Dr. Alex Hodges, a clinical professor in ECU’s college of nursing, will present “Ready for Change: Building Effective Climate Readiness” at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 23, in the Coastal Studies Institute in Wanchese.
Outer Banks
Park Service seeks public input on managing Ocracoke herd
Cape Hatteras National Seashore officials are looking for comments on the development of management plan for the horses under its care on Ocracoke Island.
Outer Banks group begins Adopt a Sea Turtle Nest program
For a donation of $100 or more to the nonprofit Outer Banks Forever, supporters can symbolically adopt a sea turtle nest at Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
Measure would order restored protection for Jockey’s Ridge
Sen. Bobby Hanig has proposed language that would direct the Coastal Resources Commission to implement its longstanding rule protecting Jockey’s Ridge until the commission can adopt a permanent rule that again defines the massive dune as an area of environmental concern.
Corps says it will remove pipe, test soil at Buxton for fuel
The Corps of Engineers announced Monday that the Savanah District Formerly Used Defense Site, or FUDS, program will remove a pipe and sample soil from Buxton Beach to determine if it is the potential source of petroleum fumes and sheens.
Hatteras museum to reopen, Beaufort boat show ahead
N.C. Maritime Museums system is readying for the reopening of the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum in Hatteras and the annual Wooden Boat Show in Beaufort this weekend.
‘Save Our Sand Dunes’ recalls fight to save Jockey’s Ridge
The newly released children’s book is about the history of Jockey’s Ridge and the Baum family who spearheaded the campaign to save the landmark 50 years ago.
Oregon Inlet Fishing Center cuts ribbon for new building
The new, climate-resistant Oregon Inlet marina facility features a restaurant, dedicated charter reservation area, event space and stunning views.
Regulatory dispute over Jockey’s Ridge frustrates officials
The Coastal Resources Commission and Rules Review Commission are to head to court over regulatory language disputes that are putting Jockey’s Ridge protections in jeopardy.
Annual Earth Day cleanup at Southern Shores this weekend
Volunteers are needed for the three-day cleanup that will focus on different areas in town.
Outer Banks educators gear up for annual Earth Day fair
Taking place April 20, Earth Fair OBX will feature organizations that work to preserve the state’s coastal ecosystems.
CSI, ECU to host annual open house at Outer Banks campus
Visitors will be able to tour the campus, grounds and facilities, learn about current research and education programs, take part in family-friendly activities and interact with faculty and staff.
Pamlico Sound ferries begin offering 3 round trips daily
The additional runs were added Tuesday for the Cedar Island-Ocracoke and Swan Quarter-Ocracoke routes.
Ocracoke festival aims to keep alive carving traditions
Organizers are putting the final touches on the sixth annual Ocracoke Island Waterfowl Festival scheduled for the third weekend of April in the Ocracoke School gymnasium.
Old Manns Harbor Bridge to close for repairs in mid-May
During what is expected to be about a six-month closure of the 69-year-old bridge, all 313 concrete spans on the bridge will be repaired and each of the 170 expansion joints will be replaced.
‘R’ you ready for April?
A mallard strikes a semaphore-like pose signaling the letter “R” as viewed over the weekend from the dike at the Roanoke Island Marshes Dedicated Nature Preserve. Covering almost 1,900 acres of marsh and wetlands, the preserve is possibly the least well-known of the protected natural areas on the Outer Banks. Although most of the preserve is impenetrable, a 1.3-mile trail along an impoundment is, at times, a birder’s delight. Photo: Kip Tabb