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Ocean Isle Beach Lights for Turtles | Wilmington News
Ocean Isle Beach is lighting up for sea turtles—literally. The town’s Sea Turtle Protection Organization is replacing bright white streetlights with wildlife-safe amber ones to help nesting turtles and hatchlings navigate to the ocean without getting confused. Eight of 20 lights are already upgraded, and the group is paying for everything—fixtures and higher utility bills—showing deep community commitment. This isn’t just about turtles; it’s a model of local action for conservation, education, and volunteer engagement along the Brunswick County coast. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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