Dare County Schools’ Superintendent, John Farrelly, stated that graduation plans for the class of 2020 will be re-evaluated on June 1 in an emailed message to students, parents and their families. Per the update, the delay in finalizing plans will allow Dare County schools more time to see if the state of North Carolina moves into […]
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Ocracoke Volunteer Fire Department cancels Firemen’s Ball
The Ocracoke Volunteer Fire Department has canceled this year’s Firemen’s Ball. “Due to county and state restrictions and the uncertainty of the current situation (with the COVID-19 pandemic), as well as concerns for the health and safety of everyone involved, we came to the incredibly difficult decision to cancel the Firemen’s Ball this Memorial Day […]
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Meet the Outer Banks SPCA Pet of the Week, Wilbur
Meet the Outer Banks SPCA pet of the week, Wilbur, courtesy of their latest video produced by Dare County’s CURRENT TV. For more information on Wilbur, and the many other Outer Banks pets currently up for adoption, visit the Outer Banks SPCA website at https://www.obxspca.org/, or their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/obxspca
Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament will continue as scheduled, but without social events
During its monthly board meeting Thursday, The Big Rock Board of Directors voted unanimously to proceed with the 62nd Annual Big Rock Tournament and the 23rd Annual KWLA Lady Angler Tournament. The tournaments will begin as scheduled with the KWLA Lady Angler Tournament on June 6 and the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament competition June 8 -13. […]
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Dare County posts FAQs for visitors on local guidelines, and what to expect during an upcoming OBX vacation
With visitors returning to the Outer Banks on May 16, Dare County has posted a list of frequently asked questions that outline what visitors should know and expect on an Outer Banks vacation during the global COVID-19 pandemic. Complete information from the county on the COVID-19 response and local guidelines can be found on the […]
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Ocracoke Island’s 2020 4th of July events and fireworks cancelled
The Ocracoke Civic and Business Association, in coordination with Hyde County, has cancelled the 2020 Fourth of July activities and the annual Fireworks display planned for July 2nd. This difficult decision follows guidance from the CDC and State of North Carolina regarding safety impacts associated with large gatherings. We look forward to a fantastic event […]
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Dare County Schools Superintendent Shares Graduation Plans for 2020
Dare County Schools’ Superintendent, John Farrelly, outlined the county’s graduation plans for 2020 Seniors in an emailed message to students, parents and their families. Per the update, each graduating senior and their family will be recognized and will receive their diploma in their school auditorium, following social distancing guidelines, between May 26 and June 4. […]
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Dare County outlines safety guidelines for future visitors in Monday’s update
Dare County outlined the state and county guidelines for safely visiting the Outer Banks in their Monday update, which includes the three “Ws” – Wear a face covering, Wash your hands, and Wait six feet apart. Additional updates from the county for Monday, May 11, are as follows Department of Health & Human Services State […]
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Hannah Nicole Simon
June 29, 1994 – May 6, 2020 WANCHESE — Hannah Nicole Simon, 25, of Wanchese, North Carolina went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, May 6, 2020. Born in Slidell, LA on June 29, 1994, Hannah is the daughter of Amy Creef Daniels (John Whaley III) of Wanchese, NC and Thad Simon of […]
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Hatteras Island Real Estate: The impact of Covid-19 on the real estate market
As you might expect, the most frequently asked question that my Realtor colleagues and I are hearing these days is – “What impact are the COVID-19 related restrictions having on the Hatteras Island real estate market?” This article is intended to provide some insights into the answers to this question. To begin the discussion, we […]
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