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N.C. Coastal Management to conduct training for local permit officers
May 13, 2026
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management will host a training workshop for local permit officers on May 20-21 in Swansboro. The session covers rule updates, permitting processes, legal issues, planning initiatives, enforcement practices and fieldwork techniques relevant to managing coastal resources.
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Webinar will focus on development of new Blue Crab stock assessment
May 6, 2026
North Carolina's Division of Marine Fisheries will host a webinar on May 28 updating progress toward a new Blue Crab stock assessment. Scientists plan to discuss recent findings, changes in methodology, and invite public feedback as concerns remain over declining crab populations.
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Marine Fisheries Commission to meet May 13-14 in New Bern
May 6, 2026
The North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission will meet in New Bern from May 13-14 with opportunities for public input both in person and online. Key topics include rulemaking for Atlantic Bonito management and updates on various fisheries issues.
Read more →State agencies to kick off 2026 heat season with informational meeting
May 5, 2026
North Carolina state agencies are hosting a virtual meeting on May 11 focused on preparing communities for extreme summer heat. Officials plan to share forecasts, highlight new tools like a statewide monitor system, discuss prevention strategies against heat illness, and provide information about available resources.
Read more →Nine North Carolina teachers receive Kenan Fellowships for energy sector education
May 5, 2026
Nine North Carolina teachers have been chosen as Kenan Fellows to bring real-world energy sector experience into their classrooms. The program includes hands-on industry immersion funded by NC DEQ's State Energy Office. Participants aim to inspire student interest in growing clean-energy careers.
Read more →Draft Cape Fear River Basin plan available for public comment through Aug. 4
May 5, 2026
North Carolina's Department of Environmental Quality is seeking public input on its draft plan for managing water quality across the Cape Fear River Basin until August 4. The proposal reviews pollution trends over two decades while addressing concerns about chemicals like PFAS.
Read more →North Carolina recreational Red Snapper season will open for 62 days
May 4, 2026
North Carolina's Division of Marine Fisheries will open its recreational Red Snapper season for two months this summer as part of a new data collection pilot program using a mobile app. Anglers must register through specific channels depending on whether they are private or charter operators.
Read more →N.C. Environmental Management Commission to meet May 13-14
April 29, 2026
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission will meet on May 13-14 in Raleigh. The public can attend both in person or online as key environmental policies are discussed.
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North Carolina Coastal Resources Commission to meet April 15-16 in Ocean Isle Beach
April 21, 2026
The North Carolina Coastal Resources Commission will meet April 15-16 in Ocean Isle Beach. The public can attend in person or online and participate during a scheduled comment period.
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