Photos by Don Bowers Hundreds of people from the Outer Banks and miles beyond congregated at the edge of Oregon Inlet on Saturday to celebrate the long-awaited completion of the new Bonner Bridge replacement. The event was called “Community Day” and was an opportunity for the public to be among the first folks to walk […]
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Hundreds of Dare County residents and visitors braved the cold temperatures and rough winds on Saturday morning to celebrate the completion of the new Oregon Inlet Bridge. Though not officially open to the public just yet, the bridge was temporarily accessible on Saturday for pedestrians and cyclists who wanted to walk along the newly finished […]
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KILL DEVIL HILLS — Fred R. Travis, Jr. or as most knew him “Rick” passed of natural causes on Thursday February 7, 2019 at the family home in Kill Devil Hills, NC. He was 50. Rick was born November 5, 1968 in Parkersburg, WV. His step-father Garva Eagle preceded him in death several years ago. […]
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At the Dare County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting on February 4, Avon resident Kenny Brite received his 15-year service pin for his lengthy and dedicated work with Dare County Emergency Medical Services (EMS.) But talk to any Hatteras Island local who knows Kenny Brite, and they will attest that his years of service for the […]
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With less than a week before the grandest love event of the year, many have already made plans to celebrate their special Valentine. For those of us who are still struggling to come up with the perfect way to celebrate our loved one, however, there is hope. Here are just a few of the ways […]
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NAGS HEAD — William L. Wright, Jr. or “Bill – Buck” as he was best known passed away at the family home in Nags Head, NC February 8, 2019. Bill-Buck was born September 13, 1938 to the lateWilliam L. Wright and Louise Thomas Wright in Newport News, VA. He is survived by his wife Grace of […]
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At its Feb. 4 meeting, the Dare Board of Commissioners honored the volunteers of the Cape Hatteras United Methodist Men for 41 years of service to the community on Hatteras Island, during which they have provided 19,000 meals and $2 million in assistance to people in need. Board Chairman Bob Woodard read a Certificate of […]
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A 20-foot wooden cross that washed ashore outside of the Ocean Manor Beach Resort in Fort Lauderdale, F.L. on Saturday made waves throughout the Sunshine State, but days after the cross appeared, the significance of the discovery hit close to home. Family members and friends in Hatteras village believe that the wooden cross, which was […]
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The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Ferry Division will be holding its first-ever career fair on Friday, March 1, at the Hatteras Civic Center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. “We’re looking for exceptional employees in all positions,” said Ferry Division Director Harold Thomas. “Whether they want a summer job or a full-time career, we hope […]
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Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) recorded a 5.7 percent increase in total recreational visits in 2018 compared to 2017. Last year’s visitation (2,572,297) made it the busiest year at the Seashore since 2003. Monthly Recreational Visits Calendar Year 2018 January: 60,934 February: 76,818 March: 179,199 April: 175,377 May: 248,423 June: 389,722 July: 405,038 August: 387,698 […]
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