The final pass for storm debris collection by North Carolina Department of Transportation contractors for Carteret, Craven, Jones and Pamlico counties is set for January.
News Briefs
North Topsail Beach Planner Posts Survey
North Topsail Beach is asking residents, property owners and others to complete an online survey about various issues associated with growth and development to assist officials in updating the town’s land use plan.
Jones, NC Aquariums Weigh In On Seismic
Rep. Walter B. Jones Jr. and the North Carolina Aquariums both stated in recent days their opposition to seismic exploration for oil and natural gas of the East Coast.
Agencies Announce Clean Water Rule Rewrite
The Trump administration unveiled Tuesday a rewrite of the federal “waters of the United States” rule protecting wetlands and streams from pollution.
Groups Sue to Block Seismic Exploration
A coalition of environmental organizations has filed a lawsuit against the federal government under the Marine Mammal Protection Act to block seismic exploration for oil and natural gas off the East Coast.
Living Shorelines Workshops Planned
Two living shorelines workshops are scheduled for February at the Coastal Studies Institute in Wanchese.
NC Wins $23M to Replace Rural Bridges
North Carolina won a $23 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation BUILD to replace 77 of bridges in 17 of the state’s most economically distressed counties.
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.
