The N.C. Coastal Resources Commission’s Science Panel will meet Tuesday at the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Craven County Center in New Bern.
News Briefs
Volunteers Needed for Spring Litter Sweep
Businesses, community groups and others from across the state are needed April 11-25 to help clean up trash along roads during the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s annual Spring Litter Sweep.
Storm Recovery Funds Available through DEQ
The state Department of Environmental Quality is accepting project applications from coastal cities and towns for funding to help recover from hurricane damage.
Ferry Division to Hold Career Fairs in March
The state Department of Transportation’s Ferry Division is holding career fairs March 13 in Hatteras and March 19 in Morehead City to speak with potential employees for temporary and full-time positions.
Marine Science Academy Applications Open
Rising seventh, eighth and ninth graders in Carteret and Craven counties can apply through April 22 for the June 22-26 Brad Sneeden Marine Science Academy in Carteret County.
$7.7M Secured for NC Fisheries Assistance
Gov. Roy Cooper’s office says $7.7 million in federal fisheries disaster assistance has been secured for the state, part of a $65 million appropriation by Congress for fishery disasters nationwide in 2019.
Talk to Highlight Carteret’s Prominent Women
Storyteller Rodney Kemp will talk about more than 50 prominent Carteret County women Friday during the monthly program, Fridays With Rodney at the History Museum Of Carteret County in Morehead City.
Coalition Presents Stewardship Awards
The Lower Cape Fear Stewardship Development Coalition has recognized a handful of southeastern North Carolina development projects for their approaches to design and construction.
Trust Conserves 350 Acres Near New Bern
The Coastal Land Trust has completed its fourth acquisition in two years with funds it received from the settlement of the Havelock bypass lawsuit, setting aside for conservation nearly 350 acres on County Line Road near New Bern.
Forest Service Plans Croatan Prescribed Fires
The U.S. Forest Service says it plans to conduct prescribed burns Monday in two areas of the Croatan National Forest.
Risk Communication Webinar March 11
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office for Coastal Management is hosting an interactive webinar March 11 on the seven best practices for risk communication.
Onslow Shellfish Leases Hearing Canceled
The state Division of Marine Fisheries is hosting a public hearing on proposed shellfish leases in Onslow County at 6 p.m. March 26 in the Sneads Ferry Branch Public Library.
Moores Creek Battlefield to be Closed Sunday
Moores Creek National Battlefield in Pender County will be closed Sunday as a safety measure while a controlled burn is conducted in the park.
Recreation Flounder Season Aug. 16-Sept. 30
North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries announced this week that the 2020 recreational flounder season will be Aug. 16 through Sept. 30 for internal and ocean waters of the state.
EPA: Criminal PFAS Investigations Underway
The Environmental Protection Agency says it has multiple criminal investigations underway concerning pollution from per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
Surf City Set For Mountains To Sea Trail Event
Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, a nonprofit organization that builds, maintains, protects and promotes the statewide Mountains-to-Sea Trail, is set to hold its annual Gathering of Friends March 26-29 in Surf City.
