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Coastal fisheries lawsuit ruling

Commissioners passed a resolution asking that a judge's August 17 ruling against the state in a public-trust fisheries case be appealed, fearing it could shut down commercial fishing in the sounds and set a precedent threatening other industries. Glenn Skinner of the NC Fisheries Association may present October 6.

2 mentionsLast discussed Sep 21, 2026

HighEnvironment

Coastal Legislative Agenda

A bill passed by the NC House would strip Currituck's ability to use occupancy tax for public safety, despite a 7-0 Supreme Court win. Officials are asking residents to call state senators for a carve-out.

2 mentionsLast discussed Jun 15, 2026