Press Releases

State environmental agency recognized as Best Workplace for Commuters

It might be hard to believe, but getting to work for some state employees can be one of the most enjoyable times of the day. That is, if they’re not driving in Raleigh traffic.

Marine Fisheries Commission adopts stricter blue crab regulations

The North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission adopted stricter blue crab regulations at its meeting last week. The measures are meant to improve the condition of the state’s blue crab stock.

People invited to comment on proposed cleanup plan for manufacturing site in Brevard

People are invited to provide their comments on a proposed cleanup plan for the former DuPont manufacturing facility in Brevard.

State coastal agency to survey beachgoers about coastal access

North Carolina beachgoers may be asked to participate in a survey about public beach and waterfront access this summer.

State releases deadlines for coal ash pond closures, will request changes to coal ash law

The state environmental department today released proposed classifications for all coal ash ponds in North Carolina, while at the same time asking the General Assembly to allow the reconsideration of those classifications 18 months from now.  The classifications are based on the current risk

Joint Law Enforcement Agreement Advisory Group Meeting Set

The Joint Law Enforcement Agreement Advisory Group will meet at 5 p.m. June 1 at the Craven County Agricultural Center, 300 Industrial Drive, New Bern.

The advisory group will discuss whether the state should enter into a joint law enforcement agreement with the federal government.

New report highlights economic value of coastal region’s natural resources

Natural resources in the Albemarle-Pamlico Sound region provide greater and more diverse economic benefits than previously thought, according to a new report.

State Marine Fisheries Commission to meet next week in Morehead City

The North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission will meet May 18-20 at the Crystal Coast Civic Center, 3505 Arendell St., Morehead City.

MEDIA ADVISORY: Rachel Carson Reserve to hold Local Advisory Committee meeting May 17

The Local Advisory Committee for the Rachel Carson component of the N.C. National Estuarine Research Reserve will meet at 3:30 p.m. May 17 at the NOAA/NCNERR Administration Building, 101 Pivers Island Rd., Beaufort, N.C. On the agenda will be the results of a reserve shoreline analysis.

Moderate drought conditions return to western North Carolina

Seventeen counties in the western part of the state are experiencing a moderate drought due to lack of adequate rainfall, according to Thursday’s federal drought map. The last time any part of the state experienced drought conditions was September 2015.