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Tucked away in Roper, North Carolina, is Mackey’s Ferry Sawmill, the largest private employer in Washington County, until recently.
Tucked away in Roper, North Carolina, is Mackey’s Ferry Sawmill, the largest private employer in Washington County, until recently.
 
At a special called meeting this morning, The Beaufort County Commissioners adopted a resolution opposing tolls on ferry service routes.
Published: Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 @ 7:42 am By: ENC NOW
At a special called meeting this morning, The Beaufort County Commissioners adopted a resolution opposing tolls on ferry service routes.
 
The Beaufort County Board of Commissioners will meet for a Special Called Meeting on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 8:00 AM
Published: Tuesday, July 25th, 2023 @ 2:43 pm By: Katie Mosher
The Beaufort County Board of Commissioners will meet for a Special Called Meeting on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 8:00 AM
 
Pamlico River ferry included
Published: Tuesday, July 25th, 2023 @ 8:09 am By: John Steed
An Indonesian ferry transporting 271 people caught fire on Wednesday off the coast of Bali, and rescue efforts are underway as the number of casualties and those injured is unknown.
An Indonesian ferry transporting 271 people caught fire on Wednesday off the coast of Bali, and rescue efforts are underway as the number of casualties and those injured is unknown.
 
Joseph Daniel White, age 74, a resident of Sneads Ferry, NC, passed away at Vidant Medical Center on February 16, 2022.
Joseph Daniel White, age 74, a resident of Sneads Ferry, NC, passed away at Vidant Medical Center on February 16, 2022.
 
In a letter a few weeks ago, State Auditor Beth Wood insisted that applications to purchase the Bald Head Island ferry (System) by the Village of Bald Head Island (Village) and the Bald Head Island Transportation Authority (Authority) not be included in the December Local Government Commission (LGC)
In a letter a few weeks ago, State Auditor Beth Wood insisted that applications to purchase the Bald Head Island ferry (System) by the Village of Bald Head Island (Village) and the Bald Head Island Transportation Authority (Authority) not be included in the December Local Government Commission (LGC)
 
Sherry Thurston ’70 didn’t let a hurricane sink her Sneads Ferry art gallery
Sherry Thurston ’70 didn’t let a hurricane sink her Sneads Ferry art gallery
 
Robert Donald "Bob" Ebe, 74, passed away on April 25, 2018. He was born in Manhattan, NY to the late Bernard Alexander Ebe and Frances Anne Donoghue, and was raised in Dobbs Ferry and Hastings on the Hudson, NY
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2018 @ 11:15 am By: Announcements
Robert Donald "Bob" Ebe, 74, passed away on April 25, 2018. He was born in Manhattan, NY to the late Bernard Alexander Ebe and Frances Anne Donoghue, and was raised in Dobbs Ferry and Hastings on the Hudson, NY
 
North Carolina is betting on an expensive project to increase consumer spending in a small area of the state, and this time it's starting with a $6 million down payment
North Carolina is betting on an expensive project to increase consumer spending in a small area of the state, and this time it's starting with a $6 million down payment
 
Governor Pat McCrory has directed the North Carolina Department of Transportation's Ferry Division to move several of its ships out of harm's way as Hurricane Matthew moves closer to the southeastern coast
Governor Pat McCrory has directed the North Carolina Department of Transportation's Ferry Division to move several of its ships out of harm's way as Hurricane Matthew moves closer to the southeastern coast
 
As Hurricane Matthew approaches, Governor Pat McCrory has directed the state ferry system to assist with the phased evacuation of Ocracoke Island
As Hurricane Matthew approaches, Governor Pat McCrory has directed the state ferry system to assist with the phased evacuation of Ocracoke Island
 
Thank you for your interest in the issue of "NO Ferry Tax". Because of your support, we won!
Thank you for your interest in the issue of "NO Ferry Tax". Because of your support, we won!
 
State Senator Bill Cook (R-District 1) voted today in support of the final bipartisan state budget compromise with the House of Representatives and Governor Pat McCrory
Published: Friday, July 1st, 2016 @ 8:44 am By: Bill Cook
State Senator Bill Cook (R-District 1) voted today in support of the final bipartisan state budget compromise with the House of Representatives and Governor Pat McCrory
 
The NC General Assembly is moving quickly toward resolve its 2016 budget. The House & Senate have each passed its own version of House Bill #1030 (the budget bill).
The NC General Assembly is moving quickly toward resolve its 2016 budget. The House & Senate have each passed its own version of House Bill #1030 (the budget bill).
 
