Coastal Carolina News Staff, Author at Coastal Carolina News

TODAY’S WEATHER FORECAST: Friday February 13th

February 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Brunswick County Detailed Forecast Friday Sunny, with a high near 54. North wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the afternoon. Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 31. Calm wind. Saturday Sunny, with […]

Recall: Wellsley Farms Atlantic Salmon

February 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Slade Gorton & Co., Inc. is recalling lot 3896 of Wellsley Farms Farm‑Raised Atlantic Salmon after FDA testing detected possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. No illnesses have been reported. The recalled 2‑lb bags were sold only […]

Oak Island Police Department Announces Next “Coffee with a Cop” on March 18

February 13, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Drop in, say hello, and share a cup with local officers OAK ISLAND, NC — Residents will have chance to connect with local officers in a relaxed, friendly setting as the Oak Island Police Department […]

BC News Community Hero: The Big Paw Project Delivers for Brunswick County’s Shelter Pets

February 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Local nonprofit gathers a month of donations to support adoptable animals at Brunswick County Animal Protective Services SUPPLY, NC — Brunswick County Animal Protective Services received a heartwarming boost this week thanks to a month‑long […]

Foster Parent Training Sessions Announced for Wilmington Area

February 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

BGHNC launches February–March classes to recruit foster families across New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender counties WILMINGTON, NC — Boys & Girls Homes of North Carolina is launching a new round of foster and adoptive parent […]

Social Media: A Tool Increasingly Linked to Both Support and Harm

February 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

The risks and the reach of social media shaping how neighbors connect, respond, and share. By BCNews Staff Writer Social media continues to influence how residents in Brunswick and Columbus counties receive information, respond to […]

Preparedness Is Our Love Language as SE NC Waves Goodbye to a Historic Winter

February 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

As southeastern North Carolina trades rare snowfall for spring storms and the approach of hurricane season, NC Emergency Management reminds residents to show their families a little love by getting prepared. By BCNews Staff Writer […]

Got to Be NC Festival Opens Vendor and Exhibitor Applications Ahead of May Event

February 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

RALEIGH — Organizers of the Got to Be NC Festival are urging vendors, exhibitors, and farm‑equipment enthusiasts to get their applications in as key deadlines approach for this year’s event, scheduled for May 15–17 at […]

U.S. Geological Survey Confirms Early‑Morning Earthquake Near Centerville, SC

February 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed a magnitude 1.8 earthquake at 3:52 a.m. EST Thursday, centered south of Centerville, marking the latest in a series of small tremors recorded across the South Carolina Lowcountry and nearby […]

Columbus County Packs 2026 with Festivals, Traditions, and Holiday Celebrations

February 12, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Columbus County has released its 2026 festival calendar, offering a full year of cultural events, seasonal traditions, and community gatherings across Whiteville, Lake Waccamaw, Tabor City, Chadbourn, Fair Bluff, Bolton, and beyond. February–May The year […]