From Wobx.com Driven, in part, by price increases caused by inflation, occupancy and meals collections in Dare County both grew by almost four percent in August and retail sales in July were up nearly three percent. That follows new all-time monthly highs set in July for gross collections at hotels/motels and vacation rentals and restaurants. “We continue […]
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From Wobx.com Four Outer Banks radio stations are now up for liquidation, after the assets of a New Jersey-based company that had filed for bankruptcy were transferred to a trustee on Friday. JAM Media Solutions had been seeking Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection by reorganization since October 2022. The company owned Beach 104 (WCXL-FM); 99.1 The Sound […]
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American white pelicans have been spotted at the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge, making the fall an ideal time for birdwatchers and nature photographers to catch a glimpse of these rare visitors, as well as other migrating species that flock to the refuge in the off-season. White pelicans are big and eye-catching visitors to Pea […]
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The Orionids meteor shower, one of the fall’s most famous night sky spectacles, is expected to rain down its greatest number of meteors this weekend, October 21-22. The Orionids, which typically peak during the middle of October, are considered to be one of the most beautiful showers of the year. Orionid meteors are known for […]
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July 21, 1941 – October 19, 2023 SOUTHERN SHORES — Calvin Lary Sawyer was born on July 21, 1941, in Portsmouth, VA. He peacefully passed away on October 19, 2023, in Southern Shores, NC. Lary lived a fulfilling life spanning 82 years. Lary’s journey through life was filled with remarkable accomplishments and meaningful experiences. As […]
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Halloween is gearing up to be a wonderfully spooky celebration on Hatteras Island in 2023, thanks to a number of events that are wide open to the public. Halloween-centric events scheduled for the week of Halloween on Hatteras Island are listed below. NOTE: If you have an event you would like to add to the […]
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By The Outer Banks Voice “Life is tough for a lot of people,” said Sheila Davies, Dare County Director of Health and Human Services (DHHS), explaining why Sound Minds, a new mental health collaborative program between Dare County Health and Human Services, Interfaith Community Outreach and the Outer Banks Relief Foundation is so important. “You’ve got […]
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It is with a great deal of sadness that the Dare County Board of Commissioners announces the passing of Commissioner Jim Tobin. He was a longtime resident of Manns Harbor and served with distinction as a Dare County commissioner since May 1, 2017. Commissioner Tobin will long be remembered forhis passion and leadership in keeping […]
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August 11, 1954 – October 18, 2023 James Patrick Tobin, 69 of Manns Harbor, North Carolina passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023. He was born August 11, 1954 in Berkeley, California. Jim was the son of the late William P. Tobin and Marnelle L. Tobin. Jim spent most of his career as an entrepreneur. Beginning […]
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October 2024 will mark the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the Life-Saving Service along the North Carolina coastline, and multiple local and national organizations, (including the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station and Historic Site), are already planning a celebration of this milestone along the Outer Banks. The United States Life-Saving Service was the precursor to the […]
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