Scaffolding around Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is 95% complete; Temporary beacon will be installed soon

Despite multiple storms over the past few weeks, there have been waves of progress on the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse restoration project, starting with the tower of scaffolding. “We are closing in on 95% complete, so we expect to be done with the outside [scaffolding] by the end of April,” said Ed Milch, General Superintendent for […]

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New Buxton Civic Association outlines the work ahead to fix Buxton Beach at heated public meeting

Members of the new Buxton Civic Association (BCA) introduced themselves to the local community at a public meeting on Wednesday that became heated at times due to its focus on the growing environmental and public safety issues at Buxton Beach. Cape Hatteras National Seashore Superintendent David Hallac attended the meeting alongside five BCA Board Members, […]

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Orrin Reginald Walke

O.R. “Bubba” Walke passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024, after a short illness, surrounded by his loved ones. Bubba lived a life full of compassion, kindness and unwavering love and dedication to his family and friends. His infectious smile, gentle spirit, easygoing and charismatic personality made him loved and respected by all who knew […]

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Coastal Flood Advisory, High Surf Advisory, Gale Warning in effect starting Thursday evening

A strong frontal system will impact the Outer Banks from Thursday into Friday, bringing the potential for severe thunderstorms, gusty winds, and possible coastal flooding. A Coastal Flood Advisory has been issued for the Outer Banks from 5:00 p.m. Thursday until 5:00 p.m. Friday, while a High Surf Advisory will be in effect from 8:00 […]

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Island History: A spotlight on stories from the Outer Banks’ Life-Saving Service

The Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station (CLSS) is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year, as one of the seven original Life-Saving Stations to be built in North Carolina in 1874. As such, the Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station and Historic Site in Rodanthe will be sharing stories about the seven 1874 Outer Banks stations in the months ahead, leading […]

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Public invited to attend meeting to discuss updates to Outer Banks Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan

Dare County and Currituck County—along with each county’s incorporated communities—are currently in the process of updating the Outer Banks Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan in an effort to better protect people and property from the potential effects of natural and human-caused hazards. This plan update is required for all communities to maintain their eligibility to receive […]

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Coastal Studies Institute will host Open House on the ECU Outer Banks Campus on April 20

The Coastal Studies Institute (CSI) and ECU Integrated Coastal Programs (ECU ICP) are hosting and Open House from 11 am.-3 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2024.  The public is welcome and encouraged to attend this free event.  Attendees will be able to tour the campus, grounds, and facilities, learn about current research and education programs, […]

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Morjorie Lorraine Williams

March 31, 1940 – April 5, 2024 KITTY HAWK — Morjorie Lorraine “Margie” Williams, loving matriarch, devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away at the age of 84 on April 5, 2024, at her home in Kitty Hawk, NC. Margie was born on March 31, 1940, in Norfolk County, VA. Margie’s life […]

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