Feb 21, 2025

Not a little boy game: One fisherman's risky bet on menhaden

Josh Taylor's life on the water started young. At just 15, he was already learning the ropes on a small shrimp trawler, navigating familiar waters off tiny

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Feb 17, 2025

‘Captain 40': One North Carolina's only Black fishing captains navigates changing tides

Captain Johnny Flowers, 72, thinks he might retire from commercial fishing in the next few years. Or maybe just downsize to a smaller boat. The Brunswick, Ga., native has dedicated

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Feb 12, 2025

He never expected this: The rise of a seafood star in Wilmington, N.C.

Wilmington, N.C., is a coastal city with a rich seafood tradition. But for some residents, like 29-year-old Quincy Rhodes, seafood wasn't a central part of their upbringing. Rhodes grew up

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Feb 05, 2025

NC Catch Summit 2025: Sustainable seafood, local flavor

Whether you’re someone who fishes for a living or enjoys cooking and eating fresh seafood, and seeking out the best seafood restaurants, this day of education and deliciousness

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Feb 03, 2025

Against all odds: A couple’s triumphant journey into North Carolina seafood

The story of Herman and Quinnetta Manley, better known as Fishman and Mermaid Q, is a testament to the human spirit's incredible resilience.

Facing fierce competition and the sting of

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Jan 27, 2025

More than a job: freedom, adventure and feeding the world

If you're looking for a life of adventure, challenge and deep connection to the natural world, sign up for the Commercial Fishing Academy at Carteret Community College in

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