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Dockin’ and Grubbin’ along the Brunswick County ICW

May 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

A look at the restaurants where boaters can tie up and eat without ever leaving the Intracoastal Waterway. ICW, Brunswick County, NC — Nothing finer than dockin’ and grubbin’ along the Brunswick County stretch of […]

Snake Season in the Carolinas: Mastering the “Five-Step” Rule and Beyond

May 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Local Experts Share Tips on Yard Maintenance and Emergency Protocols to Keep Families Safe This Spring By BC News Staff Writer As the warmth of spring settles into the Carolinas, residents are heading outdoors to […]

Tropical Storm Watch vs. Warning: Understanding the Countdown to Impact

May 11, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

When forecasters say “tropical,” they’re not talking about sunshine and palm trees. By BC News Staff Writer As we move further into the 2026 storm season, clarity on weather terminology can be the difference between […]

Southport APS Officer Rescues Bird Entangled in Birdhouse Debris

May 10, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Officer Ward frees distressed bird from waterway after discovering cord and birdhouse wrapped around its body SOUTHPORT, NC — A routine call turned into a delicate wildlife rescue after Animal Protective Services received a report […]

Madison Street Park Advances as Amphitheater Construction Nears; Stormwater Upgrades Take Shape

May 10, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

City outlines phased timeline, grant‑funded construction, and long‑term goals for the downtown project. City of Whiteville, NC — Work continues at Madison Street Park as the project moves into its next phase and crews prepare to […]

Public Asked to Keep the OKI 49th Street Beach Access Clear

May 10, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Emergency crews say blocked access points delay critical water‑rescue response. Oak Island, NC — Emergency services on Oak Island are asking beachgoers to avoid placing tents, chairs, coolers, and other beach setups in designated emergency […]

NC Ferry Terminals to Suspend Credit Card Payments for Sunday System Upgrades

May 8, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Passengers on tolled routes advised carrying cash or prepay online during scheduled maintenance windows. Southport, NC — Travelers planning to use the North Carolina ferry system over the next several weeks should prepare for temporary […]

Beach Renourishment Underway: Dredging Operations on Ocean Isle Beach East End

May 8, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

By BC News Staff Writer OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC – Southwind Construction has officially mobilized in the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AIWW), launching a major dredging operation to fortify the East End of Ocean Isle Beach. […]

Arcadian Shores Beach Renourishment Work Begins in Horry County

May 8, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Contractor to work between Singleton Swash and Apache Pier; some beach access closures expected HORRY COUNTY, SC — A locally funded beach renourishment project is now underway in the Arcadian Shores area, according to Horry […]

Wildlife Alert: Black Bear Reported near E. Moore Street; Southport

May 8, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

NC Wildlife and Southport Police say there is no danger; BearWise safety steps shared with residents. SOUTHPORT, NC — A black bear was spotted early this morning in the area of East Moore Street near […]