The North Carolina Coastal Federation (NCCF) recently launched a new webpage on Buxton Beach with background information, resources, and details on how the NCCF has become involved in calling for action to fix the contaminated Buxton shoreline. A three-tenths-of-a-mile section of the Buxton oceanfront has been closed since September 1, 2023, after two offshore hurricanes […]
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The Cape Point Campground in Buxton opened for the 2024 season on Saturday, April 27, per a recent announcement from the Cape Hatteras National Seashore (CHNS). The CHNS’ other seasonal campground – the Frisco Campground – opened on March 30, however, the Cape Point Campground’s opening was delayed due to excessive rainfall-related flooding in the […]
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The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking public comments on its Sea Turtle Conservation Plan through May 24. The plan will guide the agency’s efforts to maintain and increase populations of five species of sea turtles that nest on North Carolina beaches, primarily from May to August, and are declining in the state. All five species are […]
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December 31, 1946 – April 21, 2024 KITTY HAWK — Marilyn Kay Pokorny went to meet her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 21, 2024. She was 77. Marilyn is survived by her husband, John; her son Jeffrey John, MD (Anne) and daughter, Jody Lynn (Ross); her grandchildren John Russell, Christopher Thomas, and Caden […]
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Long-time Wanchese citizen Michelle “Micky” Montague, 64, died unexpectedly in Manteo. NC April 23, 2024 of natural causes. Micky was honest, funny, down-to- earth, and kind. She adored her family and friends all over the Outer Banks. Survivors include her daughter, Gretchen Montague of Manteo; her son, James Montague of Michigan; five grandchildren (and one […]
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Alexander M. Engart, Jr. died peacefully April 19, 2024 in Nags Head, NC at the age of 78. Mr. Engart was a longtime resident of Southern Shores, NC. For many years, he worked as a successful local architect. Survivors of Mr, Engart include several cousins and their families. Plans for memorial services are pending at […]
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With 311,384 visitors recorded in the first three months of 2024, the Cape Hatteras National Seashore (CHNS) is on track to have another busy year. Per statistics from the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, CHNS recorded 154,935 visitors in March, 79,256 visitors in February, and 77,193 visitors in January. In recent history, this is a higher […]
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From CoastalReview.org Coastal recreational and commercial fishermen will have to report certain fish harvests under a new North Carolina law that takes effect later this year. Preliminary details are scant as to how the two state agencies tasked with overseeing the reporting requirements will implement the program, one that is slated to be discussed during […]
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From OuterBanksVoice.com The Dare County Schools announced on April 25 that it will host a series of faculty and community meetings at each of the county’s middle and high schools. The meetings are designed to offer accurate information and address any questions regarding our secondary education program as it pertains to the possibility of […]
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This free, family-friendly event takes place August 1-3, 2024 on Ocracoke Island The Ocracoke community will celebrate the summer’s fig bounty with special guest Sheri Castle. Sheri Castle is the host of The Key Ingredient, an Emmy-winning cooking show from PBS North Carolina that airs across the country. Sheri is also an award-winning professional food […]
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