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An Important Message from Town of Lake Waccamaw Officials

March 27, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Stay “Gator Wise” at Lake Waccamaw Lake Waccamaw, NC — Living near beautiful waters like ours means sharing the space with native wildlife, including alligators. Being “Gator Wise” is about staying safe while respecting these […]

N.C. Forest Service Warns of High to Extreme Fire Danger Across the State

March 24, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

NORTH CAROLINA — The N.C. Forest Service is warning residents statewide of high to extreme fire danger today, citing conditions that could cause wildfires to ignite easily and spread rapidly. The advisory was issued early […]

A New Public Mural Will Soon Take Shape in Southport

March 18, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Southport becomes the next stop in a statewide arts initiative bringing 100 murals to 100 counties Brunswick County, NC — A new public art installation is headed to downtown Southport as Brunswick County is set […]

Spring in Southeast NC: The Buzz and Slither are Back in Brunswick and Columbus Counties

March 18, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

BOLIVIA & WHITEVILLE, NC — As the azaleas hit their peak across Brunswick and Columbus counties, the 2026 spring season is bringing more than just pollen to our doorsteps. Local experts and recent reports from […]

The Return of the “Palmetto Bug”: A Southern Spring Tradition

March 18, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

If you’ve lived in the Carolinas long enough, you know that the arrival of spring isn’t just about beautiful Azaleas and warmer breezes. It also marks the return of the American Cockroach. While that name […]

Wildlife on the Move as Spring Arrives in Columbus and Brunswick Counties

March 18, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

The Big Three species – bears, coyotes, and foxes are entering their busiest season, increasing sightings and calls. Spring has sparked a noticeable rise in wildlife movement across Columbus and Brunswick counties, and the NC […]

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Local Communities Recognized as North Carolina Marks Arbor Day

March 11, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

As North Carolina prepares to observe Arbor Day on March 20, several communities in the southeastern region are being highlighted for their work in urban forestry, tree planting, and long‑term environmental stewardship. The N.C. Forest […]

New “Convict Fish” Rules Now in Effect for NC Coastal Waters

March 8, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

Anglers face stricter size limits and reduced bag counts as state officials move to protect local Sheepshead populations. SOUTHPORT, NC – Anglers hitting docks and piers this spring are finding a major change in the […]

Open Space Institute, Wildlife Commission Secure 2,519-Acre Big Swamp Tract for Conservation, and Future Public Access

March 8, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff Comments Off

ROBESON COUNTY — One of southeastern North Carolina’s most significant natural landscapes is now permanently protected following a partnership between the Open Space Institute (OSI) and the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC). The two organizations […]