Duplin Calypso move to curb hog farms near towns
Duplin County officials may ban hog operations within one mile of Faison while Calypso already zones hog farms out to a mile. Residents in two subdivisions near Whiteville complain about odor as hog farming expands. State rules limit waste lagoons to 750 feet from public buildings and 300 feet from property lines.
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Sunset Beach fights latest plan to replace bridge
Sunset Beach residents counter a state plan to replace the one lane swinging pontoon bridge linking the island to the mainland. The DOT has three options plus a no-build and rehabilitation path with permits expected next spring. Local officials cite safety and access concerns while critics argue the bridge defines the island’s character.
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Lumbee leadership split questions federal goals
Lumbee officials debate the new government as the Lumbee Regional Development Association questions whether newly elected leaders will prioritize federal recognition over local governance. James Hardin, ER of the association, notes the split, with the interim body serving since 1984 and potential role conflicts unresolved.
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