Moores Creek National Battlefield in Currie is holding a Christmas in the Colonies special program from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 7.
News Briefs
What to Expect When Ocracoke Reopens
Though Ocracoke will open to visitors Dec. 2, some resources are available but gas, food services and lodging are limited while the community continues recovering from Hurricane Dorian.
Coastal Reserve Committee Meetings Ahead
North Carolina Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve local advisory committees will meet in December.
Rodanthe Bridge Project Update Planned
NCDOT officials are holding an informational meeting Dec. 5 on the Rodanthe “Jug Handle” Bridge project currently under construction on the Outer Banks.
NC Gets Grant for Damage to Historic Sites
The National Park Service has awarded North Carolina’s State Historic Preservation Office more than $17 million to rebuild and repair damage caused by Hurricanes Florence and Michael in 2018.
Hearings Set on Proposed Shellfish Leases
The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries will hold public hearings in Pender, Carteret and Beaufort counties in January on proposed shellfish leases in the respective counties.
FEMA Approves $1.3M More for Brunswick
FEMA and North Carolina announced nearly $1.3 million will reimburse Brunswick County for public safety activities following Hurricane Florence, bringing the county’s total to $13.8 million.
Life-Saving Station to Host Holiday Events
The Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Historic Site & Museum in Rodanthe is hosting special events and activities this week as part of their annual Season’s End Festivities.
20-Year-Old Cars Free From Emissions Test
North Carolina’s vehicle inspections requirement will exempt vehicles 20 years old beginning Dec. 1 from obtaining a yearly emissions test in the 22 counties which emissions testing is required.
New Bodie Island Hunt Blind to Open
The new, ABA accessible hunt blind and wildlife-viewing platform on Bodie Island will be open to hunters with limited mobility starting Dec. 14.
Morehead City Festival to Celebrate Oysters
Enjoy fresh, local oysters and live music with the Chairmen of the Board Nov. 30 during the fourth annual Crystal Coast Oyster Festival, which will benefit the N.C. Shellfish Growers Association.
Audubon Gets $200K for Restoration Project
Audubon North Carolina has received nearly $200,000 in grants to lead marsh restoration and resilience planning on Currituck Sound.
Ocracoke to Reopen to Visitors Dec. 2
Ocracoke will reopen to visitors Dec. 2, but there are limited lodging accommodations, food service, gas availability and other services normally available.
Hyde Commissioners OK Grant for Dorian Aid
The Hyde County Board of Commissioners has agreed to accept a $600,000 state grant for temporary housing and other assistance for Hurricane Dorian survivors.
Partnership Aims to Reduce Flooding in PKS
The North Carolina Coastal Federation is partnering with the Bogue Banks town of Pine Knoll Shores on a project to reduce flooding and protect water quality.
Bald Head Woods Reserve Reopens
The Bald Head Woods Reserve in Brunswick County reopened to visitors Monday after closure due to Hurricane Dorian.
