will be increasing their presence over the holiday weekend in an effort to curtail impaired operator boating incidents.
Brunswick County issues mandatory water restrictions
Brunswick County’s latest classification as experiencing extreme drought has prompted the county’s largest water provider to implement mandatory water restrictions.
Coastal Federation announces date of 23rd Pelican Awards
The North Carolina Coastal Federation has set the date as Aug. 1 for its yearly tribute to the individuals, organizations, businesses, and partners whose dedication and achievements have made a lasting difference for the state’s coast.
