Coastal Carolina News Staff, Author at Coastal Carolina News

Toll Study Finds Parkway Extension Won’t Offset Construction Costs

January 7, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 1

Brunswick County, N.C. — A state tolling analysis shows the proposed Carolina Bays Parkway Extension into Brunswick County would not generate enough traffic or revenue to reduce the project’s nearly $800 million construction cost. The North […]

Bolivia Board of Aldermen Sets Public Hearing on Land Use Requests

January 7, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

BOLIVIA, N.C. — The Town of Bolivia Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing on January 13, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. to review two land use requests that would affect future development within the […]

First Baby of 2026 – Brunswick County

January 7, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Novant Health Coastal Region welcomed its first baby of 2026. Kinsley Elise Baldwin was born at 1:42 a.m. on January 1. She measured 19.5 inches long and weighed six pounds, 8 oz. Congratulations to Brittny […]

First Baby of 2026 – Columbus County

January 7, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Welcome to the world little one! Columbus Regional Healthcare System in Whiteville, Columbus County welcomed the first baby of 2026. January 2 at 4:36 a.m. a Baby Boy was born, weighing six pounds 9 oz. […]

Brunswick County Marks 66 Years Since National Airlines Flight 2511 Crash

January 7, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 1

BOLIVIA, N.C. — Community members, county leaders, and families of victims gathered on Monday, January 5 to honor the 34 lives lost in the crash of National Airlines Flight 2511, which went down near Galloway Road […]

The Carolina Weather Watch Update for Wednesday, January 7, 2026

January 7, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Greetings and welcome to the Carolina Weather Watch weather update for Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Quiet… and unseasonably warm… conditions will continue across the region through Saturday. A backdoor cold front (called “backdoor” because it […]

Sunset Beach Reminds Visitors of Seasonal Rules for Dogs on the Shore

January 6, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

SUNSET BEACH, N.C. — As visitors and residents enjoy the coastal beauty of Sunset Beach, town officials are reminding dog owners of the seasonal rules that help keep the shoreline safe, clean, and enjoyable for […]

SPECIAL ALERT: Water Outage and Boil Advisory in Columbus County District III

January 6, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

COLUMBUS COUNTY — County water customers in the section of District III are dealing with a service outage today as crews respond to emergency repairs. According to Columbus County Public Water, residents on Waterfall Lane, […]

Nakina Fire and Rescue Announces 2026 Leadership Team

January 6, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Nakina Fire & Rescue has announced its slate of officers for 2026, highlighting a mix of returning leaders and newly appointed personnel who will guide the department through the coming year. The department’s leadership will […]

The Donut Shop & Restaurant Adds Online Ordering for Local Customers

January 6, 2026 Coastal Carolina News Staff 0

Residents in Brunswick and Columbus counties now have a quicker way to enjoy one of the area’s favorite breakfast stops. The Donut Shop & Restaurant has launched online ordering, allowing customers to place pickup or […]