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The N.C. Coastal Reserve and National Estuarine Research Reserve, part of the Division of Coastal Management in the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality, recently held a dedication ceremony for Bald Head Woods Reserve.

Audiencia pública programada para discutir el proyecto del puente Mid-Currituck

La División de Recursos Hídricos del Departamento de Calidad Ambiental de Carolina del Norte ha anunciado una audiencia pública para discutir la solicitud de certificación 401 de calidad del agua.

Barrier Fencing Supply announces 151 jobs with new HQ in Columbus County

Governor Josh Stein announced that Barrier Fencing Supply Company plans to create 151 jobs in North Carolina with a new headquarters and manufacturing center in Columbus County.

Public hearing set for Mid-Currituck Bridge water quality impact review

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Water Resources has scheduled a public hearing on February 27 at the Currituck County Center.

Marine Fisheries Commission set for quarterly meeting in Kitty Hawk

The North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission is scheduled to convene on March 12-13 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Kitty Hawk, N.C. The meeting will commence at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12, featuring a public comment session.

Alma S. Adams announces rescheduling and reacts to current events

In recent social media updates from February 19-20, 2025, Rep. Alma S. Adams announced changes to her town hall schedule due to inclement weather and shared insights on political and educational issues including the suspension of the 1890 Scholars...

North Carolinians rally against GOP candidate Jefferson Griffin's vote challenge

Thousands of North Carolinians participated in rallies over the President's Day weekend to protest against Jefferson Griffin, a GOP state Supreme Court candidate.

North Carolina sees significant decline in poverty over last decade

North Carolina has made significant strides in reducing poverty over the past decade, according to data from the Small Area Income and Poverty Estimates (SAIPE) program by the U.S. Census Bureau.

NCDEQ schedules public hearing on Carteret County shellfish leases

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Marine Fisheries has announced a public hearing regarding proposed shellfish leases in Carteret County.

North Carolina launches strategic guide supporting tech coalitions

The N.C. Board of Science, Technology, and Innovation has released a new report designed to support technology coalitions in North Carolina.

Provalus announces new center bringing jobs and investment to Edenton

Governor Josh Stein announced that Provalus, an information technology outsourcing firm, will establish a Center of Excellence in Edenton, North Carolina.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools shares updates on virtual learning and weather impacts

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has issued updates concerning virtual learning initiatives and scheduling changes due to weather conditions as of February 18-19, 2025.

Chatsworth Products invests $11 million in New Bern expansion

Governor Josh Stein has announced that Chatsworth Products, Inc. (CPI), a manufacturer of IT equipment, will expand its facility in New Bern, Craven County.

Marine Fisheries resolves observer trip scheduling system issue

An issue affecting the phone system of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Marine Fisheries' Observer Trip Scheduling System has been resolved.

Animal waste spill prompts response from North Carolina environmental agency

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Division of Water Resources (DWR) has responded to an animal waste spill affecting Doctors Creek in Duplin County.

North Carolina DEQ begins Reedy Creek Lab Campus expansion

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has initiated the expansion and renovation of its Reedy Creek Lab Campus in Raleigh.

Marine Fisheries Commission reschedules meeting due to weather concerns

The N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission has rescheduled its meeting originally planned for this week to March 12-13.

Duke Health partners open new rehabilitation hospital in Apex