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News Briefs
Comments Sought on Proposed Hunt Blind
Cape Hatteras National Seashore seeks public comment until Jan. 8, 2019, on a proposed accessible hunt blind and wildlife-viewing platform on Bodie Island.
NC’s Fisheries Declared Federal Disaster
The US Commerce secretary approved Friday Gov. Roy Cooper’s request for a disaster declaration related to damage to North Carolina’s marine fishing industry in Hurricane Florence.
Toast to the Coast Oyster Roast Dec. 15
Outer Banks Distilling in Manteo and local oyster growers are supporting the North Carolina Coastal Federation’s efforts to restore habitats with the Dec. 15 Toast to the Coast Oyster Roast fundraising event.
EPA Proposes Looser Coal Plant Rules
The Trump Administration proposed Thursday to roll back Obama-era pollution regulations on coal power plants and pave the way for construction of new coal-fired power plants.
Cape Fear Museum Now Smithsonian Affiliate
Cape Fear Museum and New Hanover County officially announced this week that the museum has been designated a Smithsonian Affiliate.
Oyster Restoration Fundraiser Set in Durham
Eastcut Sandwich Bar, Ponysaurus Brewing Co. and the North Carolina Coastal Federation are hosting Dec. 15 in Durham Oysters + Oyster Saison + NC Coast + Live Music to raise funds for oyster restoration work.
NPS Enters Into Oregon Inlet Marina Lease
The National Park Service has entered into a lease with Oregon Inlet Marinas, LLC, to provide for the maintenance and continued operation of Oregon Inlet Marina for use as a charter boat marina.
Report: Florence Broke 28 Flood Records
The U.S. Geological Survey has confirmed what many residents of the Carolinas already knew: Hurricane Florence brought record flooding.
Dare, Nags Head Protest Seismic Decision
The Dare County chairman and Nags Head’s mayor have sent a letter protesting the National Marine Fisheries Service’s recent decision to approve seismic testing for oil and natural gas off the East Coast.
Seismic Survey Firms Get MMPA Approval
The Trump administration advanced Friday the move to drill for oil and natural gas off the East Coast, approving authorizations for five seismic survey companies to harm marine mammals.
Feds to Extend Review of Red Wolf Rule
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says it will extend its review of a proposed rule to adapt its management of red wolves in North Carolina in light of a recent federal court ruling.
Lake Mattamuskeet Plan to be Unveiled
A public symposium will be held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 3 in Engelhard to review the final Lake Mattamuskeet Watershed Restoration Plan.
State Proposes Chemours Pay $12M Penalty
The state Department of Environmental Quality is accepting until Dec. 21 public comment on a proposed consent order that will require Chemours to drastically reduce GenX air emissions, provide permanent replacement drinking water supplies and pay a $12 million civil penalty.
Hazard Mitigation Program Open House Set
An open house 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday on the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Program is being offered for flood-prone property owners in Jacksonville.
Carteret to Re-advertise Beach Project Bid
With only one bid received by deadline Tuesday, Carteret County will have to wait until a second and final bid opening on Dec. 4 before considering awarding a contract for a major Bogue Banks beach re-nourishment project planned for this winter.
