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More than 150 rip current rescues in the first 4 days of summer in ENC, risk again high Tuesday
There were a total of 152 water rescues during dangerous rip currents at the North Carolina coast between the official start of summer on Thursday and the end of the day on Sunday. Officials with the National Weather Service say the majority were near Wilmington in New Hanover County and...
Carteret County Public School System announces new principal of Newport Middle School
NEWPORT — Wade Reifsnyder has been named the new principal of Newport Middle School, according to a press release issued June 26 by the Carteret County Public School System. He replaces Ken Proulx who has chosen to return to the classroom as a social studies teacher.
Sand Dollars: Thriving On Tourism Campaign Launches In Carteret County
CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. (June 25, 2024) – The Carteret County Tourism Development Authority (CCTDA) today announced the launch of an educational campaign to highlight tourism’s impact in the county and the benefits it generates for all residents. “Carteret County has carefully developed one of the most prosperous tourism...
Exotic African wild cat causes stir on North Carolina beach
At the beach, you might expect to hear about a shark bite, rip currents or even an alligator.But it's safe to say an encounter with an exotic African cat wasn't on most North Carolina beachgoers' bingo cards.But that's what happened in Carteret County where, fortunately, this big cat, a serval, had an owner -- and a leash.Mia Swift brought her serval, to Emerald Isle Beach. As ABC affiliate WCTI put it, "This sparked curiosity among the Emerald Isle community, leading to numerous reactions on social media."WCTI spoke to Swift to find out what the deal was.Swift said she occasionally takes her wild cat, named Kenai, to the beach during off-peak hours. She added that she does advise curious onlookers to maintain a safe distance.
Exotic cat sighting at ENC beach sparks curiosity and debate
EMERALD ISLE, Carteret County —Despite the red flags signaling water conditions at the beaches over the weekend, beachgoers could still enjoy the soothing sounds of the ocean, take a leisurely walk, and work on their tan. Recently, there was an interesting sighting at one of our ENC beaches that...
NC neighborhood sees violent clashes after Native American artifacts unearthed
Homeowners say archaeological findings led to violence at protest. People who live at the Bridge View neighborhood in Carteret County – where hundreds of Native American artifacts have been found – said interactions with protesters have turned violent. Two people who live in the neighborhood were injured after...
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