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Clayton Man Charged in Multi‑County Timber Theft Investigation

July 8, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

CLAYTON, N.C. — A Johnston County man faces a long list of felony and misdemeanor charges after state forestry investigators uncovered an alleged timber‑theft scheme spanning five North Carolina counties. On July 8, Joel Blake Lee, 55, of Clayton, […]

Bake Sale Fundraiser Set for Friday, July 10, in Riegelwood

July 8, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Local 6u Coach Pitch Team raising travel funds for upcoming World Series trip By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer Riegelwood, NC — The Riegelwood 6u Coach Pitch Team made a strong showing at the NC […]

Half‑Shark Washes Ashore on Oak Island Over Holiday Weekend

July 7, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Local photo prompts confirmation from NC Shark Conservancy OAK ISLAND, NC — A small, partially intact shark washed ashore near 52nd Street over the holiday weekend, drawing attention after a local resident shared a photo in […]

(Update) Five‑Acre Wildfire Keeps Crews Returning to Old Lake Road Through Saturday

July 6, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

UPDATE: The Old Lake Road brush fire in the Acme‑Delco‑Riegelwood area reached 100% containment early Sunday, following repeated crew responses since the fire first ignited late Friday night. Dry conditions allow fire to continue burning […]

Boiling Spring Lakes Inches Closer to Refilling, But Pine Lake Error Pushes Timeline

July 4, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Eight years after Hurricane Florence drained Boiling Spring Lakes, reconstruction continues with progress on some dams and a major correction on Pine Lake that will shape when water finally returns. Brunswick County, NC — Boiling […]

Ocean Isle Beach Installs Turtle‑Friendly Lighting to Protect Nesting Sea Turtles

July 4, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Ocean Isle Beach installs amber lighting to protect nesting sea turtles OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC — Ocean Isle Beach has completed installation of new turtle‑friendly lighting along several oceanfront access points as part of an ongoing […]

Heat Advisory Continues in Horry County as Emergency Calls Rise

July 4, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Dangerous heat prompts increased medical responses; cooling centers open in Conway and Loris HORRY COUNTY, SC — A National Weather Service Heat Advisory remains in effect for Horry County as heat indices climb into the 105–110 […]

Holden Beach Closes Open‑Loop Splash Pad Amid Drought; Oak Island’s Closed‑Loop System Stays Open

July 3, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Holden Beach’s straight‑to‑drain design prompts shutdown during Stage 2 conservation, while Oak Island’s recirculating system remains unaffected. By Coastal Carolina News Staff Writer BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC — As drought conditions intensify across southeastern North Carolina, Brunswick […]

James R. Frazier Community Center Splash Pad Closed Amid Drought Conditions

July 3, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Myrtle Beach, SC — The splash pad at the James R. Frazier Community Center, located at 1404 Carver Street in Myrtle Beach, has been temporarily closed due to ongoing drought conditions in Horry County. Although […]

Sunset Beach Fire Department Emphasizes Boater Safety as Summer Traffic Increases

July 2, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

SUNSET BEACH, NC — With summer, comes heavier boat traffic to our local waterways, the Sunset Beach Fire Department is urging residents and visitors to take proactive steps to stay safe on the water. Officials […]