The new Uniform Floodplain Management Policy updates design and construction requirements for state government buildings in flood-prone areas for the first time in more than 30 years.
Public comment period extended on proposed coastal rules
The Coastal Resources Commission is giving the public more time to submit written comments on a series of proposed temporary rules state coastal management officials say are critical in day-to-day operations.
Ocean Isle Marina receives state Clean Marina certification
The Clean Marina program illustrates how marina operators can help safeguard the environment by using best management and operation techniques that exceed environmental requirements.
Wilmington traffic patterns to change amid bridge repairs
Both of the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge’s eastbound lanes are set to close at 7 p.m. Monday for work on the grid deck.
Volunteers can learn to protect wild horses, inform public
Volunteers are needed for a program called Pony Patrol to help to boost community awareness, protect wild horses, and increase visitor compliance regarding wild horse rules and guidelines at Shackleford Banks and Rachel Carson Reserve.
Cold-stunned turtles taken to NC Aquariums for treatment
Sea turtles rescued from frigid waters during the recent cold snap are being rehabilitated at North Carolina Aquariums at Roanoke Island and Pine Knoll Shores.
Tancred Miller named new Coastal Management director
Tancred Miller becomes the new Division of Coastal Management director effective Monday.
NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores closes boardwalk
Work to replace deck boards and make other improvements is expected to be completed by the end of May, when a date for the walkway to reopen will be announced.
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse set for $19.2 million restoration
This first phase of the project includes rehabilitating the interior and restoring the exterior of the lighthouse, repairing and replacing deteriorated materials and finishes, and landscape improvements.
New Hanover County sues PFAS product makers, vendors
More than a dozen chemical manufacturers and companies that sell products made with PFAS are included in a lawsuit New Hanover County filed in Superior Court last week.
BOEM seeks comment on proposed offshore wind leases
The Bureau of Ocean Management has opened the public comment period for its draft environmental assessment of potential wind lease areas offshore of Delaware, Maryland and Virginia.
Coastal native plant talk to show the role of resilient species
N.C. Cooperative Extension’s Amy Mead will present “Life on the Coast is Easy? How Native Plants are Built for Life Near the Beach” Feb. 7 at the Crystal Coast Civic Center in Morehead City.
State accepting grant applications for beach access improvement projects
Local governments in the 20 coastal counties can use the funds for walkways, dune crossovers, restrooms, parking areas, piers, land acquisition or urban waterfront revitalization.
Science centers receive $2.4M to promote STEM education
Several science centers on the coast are among the 53 statewide to be awarded a total of $2.4 million through the North Carolina Science Museums grant program.
$10M available for coastal storm damage recovery projects
The Division of Water Resources oversees the Coastal Storm Damage Mitigation Fund that provides grants to local governments for beach nourishment or dune projects.
STEM-based mentor program open for high school girls
The Department of Administration is accepting applications until Feb. 26 for a four-week, paid mentorship with state government leaders for North Carolina high school girls.