A vessel that was grounded near Oregon Inlet roughly six weeks ago remains stuck on Bodie Island, per a recent update from the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The 72’ scallop boat, known as the Ocean Pursuit, encountered shallow waters close to the inlet around March 1. The U.S. Coast Guard Station Oregon Inlet responded to […]
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A Tornado Watch that was in effect for most of Eastern North Carolina has been expanded to include Hatteras and Ocracoke islands, per a Monday morning update from the National Weather Service (NWS) Newport / Morehead City office. The Tornado Watch is in effect until noon on Monday. The NWS advises all residents and visitors […]
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A strong cold front will impact the Outer Banks and Eastern N.C. area on Monday, bringing high sustained winds, possible coastal flooding, large surf and beach erosion, and possible tornadoes, per a Monday morning briefing from the National Weather Service (NWS) Newport / Morehead City office. Coastal flooding is possible along the soundside from […]
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A happy Easter to all. While protective measures have caused today’s services and celebrations to be different than previous years, our hope is that our community is finding the strength not to let this crisis damper the spirit, love and faith that comes with this special day. As you celebrate with your immediate family, remember […]
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A strong cold front will impact the Outer Banks and Eastern N.C. area late Sunday night through Monday, bringing strong winds, possible coastal flooding, large surf and beach erosion, and possible tornadoes, per a Saturday afternoon briefing from the National Weather Service (NWS) Newport / Morehead City office. Coastal flooding is possible on Monday, (mainly […]
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In North Carolina, there are currently over 4,312 cases of COVID-19 in 91 counties. There have been 80 fatalities in NC associated with COVID-19. Currently, the state is reporting 362 hospitalizations across the state from COVID-19 illness. To date, Dare County has reported 13 positive test results for COVID-19. Of the 13 individuals who have […]
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From his home in Kill Devil Hills, Dare County Board of Commissioners Chairman Bob Woodard addresses the Dare County community as we approach Easter and the third weekend with the Stay Home, Stay Healthy measures in place. “Easter will arrive this year, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic with the Stay at Home order in place. Don’t […]
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In North Carolina, there are currently 3,908 cases of COVID-19 in 91 counties. There have been 74 fatalities in NC associated with COVID-19. Currently, the state is reporting 423 hospitalizations across the state from COVID-19 illness. To date, Dare County has reported 13 positive test results for COVID-19. Of the 13 individuals who have tested […]
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On Thursday, April 9, another decommissioned tugboat was purposely sent to the bottom of the ocean in a continuing effort to boost the Outer Banks’ newest artificial reef, AR-165. The new artificial reef is sponsored by the Outer Banks Anglers Club, and the ensuing reef, (which is located roughly 7.5 miles off of Oregon Inlet), will […]
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KILL DEVIL HILLS — Patricia “Pat” Hagen was born on July 24, 1947 in Bethesda, Maryland. She unexpectedly transitioned with the Lord in Kill Devils Hills, North Carolina on April 6, 2020 at the age of 72. Pat was born an only child of two naval officers. As a child, Pat lived several years in […]
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