Press Releases
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries recently certified a new state record swordfish…
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries recently certified a new state record swordfish (Xiphias gladius). Cary Carney, of Newport, caught the 504-pound, 8-ounce fish about 55 miles off Morehead City […]
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries recently certified a new state record Red Hind…
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries recently certified a new state record Red Hind (Epinephelus guttatus). Jared Lambert, of Wilmington, caught the 7-pound, 11.2-ounce fish near Frying Pan Tower on […]
After evaluating the various fisheries in the region, NOAA Fisheries has determined…
After evaluating the various fisheries in the region, NOAA Fisheries has determined that the snapper-grouper fishery would benefit from increased observer coverage. The increased coverage began July 1, 2022. Previously, […]
Operation North State (ONS) and its numerous and generous supporters and volunteers are calling…
Operation North State (ONS) and its numerous and generous supporters and volunteers are calling on North Carolina’s people, places, products, and pride (especially in the Oak Island/Southport and Brunswick County […]
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries recently certified a new state record Cubera Snapper…
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries recently certified a new state record Cubera Snapper (Lutjanus cyanopterus). Thomas M. Madsen, of Byram, NJ, caught the 58-pound, 8-ounce fish offshore of Hatteras […]