Forecasters and health officials warn that this Fourth of July weekend the “feels like” temperatures of between 100 and 110 starting Friday can be dangerous to your health.
EMC to hear progress on habitat protection plan update
The 15-member Environmental Management Commission are scheduled to hear an update to the N.C. Coastal Habitat Protection Plan at its July 9 meeting.
DCM accepting applications for public access funding
Applicants eligible for fiscal year 2027 funding through the North Carolina Boating Infrastructure Grant, or BIG, Program must apply for the federal funds by Aug. 28.
Center to sue over lack of protections for migratory red knots
The Center for Biological Diversity said Wednesday that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has been notified about the expected legal action for the federal agency “failing to designate critical habitat for red knot shorebirds in a timely manner.”
Explore riverine islands’ natural treasures by kayak
Cape Fear River Watch invites you to join in an out-and-back paddle July 18 to Shark Tooth and Keg islands, where treasures of shells and shark teeth abound.
Federal funds advance Surf City’s beach nourishment project
Surf City’s federal beach nourishment project, more than 20 years in the making, is receiving federal funds that will allow the project to move forward to the construction phase.
Officials urge responsible behavior when visiting Masonboro
State Division of Coastal Management and New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office officials are urging visitors to Masonboro Island Reserve this holiday weekend to act responsibly on the island and surrounding waters.
Two speaker series to look at relationships of people, place
Core Sound Waterfowl Museum and Heritage Center is now offering two different speaker series this summer, both of which delve into the relationship between people and place.
Wildlife officers to ramp up holiday weekend water patrols
N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Law Enforcement Division is reminding boaters that officers will be increasing their presence over the holiday weekend in an effort to curtail impaired operator boating incidents.
Brunswick County issues mandatory water restrictions
Brunswick County’s latest classification as experiencing extreme drought has prompted the county’s largest water provider to implement mandatory water restrictions.
Coastal Federation announces date of 23rd Pelican Awards
The North Carolina Coastal Federation has set the date as Aug. 1 for its yearly tribute to the individuals, organizations, businesses, and partners whose dedication and achievements have made a lasting difference for the state’s coast.
Brunswick nuclear plant warning sirens to be tested July 1
Emergency management officials in Brunswick and New Hanover counties are scheduled to test Duke Energy’s network of warning sirens around its Brunswick Nuclear Plant on July 1.
Supreme Court sides with herbicide maker in lymphoma case
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of the maker of the herbicide Roundup and the Trump administration in rejecting the claims of a Missouri man with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Tryon Palace to celebrate 250 years during Glorious Fourth
“Tryon Palace Glorious 4th: An A250 NC Event” is scheduled for 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 4, at the historic site in downtown New Bern.
Hatteras-Ocracoke vehicle ferry resumes summer schedule
The vehicle ferry that carries travelers between Hatteras and Ocracoke is back to the full summer schedule now that nighttime dredging of Sloop Channel is complete.
1776 NC Constitution exhibit part of ‘Capitol 250’ July 4 fest
State Archives to display original state constitutional documents as part of the all-day “Capitol 250: NC Freedom Fest” 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 4 in downtown Raleigh.
