Jones co-sponsors bill to delay flood insurance rate increases Today, Congressman Walter B. Jones, R-N.C., attended a press conference in support of the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act, legislation he is co-sponsoring to delay implementation of large flood insurance rate increases in Eastern North Carolina. The bipartisan bill would prevent enactment of certain parts of […]
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USFWS releases S-curves beach nourishment draft compatibility determination for public review
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has released the draft compatibility determination for the S-Curves beach nourishment interim protection for Highway 12 project to the public for review and comment until Nov. 8. The work proposed will be conducted on Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Comments are being sought on the benefits and impacts from […]
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All Outer Banks Group parks have reopened
All of the parks in the Outer Banks Group have now reopened, including Cape Hatteras National Seashore, the Wright Brothers National Memorial, and Fort Raleigh National Historic site. Park facilities and Cape Hatteras National Seashore beach access ramps to popular park beaches, all oceanside and soundside beach areas have been evaluated for safe access for […]
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10th annual HICF Fun Run saw fewer runners but plenty of spirit …WITH SLIDE SHOW
atteras Island Cancer Foundation’s annual 5K Fun Run has become one of the most fun, festive, and community-centered charity events on the island. And this year’s race was no exception. The event took place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12, and was once again held in Avon, with the Sun Realty parking lot serving […]
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TINY art makes a big splash …WITH SLIDE SHOW
The Indian Town Gallery was crowded with people this past Saturday evening as guests mingled amidst the vast and diverse catalog of artwork displayed throughout store. At first glance, the event appeared to be a typical art exhibit, but it was far more unique in that 71 small works of art captured the attention of […]
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Griggs Lumber takes over Dare Building Supply
Griggs Lumber takes over Dare Building Supply Dare Building Supply Co. closed its doors earlier this year after almost 50 years in the Hatteras community, a loss mourned by builders, repair people, and do-it-yourself folks. However, on Sept. 23, the building supplier reopened as Griggs Lumber, and the new owners are hoping for a seamless […]
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SELC action will further delay the critical Bonner Bridge replacement
The Southern Environmental Law Center today asked the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit in Richmond, Va., to overturn a North Carolina federal district judge’s ruling that would allow construction to begin on the Bonner Bridge replacement project. In a news release, the North Carolina Department of Transportation said, “The appeal will mean […]
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Ferry crew rescues two from overturned sailboat off Ocracoke
The 8 p.m. North Carolina ferry run from Ocracoke to Cedar Island turned into a daring rescue mission Thursday night, as the crew of the M/V Cedar Island pulled two survivors of a sailboat accident from the rough waters of Pamlico Sound. John and Renee Hoffman of Raleigh were sailing in Big Foot Slough […]
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UPDATE: NCDOT allowed to intervene in Bonner Bridge permit challenge
The North Carolina Department of Transportation can now participate in an action filed by the Southern Environmental Law Center in the North Carolina Office of Administrative Hearings challenging the issuance of the Coastal Area Management Act permit, a required state permit for replacing the Bonner Bridge. The Honorable Julian Mann III issued the order allowing […]
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Ferry System begins transition to off-season schedules Oct. 1
Ferry System begins transition to off-season schedules Oct. 1 The kids are back in school and temperatures are starting to fall. Now, the North Carolina Ferry Division is set to conclude its 2013 summer season by transitioning to its regular off-season schedules on four of its popular routes beginning next week. The following […]
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