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Sawyer Says South Mills Development Could ‘Outrun’ Sewer Plant as Moratorium Nears End

South Mills wastewater averaged about 25% of stated capacity in July, while Camden says proposed development will require substantially more treatment capacity.

Sawyer Says South Mills Development Could ‘Outrun’ Sewer Plant as Moratorium Nears End — Camden Tribune | Courtesy Camden BOC Sept. 8 2026

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Camden Board Backs Posting Delinquent Taxpayer Names on Social Media for ‘Extra Pressure’

Camden commissioners backed posting delinquent-tax information on county social media after the county manager said broader exposure could add “a little extra pressure” to pay.

Sawyer Says South Mills Development Could ‘Outrun’ Sewer Plant as Moratorium Nears End — Camden Tribune | Courtesy Camden BOC Sept. 8 2026

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Sep 16, 2026

Sawyer Says South Mills Development Could ‘Outrun’ Sewer Plant as Moratorium Nears End

South Mills wastewater averaged about 25% of stated capacity in July, while Camden says proposed development will require substantially more treatment capacity.

Sawyer Says South Mills Development Could ‘Outrun’ Sewer Plant as Moratorium Nears End — Camden Tribune | Courtesy Camden BOC Sept. 8 2026

Sep 16, 2026

Camden Board Backs Posting Delinquent Taxpayer Names on Social Media for ‘Extra Pressure’

Camden commissioners backed posting delinquent-tax information on county social media after the county manager said broader exposure could add “a little extra pressure” to pay.

Camden Board Backs Posting Delinquent Taxpayer Names on Social Media for ‘Extra Pressure’ — Camden Tribune | Courtesy of Camden County BOC Meeting Sept 8 2026

Aug 26, 2026

Camden’s 30-Month Moratorium Nears End. DEQ Is Still Waiting on the Wastewater Model

Camden imposed a 30-month development moratorium to address water and sewer capacity. With four months left, DEQ says no wastewater permit application exists and it is still waiting on the completed model.

Camden’s 30-Month Moratorium Nears End. DEQ Is Still Waiting on the Wastewater Model — Camden Tribune | Francisco Salmeron

Aug 25, 2026

Currituck approves $600K pay plan, appoints Steve Hedrick

Currituck commissioners approved about $600,000 in recurring employee pay costs and appointed Steve Hedrick to fill J. Owen Etheridge’s vacant seat.

Currituck approves $600K pay plan, appoints Steve Hedrick — Camden Tribune

Aug 13, 2026

County rosters place the same six people on both Camden land-use boards

Camden’s two principal land-use boards have different duties but share six of seven members. A pending appeal shows why the distinction matters.

County rosters place the same six people on both Camden land-use boards — Camden Tribune graphic | Francisco Salmeron

Aug 12, 2026

Dare commissioners advance up to $67 million in financing, approve Hatteras child-care aid

Dare County advanced financing for three public projects and approved child-care assistance, referendum outreach, and a water-capital amendment at an Aug. 10 special meeting.

Dare commissioners advance up to $67 million in financing, approve Hatteras child-care aid — Camden Tribune | Courtesy of Dare County

Aug 11, 2026

387-Unit Crouse Proposal Heads to Aug. 31 Appeal Hearing

Camden's moratorium remains active as developers of a proposed 387-unit South Mills project appeal the county's determination that it blocks their plans.

387-Unit Crouse Proposal Heads to Aug. 31 Appeal Hearing

Aug 7, 2026

DEQ says no South Camden submission under review; Sawyer cited state staffing delays

DEQ says no related South Camden water or wastewater submission is currently under review and that additional county technical materials are expected. The response follows county statements citing state staffing delays.

AI illustration of a wastewater treatment facility with a records packet and pen in the foreground. — Camden Tribune AI illustration

Aug 7, 2026

Camden’s 72-Cent Property-Tax Rate Still Tops Its Three N.C. Border Counties

Camden adopted a 72-cent countywide property-tax rate—higher than the rates in all three of its N.C. border counties. A $50 solid-waste fee increase and special-district taxes add important context.

Camden’s 72-Cent Property-Tax Rate Still Tops Its Three N.C. Border Counties — Camden Tribune graphic | sources: final FY 2026–27 county adoption records.

Aug 6, 2026

Camden Tribune accepts Sheriff Jones’ invitation to tour; residents may join today at 1 p.m.

Camden Tribune will tour the Camden County Sheriff’s Office today at 1 p.m. Interested residents may meet the Tribune outside the facility before the visit.

Camden Tribune accepts Sheriff Jones’ invitation to tour; residents may join today at 1 p.m. — Camden Tribune graphic | Courtesy of the Camden County Sheriff’s Office

Aug 4, 2026

B&M Sand-Mine Dispute Spans Two Courts; State Hearing Set for Aug. 24

B&M is pursuing a federal civil-rights lawsuit and a separate state permit appeal. Here is how the cases differ and what happens Aug. 24.

B&M Sand-Mine Dispute Spans Two Courts; State Hearing Set for Aug. 24 — Camden Tribune | Graphic by Camden Tribune using AI-assisted design

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