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On Saturday at 4:46 a.m. the NWS Newport/Morehead City NC issued a high surf advisory valid for Sunday between 7 a.m. and 10 ...

One of the largest waterfront properties in coastal North Carolina is up for sale. It comes with a 5,500-square-foot hunting ...

The turtles danced with the most enthusiasm in the tank when they knew they would get food. This was "strong evidence" that ...

No, it’s not a dream – it’s Saltbox Seafood Joint in Durham, North Carolina! Let me tell you, folks, I’ve eaten my way through more seafood joints than a pelican with a tapeworm, but Saltbox? It’s ...

Built with rocks and wood, its architecture is unique. No wonder it goes by the name “Stone Cottage.” ...

The North Carolina Coastal Federation and the state's Division of Marine Fisheries are partnering to complete the ...

The project will add 4 acres of shallow reef habitat in the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF)’s Artificial ...

It’s been three months since 5.7 million North Carolina voters cast their ballots in the 2024 election — but new data about voting patterns continues to emerge. The State Board of Elections recently ...

The Gulf of Mexico will now appear as the Gulf of America for U.S. users of Apple Maps, Bing Maps and Google Maps.

One of the most tranquil coastal spots in North Carolina is this island nature reserve. Walk through old oak trees, swim in ...

A close analysis of Helene’s fatalities shows how major storms are taking lives in unexpected ways, and how the deadly ...