On June 2 and 3, 2016, the NC Senate passed the Sixth Edition of House Bill #1030, which is its version of the 2016 Appropriations Act. The two versions of the Budget bill have several important differences.
On June 2 and 3, 2016, the NC Senate passed the Sixth Edition of House Bill #1030, which is its version of the 2016 Appropriations Act. The two versions of the Budget bill have several important differences.
 
Senator Bill Cook (R-District 1) and Senator Norman W. Sanderson (R-District 2) filed Senate Bill 812 (Ferry Tolling/Replacement Funds) Wednesday, May 4, 2016 legislation that would remove tolls on the three North Carolina ferry routes that have them now
Published: Saturday, May 7th, 2016 @ 3:03 am By: Bill Cook
Senator Bill Cook (R-District 1) and Senator Norman W. Sanderson (R-District 2) filed Senate Bill 812 (Ferry Tolling/Replacement Funds) Wednesday, May 4, 2016 legislation that would remove tolls on the three North Carolina ferry routes that have them now
 
Governor Pat McCrory joined officials from the Department of Transportation's Ferry Division today to officially christen the division's newest vessel, the Dredge Manteo
Governor Pat McCrory joined officials from the Department of Transportation's Ferry Division today to officially christen the division's newest vessel, the Dredge Manteo
 
BCCC's Travel/Study Group recently visited the Xunantunich ruins - containing the second tallest building in Belize - during their week-long trip to that country. They reached the ruins via a hand-cranked ferry. During their trip, the group also rode on a zip line, among other activities.
Published: Monday, May 25th, 2015 @ 9:33 pm By: Chris Downey
BCCC's Travel/Study Group recently visited the Xunantunich ruins - containing the second tallest building in Belize - during their week-long trip to that country. They reached the ruins via a hand-cranked ferry. During their trip, the group also rode on a zip line, among other activities.
 
Good News: Senate Bill #307 “Eliminate Tolling on Ferries/Appropriations” was filed on March 17, 2015.
Good News: Senate Bill #307 “Eliminate Tolling on Ferries/Appropriations” was filed on March 17, 2015.
 
Senator Bill Cook (R-District 1) and Senator Norman Sanderson (R-District 2) filed Senate Bill 113, on Tuesday, February 24, 2015, that gives the N.C. Ferry Division temporary authority to enter into contracts for the purchase of motor fuel at a guaranteed price.
Senator Bill Cook (R-District 1) and Senator Norman Sanderson (R-District 2) filed Senate Bill 113, on Tuesday, February 24, 2015, that gives the N.C. Ferry Division temporary authority to enter into contracts for the purchase of motor fuel at a guaranteed price.
 
Thank you to Rep. Michael Speciale and Rep. John Torbett for filing House Bill #93. Rep. Speciale and Torbett are the primary sponsors. Further, Representatives John Bell, Becky Carney, George Graham, Pricey Harrison, and coastal Representative Paul Tine have signed on as co-sponsors.
Thank you to Rep. Michael Speciale and Rep. John Torbett for filing House Bill #93. Rep. Speciale and Torbett are the primary sponsors. Further, Representatives John Bell, Becky Carney, George Graham, Pricey Harrison, and coastal Representative Paul Tine have signed on as co-sponsors.
 
In reviewing the legislative session, one of the topics we discussed was our work in opposition to ferry tolls. The Lt. Governor immediately expressed his long standing opposition to tolling North Carolina’s highways.
In reviewing the legislative session, one of the topics we discussed was our work in opposition to ferry tolls. The Lt. Governor immediately expressed his long standing opposition to tolling North Carolina’s highways.
 
The NC House of Representatives remains determined to reform the ferry tolling system as part of a larger economic vision for coastal NC.
The NC House of Representatives remains determined to reform the ferry tolling system as part of a larger economic vision for coastal NC.
 
The 2014 NC General Assembly will adjourn within a few days. The transportation portion of the budget appears to have been settled.
The 2014 NC General Assembly will adjourn within a few days. The transportation portion of the budget appears to have been settled.
 
On Wednesday, 7/2/14, the NC House of Representatives passed House Bill #1234 "Ferry Tolling/Replacement Funds". On Thursday, 7/3/14, the House sent this Bill to the Senate by "Special Messenger" to get the bill to the Senate in a hurry.
On Wednesday, 7/2/14, the NC House of Representatives passed House Bill #1234 "Ferry Tolling/Replacement Funds". On Thursday, 7/3/14, the House sent this Bill to the Senate by "Special Messenger" to get the bill to the Senate in a hurry.
 
The State Emergency Response Team continues to respond to resource requests and is transitioning into recovery operations from Hurricane Arthur.
Published: Sunday, July 6th, 2014 @ 9:14 am By: Stan Deatherage
The State Emergency Response Team continues to respond to resource requests and is transitioning into recovery operations from Hurricane Arthur.
 
