When it comes to beach destinations in North Carolina, everyone knows about the favorites, like Wrightsville Beach, Carolina ...

Which NC beach is best? Many other North Carolina beaches have been featured in “best of” rankings in recent years. Avon, located on the Outer Banks barrier islands, was among the “most ...

Nine Wilmington-area beaches were nominated for the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Award for best North Carolina beaches. Seven of the nominated beaches made the top 10. Carolina Beach, Holden ...

Lifeguards at Carolina Beach rescued five people from rip currents while Wrightsville Beach Ocean Rescue pulled six people from rip currents on Friday ...

As Tropical Storm Dexter moves away from the U.S. coast, here’s a look at two potential systems brewing in the ocean.

More than half of the state's top 10 best beaches are from New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties, according to a USA TODAY poll.

A re-nourishment project completed in Spring 2022 deposited a vast number of shells and fossils onto Holden Beach. The area has been named one of the best Southern beaches for finding shark teeth.

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is awarding more than $9.39 million for five coastal projects aimed at ...

In North Carolina, people learn to recognize venomous snakes and use methods to limit snake habitats in their yards. Residents seek advice about copperhead bites and follow steps like elevating the ...

NC indecent exposure laws Anyone who exposes their private parts in a public place in the presence of one or more individuals can be charged with indecent exposure in North Carolina, according to ...

These NC beaches are some of the best in the country, new reports say By Darah Derios May 30, 2025 4:23 PM ...