Ferry Division’s Needs Among NCDOT’s Woes
Coastal residents and the economy depend on the state’s ferry system, but disasters, shoaling, diminishing funds and an ageing fleet compound the challenge.
News & Features
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Flooding, Resilience on Legislators’ Agenda
A new legislative committee is expected to push measures addressing riverine flooding and resiliency needs as numerous bills with coastal provisions advance.
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Towns Advance Water Quality Projects
Beaufort recently installed pavement that allows stormwater to soak into the ground, one of numerous projects to improve water quality in area municipalities.
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N. Topsail Beach Eyes Shoreline Options
The public can submit comments to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers until April 14 on the proposed construction of a 2,000-foot-long terminal groin at the north end of North Topsail Beach.
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Cooper’s Budget Boosts Conservation Funds
Gov. Roy Cooper’s proposed spending plan would increase funding for conservation, parks, flood mitigation and other coastal projects.
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EPA Has Made Some Changes to PFAS Plan
Facing mounting demands, new leadership at EPA has already begun revising the previous administration’s regulatory plan for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
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Project to Remove Abandoned Boats Begins
A collaborative endeavor is underway to remove abandoned and derelict vessels from coastal NC waterways, part of a larger effort on marine debris.
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Residents Challenge South Jinks Creek Permit
Two Sunset Beach property owners have filed an application to appeal a recently modified state permit to dredge South Jinks Creek.
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Murphy Says Jetties Needed at Oregon Inlet
Congressman Greg Murphy says he supports efforts by state legislators and others that could allow long-debated jetties to be built at Oregon Inlet.
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New Stormwater Plan Puts Nature to Work
The North Carolina Coastal Federation announced Wednesday a new plan for “nature-based” solutions to stormwater-related flooding, water quality issues.
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Wright Memorial to Get Outdoor Upgrades
A new plan aims to improve the outdoor visitor experience at the Wright Brothers National Memorial, which has not changed much since 1960.
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Coastal Review Wins 9 NC Press Awards
The North Carolina Press Association recognized Coastal Review Online Friday with nine awards, including four first-place honors.
