Atlantic NewsLocal news for Atlantic, NC continually updated from thousands of sources on the web.Deep reefs off N.C. captivate scientists- June 29, 2008 One of Earth's last frontiers lies off the Carolina coast, on the cold, black ocean bottom 1,200 feet below the waves.http://www.topix.net/city/atlantic-nc/2008/06/deep-reefs-off-n-c-captivate-scientists?from... Dole now supports lifting ban on offshore drilling- June 27, 2008 ' Sen. Elizabeth Dole said North Carolina should have the option of allowing oil exploration off the state's coast, backing away from her long-held support of a federal moratorium on Atlantic drilling.http://www.topix.net/city/atlantic-nc/2008/06/dole-now-supports-lifting-ban-on-offshore-dr... 1893 - WW II- June 18, 2008 The history of Valdese is closely tied to the history of the Waldenses who settled the town in May 1893.http://www.topix.net/city/atlantic-nc/2008/06/1893-ww-ii?fromrss=1 Smoky conditions settle on Wilson- June 13, 2008 The low-hanging haze and the acrid smell of smoke that has permeated Wilson is the result of wildfires burning nearly 100 miles away.http://www.topix.net/city/atlantic-nc/2008/06/smoky-conditions-settle-on-wilson?fromrss=1 NC wildfire sends up smoke, 50 homes evacuate- June 11, 2008 ' Drifting smoke from a wildfire burning in a rural area of eastern North Carolina may affect drivers' visibility as far as the northern Outer Banks, authorities said Wednesday.http://www.topix.net/city/atlantic-nc/2008/06/nc-wildfire-sends-up-smoke-50-homes-evacuate... Myrick to push bill on offshore drilling- June 9, 2008 North Carolina could reap billions from offshore oil and gas drilling, a U.S. House committee estimates, but in-state political support remains shaky.http://www.topix.net/city/atlantic-nc/2008/06/myrick-to-push-bill-on-offshore-drilling?fro... Topsail Angler :- June 7, 2008 I had the pleasure of fishing in the first "Bucket Brigade Open" which was held at Surf City Pier this past Saturday.http://www.topix.net/city/atlantic-nc/2008/06/topsail-angler?fromrss=1 Cheap but fun getaways that are unique to N.C.- June 5, 2008 What are your favorite out-of-the-way places the favorite fruit stands, barbecue joints and jam shops that you stop at every year And when you get to the Blue Ridge, Smokies, Outer Banks or Atlantic coast, ...http://www.topix.net/city/atlantic-nc/2008/06/cheap-but-fun-getaways-that-are-unique-to-n-... Know what to do when the storm hits- June 3, 2008 Caldwell County has been spared widespread effects of hurricanes the last few years, but each summer and fall brings the potential for damage if storms hit in just the right place.http://www.topix.net/city/atlantic-nc/2008/06/know-what-to-do-when-the-storm-hits?fromrss=... Easley to NC: Prepare for the worst this hurricane season- June 1, 2008 The News & Observer of Raleigh reports that Gov. Mike Easley said homeowners should review their insurance policies, put together emergency preparedness kits and learn the evacuation routes in their community.http://www.topix.net/city/atlantic-nc/2008/05/easley-to-nc-prepare-for-the-worst-this-hurr... |