Oriental Harbor Marina is the newest certified North Carolina Clean Marina, a voluntary program under Division of Coastal Management for marinas that exceed minimum regulatory requirements.
News Briefs
State Adds 2,224 Acres to Buckridge Reserve
The Nature Conservancy, the Air Force and the state Division of Coastal Management have purchased 2,224 acres to be added to the Emily and Richardson Preyer Buckridge Coastal Reserve in Tyrrell County.
Luettich Selected as Distinguished Professor
Rick Luettich, director the UNC Institute of Marine Sciences and the Coastal Resilience Center of Excellence, has been named a UNC distinguished professor.
Officials: Avoid Algal Bloom in Chowan River
While there have been no reports of adverse health effects associated with an algal bloom near Arrowhead Beach in Edenton, state officials encourage the public to avoid contact with the large accumulation of algae.
Online Tool Provides Real-Time Flooding Data
The Flood Inundation Mapping and Alert Network, or FIMAN, has recently launched an online tool that gives residents and visitors access to real-time flood gauge data to help determine flooding risks for their area.
Manteo Gains Control of Shallowbag Bay
With recently passed legislation placing Shallowbag Bay within Manteo’s corporate limits, the town now has jurisdiction over the anchoring and mooring of vessels and authority to deal with derelict boats.
Active, Veteran Coast Guard Reunion Aug. 2
The second annual U.S. Coast Guard Reunion: Celebrating 229 years of Coast Guard History for active and veteran U.S. Coast Guardsmen is Aug. 2 on Harkers Island.
Offshore Renewable Energy Webinar July 23
A BOEM Joint Virginia and North Carolina Renewable Energy Intergovernmental Task Force webinar is set for July 23, when the public can hear more about potential offshore renewable energy projects.
Navy Issues Finding On Plan to Fill Wetlands
The Navy says its plan to permanently fill 30 acres of wetlands at the Dare County Bombing Range will cause no significant environmental damage.
Hatteras Breaks Sea Turtle Nests Record
Cape Hatteras National Seashore announced Tuesday that for the third time in five years, a sea turtle nesting record has been broken, with the discovery of the 326th nest Monday.
Group to Assess Latino Residents’ Needs
Mano al Hermano, a non-profit organization serving the Latino community in Dare County, is gathering information on the needs of the Latino community on the Outer Banks.
Lookout Closes More Beach to Vehicles
Because of the record number of sea turtle nests at Cape Lookout National Seashore, more miles of the beach have been temporarily closed to off-road vehicles.
Dare County Reentry Permits Now Online
Dare County Emergency Management has launched an online reentry permit process to allow for the permits to be obtained at any time, although the agency recommends applying now.
Survey Seeks Feedback on Storm Experience
UNCW and ECU have developed a survey to better understand the experiences of North Carolina’s coastal residents and property owners during Hurricane Florence.
Shackleford Herd Lost Oldest Mare in 2018
The oldest mare on Shackleford Banks and 10 other horses on the banks died last year but the average mortality rate has remained nearly constant for 20 years, according to the latest annual report on the herd’s health.
Astronomy Night to Celebrate Moon Landing
Cape Lookout National Seashore and the Crystal Coast Stargazers Club are offering a special Astronomy Night July 20 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing.
