Frisco-Buxton Pathway Open House Set for March 21

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is suspending most construction activity along major highways to keep lanes open for holiday travel. Where possible, work along interstates, U.S. routes, and key N.C. routes will be suspended through the evening of Monday, December 2. Also, for drivers headed to or coming from Tennessee for the holiday, please [...] Local News |  Full Article

November 16, 1958 – November 25, 2024 George Ray “Bird” Stallings, 66, of Rocky Mount, NC, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2024, at his second home in Buxton, NC. Born on November 16, 1958, in Rocky Mount, NC, George lived a life full of passion, dedication, and love. Ray earned his bachelor’s degree from [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

The Surfin’ Turkey 5K and Puppy Drum Fun Run is returning to Hatteras Village for its 13th year on Thanksgiving Day, and early sign-ups indicate that this year will have one of the biggest turnouts yet. The event features cool swag for participants, a pancake breakfast, a T-shirt, and a post-race celebration. Thanksgiving themed costumes are [...] Island Features |  Full Article

From SamWalkerOBXNews.com Election officials in Dare and Currituck counties have completed their recount of ballots that could impact the outcome of the race for a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court. Jefferson Griffin, the Republican candidate, trailed Democratic candidate Allison Riggs by 625 votes following the statewide canvass completed on November 24. For statewide [...] Local News |  Full Article

On Dec. 17 at 9 a.m., Wright Brothers National Memorial, the First Flight Society and Outer Banks Forever will celebrate the accomplishments of Wilbur and Orville Wright on the 121st anniversary of their first heavier-than-air, controlled, powered flight. Park entrance fees are waived on this special day. This year, the First Flight Society will induct Charles McGee (1919-2022) into the [...] Island Features |  Full Article

May 1, 1959 – November 20, 2024 FRISCO — Eric Paul “Rick” Foutz, born on May 1, 1959, in Roanoke, VA, passed away on November 20, 2024, in Frisco, NC, at the age of 65. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother, whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him. [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

MANTEO — Pensacola Mae McClease, born October 26, 1932, was called home to be with the Lord on November 22, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of Norfleet Price Meekins and Bessie Mae Meekins. Pensacola was preceded in death by her beloved siblings, Lillian Austin, Beatrice Lee, Theodore Meekins, her grandson, LeQuan Golden, and her [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

August 29, 1934 – November 24, 2024 MANTEO — Kenneth William Pekrun, Sr., born on August 29, 1934, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2024, in Manteo, North Carolina, at the age of 90. Kenneth was a man who embraced the great outdoors, finding joy in both hunting and wood carving. He [...] Obituaries |  Full Article

August 9, 1941 – November 21, 2024 WAVES — Walter “Skip” Marshall Wells, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2024, in Waves, North Carolina, at the age of 83. Born on August 9, 1941, in Beltsville, Maryland, Skip lived a life full of love, adventure, and fulfillment. [...] Obituaries |  Full Article