The North Carolina Press Association recently announced seven awards for Coastal Review in the association’s annual editorial contest, including top prizes in two categories.
News Briefs
Tryon Palace to celebrate America’s 250th birthday early
“Rev War Day: Here Comes the 250th!” is to begin at 10 a.m. Saturday with a parade at Tryon Palace in downtown New Bern.
DMF asks anglers to donate red snapper carcasses
The Division of Marine Fisheries has set up three temporary drop-off spots, in addition to the 12 carcass collection locations throughout the year, where recreational fishermen can take their red snapper carcasses.
‘Home of the Venus Flytrap’ specialty plates soon available
The specialty license plate featuring the Venus flytrap supports the North Carolina Botanical Garden Foundation and will be available in a few months.
Committee to review proposed oyster, clam rule changes
Division of Marine Fisheries staff and Oyster/Hard Clam Fishery Management Plan Advisory Committee members are scheduled to meet July 15-17 to review draft amendments to eastern oyster and hard clam fishery management plans.
Deadline July 17 for input on future transportation projects
The Department of Transportation asks that people comment on projects, such as whether they see them as priorities, for the next long-range capital plan.
State to review NOAA’s proposed ‘speed rule’ changes
The state is accepting comments for its review on proposed vessel speed limit changes that federal officials say would further reduce North Atlantic right whale mortalities.
Permeable pavement project underway at UNCW
Partners say that by replacing conventional asphalt with permeable pavement on the UNCW campus, they will help improve water quality in the nearby Bradley Hewletts Creek Watersheds.
Emergency response training for Spanish speakers set
Being offered in Spanish, the course is scheduled for July 12-14 in Wilmington, and is through the Community Emergency Response Team, or CERT, program.
Dangerous heat forecast for July Fourth weekend activities
Health officials advise residents to prepare for the extreme heat expected throughout the weekend, when most folks head outside — including those who seldom do.
Environmental Management Commission to meet July 10-11
Committee agendas include DEQ’s proposed groundwater and surface water standards for PFAS.
Suds for Sharks to highlight conservation, research
All donations from the July 10 fundraiser in Atlantic Beach will go to the North Carolina Aquarium Conservation Action Committee’s shark conservation projects.
Overhead lines
Lines of clouds move over Askin near New Bern and the power lines overhead as part of a weekend weather front. Photo: Dylan Ray
Oak Island swimming advisory lifted
The state Recreational Water Quality Program on Wednesday lifted the below advisory posted Tuesday because floodwaters had rescinded, and pumping ceased.
Supreme Court undoes longstanding federal agency power
The majority of justices agreed that the precedent in the challenges to a National Marine Fisheries Service rule brought by fishing companies was fundamentally misguided.
Fire danger moderates; Brunswick County burn ban in effect
The burn ban was issued for the unincorporated areas of Brunswick County effective 8 a.m. Friday, as Forest Service officials discourage burning statewide.
