Press Releases

State certifies new state record for White Perch

The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries recently certified a new state record for White Perch (Morone americana).

Burlington reports 1,4 dioxane discharge in wastewater

The City of Burlington has notified the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Water Resources of elevated 1,4 dioxane levels discharged into the Haw River from the South Burlington Wastewater Treatment Plant.

DAQ to Hold Public Hearing for Anson Gas Producers Draft Air Quality Permit

The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ) will hold a public hearing on a draft Title V air quality permit for Anson Gas Producers, LLC.

Department of Environmental Quality names new coastal management director

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality has named Tancred Miller as the new director of the Division of Coastal Management (DCM) effective Jan. 29.

Division of Marine Fisheries seeks spotted seatrout advisers

The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries is looking for commercial and recreational fishermen, scientists and other interested parties to sit on the Spotted Seatrout Fishery Management Plan Advisory Committee.

MEDIA ADVISORY: Public hearing scheduled for proposed Pender County shellfish leases

The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries will hold a public hearing on proposed shellfish leases in Pender County at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31. The hearing will be held in-person at the Surf City Municipal Complex, Council Chambers, 214 Florence Way, Hampstead, and by WebEx.

Viable Utility Committee of the State Water Infrastructure Authority to meet Jan. 30 by Teleconference

The Viable Utility Committee of the State Water Infrastructure Authority will meet via teleconference on Tuesday, Jan. 30, from 2-4 p.m. The public may listen to the meeting online or by phone.

REMINDER: Comment period for Coastal Resources Commission temporary rules ends Feb. 1

The public comment period on several proposed N.C. Coastal Resources Commission (CRC) temporary rules ends Feb. 1. The CRC held public hearings Jan. 9 and Jan. 10 to receive comment on the temporary rules: 07H .0507, .0508, .0509, 07I .0702, 07J .0203, .0204, .0206, .0207, .0208, 07M .0401, .0402, .0403, .0701, .0703, .0704 and .1101. Written comments must be received or postmarked by 5 p.m. Feb. 1.

UPDATE: N.C. Mining Commission meeting cancelled

The North Carolina Mining Commission meeting planned for Jan. 16, 2024, has been cancelled.

Phone numbers changing at Division Marine Fisheries offices in Morehead City

Telephone numbers at Division of Marine Fisheries offices in Morehead City will change on Wednesday, Jan. 17 when a new phone system is installed at the Headquarters and Central District offices.