The latest court decision involving the Bonner Bridge over Oregon Inlet has both sides claiming victory.
News & Features
Community Farm Takes Root in Carteret
The N.C. Coastal Federation’s EarthWise farm started with a seed — first planted in the imagination of an old man and then in the soil by his children.
Now You See It… Now You Don’t
Some controversial coastal provisions that were included in earlier versions didn’t make it into the final state budget that Gov. Pat McCrory signed yesterday.
Bald Head Seeks Permit for Terminal Groin
Bald Head Island could become the first N.C. community to build a terminal groin since lawmakers reversed the ban on such structures. First, they must clear a number of hurdles.
Restored Coastal Marshes Fight Climate Change
That’s what researchers found at the N.C. Coastal Federation’s wetland restoration project in Carteret County. It’s all about the blue carbon. But what is blue carbon?
2014 Pelican Award Winners
A fisherman, a realtor and a former senator are among the 15 recipients of this year’s awards, which honor exemplary efforts to preserve and protect the coastal environment.
An End of Session Twist
The Senate came short of passing an omnibus bill, including several controversial environmental provisions, previously seen and rejected by the House.
Marina to CRC: Help Our Boats Get Wet
Boats launching from a Wilmington marina can only access the Cape Fear River at high tide. Marina owners turn to the Coastal Resources Commission today in hopes of a solution.
Hofmann Forest in Hands of the Court
With the original sale date passed, the state court system will likely decide the fate of the 79,000-acre forest in Onslow and Jones counties.
New Funding Formula Sinks Road Projects
The Mid-Currituck Bridge is one of many proposed road projects in Eastern N.C. that get short- changed in a new highway funding formula.
Study Tests LID on Large Projects
A new study shows that low-impact development can save money or real estate on large commercial projects.
County to Birds: You’re on Your Own
New Hanover County wants to be relieved of monitoring shorebirds at relocated Mason Inlet after a third of the way through a 30-year commitment.
Federation Hits Milestone on Lockwood Folly
The N.C. Coastal Federation’s recently completed oyster restoration project marks the end of years of work in the river, at least for now.
Runoff Plan Tries to Reroute the ‘Bus’
In attempt to restore two polluted creeks in Wilmington a stormwater plan attempts to change how polluted runoff moves through the watersheds.
Spartina: A Boat to Honor a Legacy
Dwight McKinney, a beloved outdoorsman, passed away in a boating accident. In his honor, the N.C. Coastal Federation will use his boat for public education and research in Manteo.
Marsh Planting Stabilizes Island
A marsh planting on Carrot Island near Beaufort will protect its rapidly eroding shoreline and show people how to control erosion without resorting to bulkheads.