As of today, the newest version of the NC Budget contains language to delete ferry tolls on all ferries!
As of today, the newest version of the NC Budget contains language to delete ferry tolls on all ferries!
 
Senator Bill Cook filed Senate Bill 792 to stop ferry tolling. Senator Norman Sanderson joined with Sen. Cook to find other monies to permanently replace receipts that would have been generated by ferry tolling.
Published: Friday, May 30th, 2014 @ 11:58 am By: Stan Deatherage
Senator Bill Cook filed Senate Bill 792 to stop ferry tolling. Senator Norman Sanderson joined with Sen. Cook to find other monies to permanently replace receipts that would have been generated by ferry tolling.
 
Senator Bill Cook (R-District 1) filed Senate bill – SB 792, on Monday, May 19, 2014, that would remove mandatory tolls on the three N.C. Ferry routes that currently have a fee.
Senator Bill Cook (R-District 1) filed Senate bill – SB 792, on Monday, May 19, 2014, that would remove mandatory tolls on the three N.C. Ferry routes that currently have a fee.
 
Yesterday was the first day of the 2014 N.C. General Assembly Short Session. Below are some of the issues that I will be working on in the coming weeks.
Published: Saturday, May 17th, 2014 @ 6:15 pm By: Bill Cook
Yesterday was the first day of the 2014 N.C. General Assembly Short Session. Below are some of the issues that I will be working on in the coming weeks.
 
Eastern North Carolina traffic planners are in the process of deciding whether to add tolls to ferries that operate up and down the coast, or to divert money for their eventual replacements from the money allocated in their divisional highway budget.
Eastern North Carolina traffic planners are in the process of deciding whether to add tolls to ferries that operate up and down the coast, or to divert money for their eventual replacements from the money allocated in their divisional highway budget.
 
Thank you to everyone who attended the final NC DOT Public Hearing in Ocracoke on Monday evening, 2/24/14.
Thank you to everyone who attended the final NC DOT Public Hearing in Ocracoke on Monday evening, 2/24/14.
 
I wrote an article about ferry tolling last week. That article talked about current events. The issue of a major policy change in funding transportation has been around since at least 2007.
I wrote an article about ferry tolling last week. That article talked about current events. The issue of a major policy change in funding transportation has been around since at least 2007.
 
I thought we beat the issue of tolling ferries in Eastern North Carolina about a year ago. At that time there were meetings, newspaper articles, threats of political doom, and a lot of dancing by politicians.
I thought we beat the issue of tolling ferries in Eastern North Carolina about a year ago. At that time there were meetings, newspaper articles, threats of political doom, and a lot of dancing by politicians.
 
It was a great meeting with a great discovery = we get to direct our own show here. The DOT has changed it's whole approach. No longer are they wanting to cram things down our throats.
It was a great meeting with a great discovery = we get to direct our own show here. The DOT has changed it's whole approach. No longer are they wanting to cram things down our throats.
 
Bureaucrats at the NC Dept. of Transportation plan to coerce local transportation planning organizations into requesting ferry tolls on all untolled ferry routes.
Bureaucrats at the NC Dept. of Transportation plan to coerce local transportation planning organizations into requesting ferry tolls on all untolled ferry routes.
 
No ferry tolls will be imposed on the Aurora/Bayview ferry. No new tolls will be imposed on any ferries for the fiscal year 2013-2014.
No ferry tolls will be imposed on the Aurora/Bayview ferry. No new tolls will be imposed on any ferries for the fiscal year 2013-2014.
 
Thank you to our champions in the NC House of Representatives Transportation Committee & Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation: Rep. Charles Jeter, Rep. Phil Shepard, and Rep. John Torbett.
Thank you to our champions in the NC House of Representatives Transportation Committee & Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation: Rep. Charles Jeter, Rep. Phil Shepard, and Rep. John Torbett.
 
Well, the worst kept secret in North Carolina politics got "let out of the bag" today - state House speaker Thom Tillis is jumping into the 2014 US Senate GOP primary.
Published: Sunday, June 2nd, 2013 @ 10:19 am By: Brant Clifton
Well, the worst kept secret in North Carolina politics got "let out of the bag" today - state House speaker Thom Tillis is jumping into the 2014 US Senate GOP primary.
 
Thanks to you who have contacted House Transportation Committee members to thank them for the passage of House Bill #475 "Ferry Tolling Alternatives".
Thanks to you who have contacted House Transportation Committee members to thank them for the passage of House Bill #475 "Ferry Tolling Alternatives".
 

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