Brunswick County’s latest classification as experiencing extreme drought has prompted the county’s largest water provider to implement mandatory water restrictions.
Holden Beach
Brunswick County water customers asked to limit use
Brunswick County Public Utilities customers are being asked to cut back on their water usage after the county declared a stage 1 water conservation alter Tuesday afternoon.
Holden Beach Turtle Patrol unveils 2026 T-shirt design
“Every Turtle Counts … Every Action
Matters,” is the message selected to reflect the organization’s “shared commitment to sea turtle conservation, education and environmental stewardship.”
Holden Beach turtle patrol launches adopt-a-nest program
The all-volunteer turtle patrol on Holden Beach is launching an adopt-a-nest program for the upcoming nesting season.
Apply now to join Holden Beach turtle watch program
The Holden Beach Turtle Watch Program is accepting applications for volunteers for the 2026 sea turtle nesting season.
Holden Beach Turtle Patrol to open T-shirt design contest
If you love sea turtles and have a talent for graphic design, consider donating your design for the Holden Beach Turtle Watch Program’s 2026 T-shirt design contest open Sept. 15-Oct. 15.
Holden Beach moves to place pier decision in voters’ hands
Town commissioners have given unanimous approval to a plan to hold a $7.3 million bond referendum in November to replace the damaged fishing pier.
Brunswick Public Utilities lifts water conservation alert
Officials said that recent rainfall and residents’ efforts to conserve water contributed to sustainable levels for the county’s water system.
First turtle patrol beach sweep nets 120 pounds of trash
More than 120 pounds of trash, predominately plastics, were picked up off Holden Beach’s ocean shore during the Holden Beach Turtle Patrol’s first beach sweep.
Holden Beach Turtle Patrol readies for summer programming
Holden Beach Turtle Watch Program, also referred to as “Turtle Patrol,” is planning to offer educational programs throughout the summer starting June 18.
Grants OK’d for Emerald Isle, Holden Beach
State and FEMA officials have announced more than $54.9 million in grants have been approved for hurricane- and tropical storm-related beach damage in Emerald Isle and Holden Beach.
