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Want to learn more about North Carolina’s growing #aquaculture industry? Register for @ThinkCoastalNC ‘s next webinar with @OystersCarolina’s owner and operator Ryan Bethea! You can RSVP here ⬇️
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The 62nd Annual The Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament and the 23rd Annual Big Rock Keli Wagner Lady Angler Tournament are scheduled to kickoff this weekend in Morehead City, NC.

Check out the tournament's website to for more information. https://t.co/uLWU4VyroU

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The EPA has known about toxic chemicals in the Cape Fear River since 2006; however, it continues to turn the other way as companies like Dupont and Chemours contaminate our drinking water and pollute our fishery. https://t.co/fesC7XWMrw

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Review the draft spending plan for Hurricane Florence Fisheries Relief and submit your comments before 5 pm, May 28. https://t.co/Qon0BLF4JU

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On May 13, the N.C. Coastal Fisheries Reform Group sent a formal notice that it plans to sue the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries and one of the largest shrimping companies on the coast, Christina Ann Incorporated.

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Tropical Storm Arthur will approach the Outer Banks today, with potential winds over 39 mph and up to 5 inches of rainfall. Beachgoers have been advised to stay out of the ocean, as life-threatening surf and rip currents are expected from Surf City to Duck.

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Under G.S.150B-21.3, the Tarpon "Catch and Release" rule-making is subject to legislative review and a delayed effective date after receiving 10 letters of objection. Currently, the 10 letters of objections are not limited to North Carolina residents. This needs to be changed.

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Both our national and state population has more than doubled since 1950, yet we continue to expect our fishery to keep up with our growth. Aquaculture may not be the best solution; however, our nation and state are running out of options. https://t.co/ole0Woeiwb

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As water temperatures approach 70 degrees, some of the larger ocean predators are making their way closer to the coast. Check out this Giant Great White that is currently feeding near our coast! https://t.co/EkSnGprENz

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NASA astronaut, Christina Koch, illustrates an unforgettable view she relished 200 miles above North Carolina, and you won’t believe what she experienced! https://t.co/7CZewnpVCB

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The U.S. Secretary of Commerce has announced that North Carolina will receive $5.5 million of the $300 million in fisheries assistance funding provided by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act. Check out the following link for more info.

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It’s Cobia season in North Carolina! Are you sight fishing with bucktails and eels or sitting on chum slick waiting for your line to scream? Here is a beautiful catch landed by @addibabby and adam_ashmore96 last… https://t.co/h1lthYeWhN

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Due to the impacts of COVID-19, the HVOO tournament committee has decided to cancel this year’s event. A reschedule date for the tournament has not been specified at this time; however, you can check out the https://t.co/nq5u4WxkEl for more information.

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NC FISHING NEWS: After monitoring the impacts of COVID-19, the Big Rock Board of Directors voted unanimously not to postpone this year's tournament on June 5-13 in Morehead City, North Carolina.

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The Division of Marine Fisheries presented a draft of Amendment 2 to the Southern Fishery Management Plan to the Marine Fisheries Commission. The proposed Amendment includes significant... https://t.co/upX8m56IXD

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LEGISLATIVE UPDATE:

Senate Bill 554 Marine Fisheries Reform passed the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Natural and Economic Resources. The legislation gives more authority regarding fisheries... https://t.co/8Y2hsRVGtk

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This is a perfect example of why Sound Economy is fighting for common-sense reforms to bring everyone to the table. https://t.co/ERw75cUjud

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The Division of Marine Fisheries is set to roll out a second round of checks for commercial fisherman under the Hurricane Florence... https://t.co/B1VI8amfTJ

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UPDATE: The N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission voted to prohibit gill nets upstream of the ferry lines in two river systems. https://t.co/Ec47DXPdRD

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