Get ready to “shellebrate” as North Carolina Oyster Month returns this October, bringing a variety of fun and flavorful events across the state. From oyster farm tours to seafood festivals, there’s no shortage of ways to savor local oysters while supporting coastal conservation. To highlight the vital role oysters play in our coastal ecosystems, Governor […]
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During the holiday season, there are a number of opportunities for those who would like to donate to help make the holidays special for local residents in need. The Dare County Department of Health & Human Services (DHSS) partners with a number of community organizations, individuals and churches to ensure holiday joy is experienced by […]
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Following the September 20 collapse of two houses on G A Kohler Court in Rodanthe, Cape Hatteras National Seashore (Seashore) employees have supplemented contractor cleanup efforts. Additionally, the owner of 23001 G A Kohler Court, some of his family, and many visitors and community members have significantly contributed to the cleanup. Review of recent house […]
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John Michael Moseley, Sr., “Mike”, a much-loved man known for his kindness, as well as a loving, caring, and humorous personality, left us on September 20, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer. Mike lived a life filled with love, dance, family, and humor and will be much missed by all who knew him. Mike […]
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Meet the Outer Banks SPCA pet of the week, courtesy of their latest video produced by Dare County’s CURRENT TV. For more information on this pet, and the many other Outer Banks pets currently up for adoption, visit the Outer Banks SPCA website at https://www.obxspca.org/, or their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/obxspca/
December 2, 1961 – September 9, 2024 OCRACOKE — Sherry Leigh Atkinson, of Ocracoke, NC, passed away on September 9, 2024, at ECU Health Medical Center at the age of 62. She was born on December 2, 1961, in Fayetteville, NC, to the late Heidrun Jones and William Atkinson Sherry worked a variety of jobs […]
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Fern Esther MacAllister Sjoerdsma, a longtime resident of Southern Shores, died at home Tuesday, Sept. 17. She was 100. Born May 5, 1924, in Jackson, Mich. to the late Neva Fern (Lewis) and Elwood K. MacAllister, Fern was a stand-out student from an early age, as well as a blue-eyed, curly-haired charmer. She never lost […]
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Norma Rae McPherson Eley, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 15, 2024. Rae was born on December 26, 1930, in Camden County, NC. She was the daughter of Alida McPherson Burguess and Winfred McPherson, and the oldest of two sisters. Portia Lee Burgess and Phyllis Lane. Her middle sister Portia Lee passed away the […]
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The N.C. Department of Transportation’s Ferry Division officially christened its two newest vessels today during a ceremony at the Cherry Branch Ferry Terminal in Havelock. The Motor Vessel Avon and Motor Vessel Salvo are both river-class ferries, larger than the two Hatteras-class ferries they’re replacing, which are both more than 30 years old. The two new ferries are part of […]
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November 3, 1951 – July 15, 2024 KILL DEVIL HILLS — Philip Scott Harvey passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 15, 2024. Philip was born in Greenville, NC on November 3, 1951, to George Philip and Mary Scott Harvey. He is survived by his wife Susan, their daughter Virginia “Ginger” Rountree and husband […]
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