Nearby residents can expect testing between 10 and 11 a.m. Wednesday.
News Briefs
Federation seeks oyster shell for habitat restoration projects
The North Carolina Coastal Federation reminds the public that numerous collections sites are available along the coast for oyster shell recycling for use in habitat restoration.
Offshore low has 30% chance of development this weekend
Forecasters said Friday that a window of more conducive conditions is likely to open this weekend, making heightened winds and heavy rains, particularly along the coast, more likely.
Officials remind aquaculture operators that permits required
The Division of Marine Fisheries warns that conducting aquaculture operations without the proper permits can result in a citation and officials could shut down the aquaculture operation.
Comment period open for various marine fisheries rules
The N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission is accepting public comment until Nov. 30 on proposed amendments and readoption of 109 rules under a state-mandated periodic review schedule.
Hatteras Lighthouse restoration options up for comment
National Parks of Eastern North Carolina Superintendent David Hallac outlined proposed work to restore and rehabilitate Cape Hatteras Lighthouse during a recent public meeting.
Tryon Palace to be taken over by Halloween spirits
“All Hallows’ Eve” will feature ghosts, witches and other creatures Oct. 23.
Emerald Isle bridge work may cause travel delays
NCDOT has resumed a project on hold since last year to extend the lifespan of the B. Cameron Langston Bridge.
Chemours assessed $300,000 for air emission violations
NCDEQ’s Division of Air Quality announced Monday the enforcement action against the Fayetteville plant for exceeding its annual air emissions limit for GenX.
NC regulators OK Atlantic Beach watershed plan
The N.C. Division of Water Resources has approved a collaborative plan to help Atlantic Beach address flooding.
Brunswick Town shoreline protection project nears finish
Scenic Consulting Group in Wilmington completed another phase of a shoreline stabilization and restoration project at the Brunswick Town and Fort Anderson historic site.
Harkers Island bridge replacement work accelerates
Contract crews will begin working at night this week to accelerate the replacement of two bridges to and from Harkers Island in Carteret County.
Nell Cropsey murder focus of next History for Lunch
The Museum of the Albemarle in Elizabeth City is going to feature the “Woeful Story of Nell Cropsey & Jim Wilcox” during its Oct. 6 History for Lunch.
Bonner Bridge Pier opens Friday to the public
The fee-free Bonner Bridge Pier had a line form before opening at 8 a.m. Friday for the first time to the public.
3 coastal airports to receive grants for improvements
Airports in Hyde, Dare and Carteret counties will receive grant funding for safety and various improvements.
Air permit issued for New Hanover log fumigation company
NCDEQ’s Division of Air Quality issued air permits for log fumigation operations at companies in New Hanover and Wayne counties.
