news
Manteo Planning Board paves the way for COA project, but questions remain
The Manteo Planning Board has voted to recommend the town adopt changes to the zoning ordinance that would pave the way for a planned College ...
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Buxton fire claimed lives of four, county confirms
Four people are confirmed to have died in the large structure fire that broke out in the early ...
Coast Guard confirms family of active duty member unaccounted for in Buxton fire
Commander of U.S. Coast Guard Sector North Carolina Capt. Matt Baer released a statement late Friday afternoon regarding ...
Four people unaccounted for after early morning structure fire in Buxton
According to Dare County Emergency Management, four individuals remain unaccounted for after a large structure fire broke out ...
Object on Buxton beach determined to be live military ordnance
UPDATE: Detonation will be delayed until later Friday. Time will be updated when information available. Cape Hatteras National ...
community
Telling a life story through art: The Don Bryan retrospective at Ghost Fleet Gallery
An exhibition and sale of works by Don Bryan will be on display and available for sale at the Glenn Eure Ghost Fleet Gallery, located at 210 E. ...
by Staff Reports.
guest column
Social Security Matters: Ask Rusty – I need guidance on Social Security and Medicare
by AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor, Association of Mature American Citizens Dear Rusty: I am turning 67 in October and as of today am ...
by Guest Columnist, Saturday, October 24, 2020 4:41 am
commuity
Feeling festive? Enter Currituck Extension’s fall arrangement contest
Fall is here and many are outside decorating homes for the holidays. Halloween, Thanksgiving and festive fall arrangements are popping up everywhere! N.C. Cooperative Extension, ...
by Staff Reports, Saturday, October 24, 2020 4:34 am
on the water
Great day on the water
On the eve of the sturgeon moon, a group of locals and their out of area guests went fishing with Capt. Greg Mayer and mate ...
by Staff Reports, Saturday, October 24, 2020 4:29 am
on the water
Uncommon catch for Nags Head area
Jesse Edelmayer of Mooresville caught and released this bonefish – a rare catch in these waters – while bottom fishing with shrimp in the surf ...
by Staff Reports, Saturday, October 24, 2020 4:24 am
community
FOCUS: Rods on the Run
The OBX Rod and Custom Festival rode its way through the Outer Banks on October 9 and 10 for its “Unexpected Fall Edition.” An event ...
by Staff Reports, Saturday, October 24, 2020 4:18 am
news
Dare school board delves into back-to-school set up
Dare County School system is preparing for a return to face-to-face learning on Monday, Oct. 26. At the Oct. 13 Dare Board of Education meeting, ...
by Mary Helen Goodloe-Murphy, Friday, October 23, 2020 6:57 am
letter to the editor
Letter to the Editor: Group responds to Dare Board of Education’s decision to keep Manteo mascots
To the Editor: The Change the Manteo Mascots Initiative, a group of residents and alumni, issues the following statement in response to the October 13, ...
by Letters to the Editor, Friday, October 23, 2020 6:51 am
sports
No. 14 Tar Heels, No. 23 Wolfpack meet in instate rivalry
By Aaron Beard, AP Sports Writer Both North Carolina coach Mack Brown and North Carolina State coach Dave Doeren want to see how their team ...
by Associated Press, Thursday, October 22, 2020 10:57 pm
community
Free dental clinic for veterans offered in Kitty Hawk
For the sixth year, Morgan Family Dentistry will offer a free dental clinic for veterans on November 6 at their Kitty Hawk location, 10A Juniper ...
by Staff Reports, Thursday, October 22, 2020 5:48 pm
Guest Opinion
Guest Opinion: Why are people complaining about innovative COVID treatments?
