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Boat Incident Reported Near Bucksport; Hazmat Crews Respond

June 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Crews mitigate fuel leak following vessel accident on the Intracoastal Waterway. BUCKSPORT, SC — Horry County Fire Rescue (HCFR) crews were dispatched to the Intracoastal Waterway in the vicinity of Bucksport shortly after noon today […]

Town of Brunswick Announces 4th of July Extravaganza

June 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Family-friendly patriotic celebration scheduled for July 1 in Columbus County By BC News Staff Writer The Town of Brunswick, situated in Columbus County, North Carolina, is preparing to host a 4th of July Extravaganza, and […]

Five‑Lined Skinks: The Blue‑Tailed Lizards Hiding in Plain Sight Across Brunswick & Columbus Counties

June 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Harmless, fast, and often misunderstood, these common reptiles play an important role in southeastern North Carolina’s ecosystem. By BC News Staff Writer CAROLINA SHORES, NC — Homeowners across Brunswick and Columbus counties are noticing the same […]

Southport Fire Department EMS Poker Run Set for Saturday, June 13

June 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Escorted multi‑station EMS Poker Run welcomes motorcycles, cars, trucks, and trikes, with lunch served at the finish. Southport, NC — The Southport Fire Department will host its EMS Poker Run this Saturday, June 13, featuring […]

Brunswick County

Swimming Advisory Issued for Southport Kayak Launch After High Bacteria Levels

June 11, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

State testing shows enterococci levels above safety standards at Cottage Creek site SOUTHPORT, NC — State environmental officials issued a swimming advisory Thursday for a sound‑side site in Brunswick County after routine testing detected elevated […]

Holden Beach Turtle Watch Marks Three New Nests After Busy Morning

June 11, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Stranding Team responds to multiple early‑morning calls from beach walkers on June 11 Holden Beach, NC — The Holden Beach Turtle Watch Program logged a busy start to the day on June 11, responding to […]

Ocean Isle Beach to Implement Temporary Traffic Diversions on Saturday, June 13

June 11, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

OIB Police Department outlines day‑long measures to prevent roundabout gridlock and maintain emergency access. OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC — With a high‑traffic Saturday expected, the Ocean Isle Beach Police Department will put several temporary traffic […]

Free Helmet Giveaway Happening Today in Whiteville

June 10, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Event offers free safety gear for children of all ages while supplies last WHITEVILLE, NC — A free bicycle helmet giveaway is taking place this morning June 10, in partnership with Trillium Health Resources and […]

The Fuse in the Front Yard: Why Southeastern North Carolina’s Favorite Mulch Is a Wildfire Time Bomb

June 10, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

By BC News Staff Writer BOLIVIA, NC — Across Brunswick County’s coastal subdivisions, pine straw is the default landscaping choice: a neat, amber blanket packed against foundations, wrapped around porch posts, and tucked beneath shrubs. […]

USPS Carriers Report Rising Dog‑Related Delivery Interruptions

June 10, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

More than 6,000 dog incidents were reported last year, and carriers may stop delivery whenever a dog is present or acting aggressively. USPS carriers are reporting an increase in dog‑related delivery interruptions nationwide, with more […]