Dare County commissioners are expected next month to consider a plan to help finance beach renourishment projects in Southern Shores and Avon.
News Briefs
Brunswick Nuclear Plant Sirens to be Tested
The outdoor warning sirens around the Brunswick Nuclear Plant will be tested on the morning of Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021.
Hatteras Oyster Roast Postponed Until 2022
The North Carolina Coastal Federation’s planned February 2021 Hatteras Island Oyster Roast, an annual event to promote local seafood and culture, has been postponed until 2022.
State Fines Moyock Sewage System Operator
NCDEQ’s Division of Water Resources has fined Sandler Utilities at Mill Run, LLC $62,517.96 for failure to effectively manage, maintain and operate its sewer collection system for 400-home subdivision in Moyock.
Your Christmas Tree Can Save A Dune
After the holidays, natural Christmas trees can be put to use in dune restoration and for sand fencing, but be sure to follow state rules.
Dredging/Beach Renourishment Set to Begin
Staging is underway for an $18 million combined channel maintenance and beach renourishment project for Morehead City Harbor and Bogue Banks that is expected to begin Jan. 5.
Report Cold-Stunned Spotted Seatrout: DMF
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries is reminding the public to report any cold-stunned spotted seatrout they may see in North Carolina coastal waters.
Panel Eyes Future of Hatteras Inlet Navigation
Realignment of the federal channel and the Corps’ proposal to expand the area included in the existing federal authorization for Rollinson Channel could help in addressing challenges in the management of Hatteras Inlet.
Biden Names Climate Team
President-elect Joe Biden’s team announced Thursday his selections for the climate team.
DEQ Secretary Michael Regan to Head EPA
President-elect Joe Biden has selected North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Secretary Michael Regan to lead the Environmental Protection Agency.
Striped Bass Harvest Reductions in Place
Stricter harvest restrictions will take effect Jan. 1 for commercial and recreational striped bass fisheries in the Albemarle Sound Management Area.
Ocracoke Ferry Runs Trimmed Due to COVID
Because of a COVID-19-related temporary staff shortage, ferry service will be reduced Dec. 22-28 between Cedar Island, Swan Quarter and Ocracoke.
Forest Service Targets Nonnative Plants
The National Forest Service is calling for public comment on a proposed plan to control terrestrial and aquatic nonnative invasive plant species on its lands in North Carolina.
NCDEQ’s Regan Top Contender to Lead EPA
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Secretary Michael Regan has emerged as the top contender to lead the Environmental Protection Agency.
Historic Photos Celebrate 150 Years of Light
A new, historic photo exhibit honoring the 150th anniversary of the first lighting of Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is on display in the lighthouse’s visitor center and bookstore through spring 2021.
Reserve Cape Lookout Cabins Starting Jan. 6
Cape Lookout National Seashore officials will begin accepting reservations Jan. 6 for Great Island Cabin Camp, which will be open March 12, 2021, through Nov. 27, 2021.