By Peter J. Pits Gilead Sciences just announced it will charge $3,120 for a full course of Remdesivir, the first new FDA-approved treatment for COVID-19. ...
by Guest Columnist, Thursday, October 22, 2020 5:18 pm
sports
Slam dunk: Jordan picks 23 for car number of new NASCAR team
Picking the car number for Michael Jordan’s new NASCAR team was a slam dunk: Bubba Wallace will drive the No. 23 car when the team ...
by Associated Press, Thursday, October 22, 2020 5:15 pm
news
Dare County Finance Department receives award for excellence in financial reporting
The Dare County Finance Department has been awarded the prestigious Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association. At ...
by Staff Reports, Thursday, October 22, 2020 4:58 pm
news
Mascots stay the same at Manteo schools
Redskins and Braves mascots at Manteo High and Manteo Middle schools will remain. Dare County’s Board of Education voted unanimously to retain the mascot names ...
by Mary Helen Goodloe-Murphy, Thursday, October 22, 2020 4:19 pm
news
Potential unexploded ordnance found on Cape Hatteras National Seashore beach in Buxton
Cape Hatteras National Seashore has announced that Thursday morning, October 22, a potential unexploded ordnance (UXO) was discovered on the beach near the Cape Hatteras ...
by Staff Reports, Thursday, October 22, 2020 1:37 pm
news
Kill Devil Hills approves rear yard setback change
Actions at the Monday, October 12 meeting of the Kill Devil Hills Board of Commissioners included amending rear yard setback requirements for mixed use developments ...
by Philip S. Ruckle Jr., Thursday, October 22, 2020 12:12 pm
Guest Opinion
Guest Opinion: Civility before, during and after election day
By Johnathan Hladik Discussion and debate has always been a part of rural America. From coffee shops to the local co-op, rural residents aren’t afraid ...
by Guest Columnist, Thursday, October 22, 2020 12:04 pm
letter to the editor
Letter to the Editor: Reader says Judge ‘can help us do better’
To the Editor: I’m a small business owner and healthcare advocate with extensive experience as a caregiver, and I support Tess Judge. Why? Bob Steinburg, ...
by Letters to the Editor, Thursday, October 22, 2020 11:53 am
on the water
NOAA Fisheries modifies south Atlantic red snapper fishing seasons
NOAA Fisheries Bulletin FB20-061 announces the final rule for Regulatory Amendment 33 to the Fishery Management Plan for the Snapper-Grouper Fishery of the South Atlantic ...
by Staff Reports, Thursday, October 22, 2020 11:05 am
community
Men’s Barbecue Night planned in Rodanthe
A Men’s Barbecue Night is planned for Tuesday, Oct. 27 at Fair Haven United Methodist Church, located at 24240 Tradewinds Dr. in Rodanthe. “Hang out ...
by Staff Reports, Thursday, October 22, 2020 10:45 am
news
North Carolina to remain in Phase 3
North Carolina remains paused in Phase 3 for three more weeks as health officials continue to monitor North Carolina’s viral trends. Governor Roy Cooper made ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, October 21, 2020 3:32 pm
on the water
Five positive COVID-19 tests reported among Neuse River ferry staff
The North Carolina Department of Transportation has reported that five employees on the Neuse River ferry route between Cherry Branch and Minnesott Beach have tested ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, October 21, 2020 2:29 pm
school
First Flight High School closed for sanitization
Dare County Schools Superintendent John Farrelly sent a message out to parents Wednesday morning stating that First Flight High School was closing for the remainder ...
by Staff Reports, Wednesday, October 21, 2020 11:22 am
religion
Reflections by the Sea: Sea Spray
By Betsy Ore Glass The Lord is my strength and my shield; My heart trusts in him, and I am helped. My heart leaps for ...
by Guest Columnist, Wednesday, October 21, 2020 5:03 am
religion
Weekly Devotion – John 7:35
By Mike Caton John 7:35, The Jews said to one another, “Where does this man intend to go that we cannot find him? Will he ...
by Guest Columnist, Wednesday, October 21, 2020 4:55 am
community
Donors sought for Northern Dare Angel Gift, application period now open
The Outer Banks Woman’s Club is seeking sponsors and donors for the Angel Gift Program, now in its 33rd year. The club partners in a ...