March 1, 2023 Obtaining Property by False Pretenses. 42000 block of NC 12 Hwy, Avon. Facebook / Ebay scam. Subject was tricked into sending money via gift cards. Under investigation. March 4, 2023 Larceny. 57000 block of NC 12 Hwy, Hatteras. Fishing rods stolen from the bed of a truck. Under investigation. March 6, 2023 […]
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Ocean overwash, strong winds forecast for the Outer Banks over Easter Weekend
There is increasing confidence that an extended period of strong north to northeasterly winds behind a stalled cold front will impact the Outer Banks over Easter Weekend, per a Friday morning update from the National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City office. Marine conditions will deteriorate as winds pick up, bringing large, dangerous seas and rip currents […]
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New Tri-Villages seasonal market will launch on April 10
A new and seasonal artists market is coming to the Tri-villages, with its first-ever event scheduled for Monday, April 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The April “Tri Villages Market at Camp Hatteras” will feature more than 30 artists, craftsmen, and vendors, and will set the stage for a weekly summertime “Wednesday in Waves” […]
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Strong winds, possible coastal flooding may impact the Outer Banks on Easter Weekend
There is increasing confidence that an extended period of strong north to northeasterly winds behind a stalled cold front will impact the Outer Banks over Easter Weekend, per an update from the National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City office. Strong north to northeasterly winds with gusts up to 45 mph will develop Friday and strengthen through […]
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Save the date for the 11th Annual Rock The Cape
The 11th Annual Rock The Cape will celebrate the visual and performing arts on Hatteras Island June 1-2 with an art show, live music and gallery tour. On Thursday, June 1 there will be a full afternoon of art and live music at Kitty Hawk Kites’ Waves Village Watersports Center at Milepost 40 in Rodanthe […]
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Ray Dale Gray, Jr.
December 26, 1951 – April 2, 2023 BUXTON — Ray Dale Gray, Jr., age 71, of Buxton, NC died on April 2, 2023. Ray was the son of the late Ray Dale Gray, Sr., and Vandetta Midgett Gray. He was also preceded in death by his younger brother, William Landry Gray. Ray was a lifelong […]
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Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station to host an Easter Egg Hunt on Monday, April 10
The Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station is hosting its annual Easter Egg hunt event on Monday, April 10, at 1:00 p.m., which includes a special guest appearance by the Easter Bunny. The Easter Bunny will head to the historic site onboard a big fire truck, and children are encouraged to come early to catch the arrival. The egg […]
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Airbnbs in rural N.C. counties rake in $370 million in 2022; Dare County tops at $71.4 million
From Wobx.com A new report from Airbnb shows hosts for the online short-term rental marketplace in North Carolina’s rural counties brought in more than $370 million in 2022, and income to hosts in Dare County topped the list last year. The statewide total was a more than 350 percent increase compared to pre-pandemic travel in […]
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2023 climbing season for Cape Hatteras Lighthouse unlikely as restoration project takes next steps
While the Bodie Island Lighthouse will open for climbers on April 26, a 2023 climbing season for the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is unlikely, as a years-long project to restore the 1870 structure enters the next phase. The first phase of the project wrapped up in 2021, and entailed removing the interior paint to provide a […]
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Dare County Schools hosts district Math Tournament for Elementary Students
Fourth and fifth-grade students throughout the district competed in the 24 Game Math Tournament on March 29. 54 students from Dare County’s five elementary schools gathered at First Flight Elementary School to compete in the district’s first 24 Game Math Tournament. Students began learning and playing the math card game, 24 Game, in their classrooms […]
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