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NCDOT: Public Opposition Cannot Stop Knotts Island Ferry Toll

NCDOT says it cannot keep the Currituck–Knotts Island ferry toll-free after Jan. 1 — even if residents overwhelmingly oppose it. Rates and implementation remain open for public input.

NCDOT: Public Opposition Cannot Stop Knotts Island Ferry Toll — Camden Tribune | Courtesy N.C. Department of Transportation's Ferry Division.

By Francisco Salmeron • 2 months ago

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N.C. Ferry Tolls: Hanig Tried to Remove Them. 25 Senators Voted to Stop the Effort

North Carolina's ferry-toll mandate emerged in the Senate, survived an effort to remove it, disappeared from the House budget, and returned in the final agreement. The legislative record names the lawmakers involved but not who restored the statewide requirement.

NCDOT: Public Opposition Cannot Stop Knotts Island Ferry Toll — Camden Tribune | Courtesy N.C. Department of Transportation's Ferry Division.

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Aug 21, 2026

NCDOT: Public Opposition Cannot Stop Knotts Island Ferry Toll

NCDOT says it cannot keep the Currituck–Knotts Island ferry toll-free after Jan. 1 — even if residents overwhelmingly oppose it. Rates and implementation remain open for public input.

NCDOT: Public Opposition Cannot Stop Knotts Island Ferry Toll — Camden Tribune | Courtesy N.C. Department of Transportation's Ferry Division.

Aug 20, 2026

N.C. Ferry Tolls: Hanig Tried to Remove Them. 25 Senators Voted to Stop the Effort

North Carolina's ferry-toll mandate emerged in the Senate, survived an effort to remove it, disappeared from the House budget, and returned in the final agreement. The legislative record names the lawmakers involved but not who restored the statewide requirement.

N.C. Ferry Tolls: Hanig Tried to Remove Them. 25 Senators Voted to Stop the Effort — Camden Tribune graphic | Source Francisco Salmeron

Aug 12, 2026

When must drivers stop for a school bus in North Carolina? The five road rules

North Carolina’s school bus stop law varies by road. Here is who must stop in five common traffic configurations.

When must drivers stop for a school bus in North Carolina? The five road rules — Camden Tribune graphic | Francisco Salmeron