Offshore Wind for North Carolina will display projected images of the Wilmington East offshore wind plan Jan. 28 in the Southport Community Building.
Veterans asked to fill in survey on toxic exposure
The U.S. House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs is hosting a roundtable on efforts to address toxic exposure at 2 p.m. Wednesday and asking veterans to fill out a survey about their experiences.
EPA to probe alleged discrimination in hog farm permitting
The Environmental Protection Agency says it will investigate the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality over alleged harm to minorities from hog farm operations following a civil rights complaint.
Rain, coastal flooding threatens eastern NC this weekend
A strong low-pressure system is expected to impact eastern North Carolina late this weekend.
Aquaculture permit change to help cultivate finfish species
The state has exempted aquaculture operations from size and possession limits to make it easier for operators to breed more finfish in upland facilities.
Former DEQ chief deputy secretary now with EPA Region 4
John Nicholson, formerly with the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality, now is chief of staff in the Office of the Regional Administrator for the Environmental Protection Agency’s Region 4 in Atlanta.
Coastal Land Trust conserves 766 acres in northeast NC
The Coastal Land Trust has purchased 766 acres of floodplain forest in Bertie and Hertford Counties, which includes 3 miles along the Chowan River and more than 7 miles of Keel Creek.
Annual project to remove lost fishing gear underway
The North Carolina Coastal Federation has begun its eighth year collecting lost fishing gear in sounds on the northern and central coast.
Cherry Branch ferry runs remain reduced due to COVID-19
The Cherry Branch-Minnesott Beach ferry route will continue to run on an adjusted schedule through Jan. 17 due to COVID-19 cases and exposures.
Webinar on clean water rule’s effect on agriculture set
A virtual meeting is set for 10:30 a.m. Tuesday to review the effects of former, current and proposed changes to the regulatory definition of Waters of the United States and explore what the changes will mean for farmers and their property.
National Park Service offers free entry on special days
All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee, including Wright Brothers National Memorial, will offer free admission to everyone on a handful of special days.
Program on South’s free people of color kicks off series
Warren Milteer Jr., history professor at University of North Carolina Greensboro will present the program Jan. 18 during the North Carolina Maritime Museum’s Third Tuesday Lectures.
Governor recommits to a clean energy economy
Gov. Roy Cooper on Friday signed an executive order with new emissions-reduction goals and calling for new ways to reach carbon neutrality, prioritize environmental justice and develop clean energy transportation options.
New Hanover County’s 24th TreeFest postponed
The effort to help area homeowners rebuild the tree population wiped out by hurricanes Bertha and Fran is set for Jan. 14-15 at Independence Mall.
Commission to vote on permanent wetland protection rules
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission is set to meet Wednesday and Thursday via remote access.
Wildlife Commission rule changes virtual hearing Jan. 20
The public hearing is to review the 2022-2023 proposed regulation changes to inland fishing, hunting, trapping, game lands and other regulated activities.
