Do you have a loved one who wants a pony this holiday season? On Ocracoke Island, this Christmas wish is easy to fulfill. Outer Banks Forever, the local nonprofit partner of the Cape Hatteras National Seashore, is offering an opportunity to Adopt a Pony, giving horse lovers a chance to connect with the wild ponies that […]
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The immediate threat of coastal flooding has abated as the gusty northeast winds have diminished, and remaining coastal flood advisories will expire after this morning’s high tide, which is around 8:30 a.m. There was no additional flooding reported on N.C. Highway 12 as of 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 10. However, coastal flooding is possible […]
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Hatteras-Ocracoke ferry operations have resumed starting with the 2:00 p.m. departure from Hatteras and the 2:30 p.m. departure from Ocracoke, per an update from the North Carolina Ferry System. Ferry service was suspended on Tuesday, November 8, due to high winds and rough seas, and there is a possibility of additional service interruptions later this […]
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The Outer Banks Visitors Bureau is embarking on a process to develop a Long-Range Tourism Management Plan for the community. In creating this plan, it is critical for all voices to be heard, including the voices of our residents and non-resident property owners. We know that tourism development can have both positive and negative implications […]
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Have you ever wondered, “Can I make a difference at Christmas in the life of a child”? The answer is “Yes!”. Since 2012, Twiford Funeral Homes through Operation Toy Soldier has collected over 12,500 toys that have been distributed by the NC National Guard Family Services to local regional children of our active duty and […]
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Nominations are now being accepted for North Carolina’s 2023 Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards. Volunteers in Dare County who have given a substantial amount of their time and talent to assist others in the community through outstanding volunteer service can be nominated for this award. Any person, group or business from the public, nonprofit sector or […]
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December 29, 1936 – November 5, 2022 MANTEO – Metta Carawan Austin, 85, of Manteo, NC departed this earthly world on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at her home surrounded by family and close friends. Born in Hyde County on December 29, 1936, she moved to Dare County in the 1960s where she resided until her […]
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N.C. Highway 12 remained open and passable as of 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning, November 9, with some blowing sand and sea foam reported on northern Hatteras Island. The Mirlo Beach area north of Rodanthe, which is now bypassed by the Jug Handle Bridge, did experience some moderate flooding, and visitors are advised to avoid […]
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Results are in for the 2022 general election, with 50.53% percent of registered North Carolina voters casting a ballot, for a total of 3,745,547 ballots as of Wednesday morning. Republicans maintained their two U.S. Senate seats with a victory by Ted Budd. As a result, North Carolina’s delegation in the U.S. House will be evenly […]
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The Dare County Board of Commissioners have declared today, Monday, November 7, 2022, “Election Hero Day” in an effort to show appreciation and support for Dare County Elections department staff members and precinct workers throughout the county. The decision to pass a resolution honoring the 100-plus individuals who have already played an integral role in […]
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