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Buxton Beach Cleanup Efforts Progressing Amid Community Concerns Over Petroleum Leak
Buxton Beach Report Shows Cleanup Efforts Moving Forward BUXTON, N.C. — It’s been a bumpy road for residents of Buxton since the Coast Guard closed their facilities at Buxton Beach...
Spooky Red Streaks Transform Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Just in Time for Halloween
Unveiling the Spooky Red Streaks of Cape Hatteras Lighthouse As the cozy autumn chill sets in along the shores of North Carolina, the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse has become the center...
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse’s Eerie “Bleeding” Streaks Attract Attention Before Halloween
Spooky Sight at Cape Hatteras Lighthouse: It’s Not What You Think! Located in the charming town of Buxton, North Carolina, the famous Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is making headlines for something...
Mysterious Wild Stallion Dash and Mother Rotor Spotted in North Carolina’s Outer Banks
Dash and Rotor: A Mysterious Appearance on North Carolina’s Outer Banks Corolla, North Carolina – On a sunny August afternoon, locals and tourists alike were graced with an extraordinary sight...
Swimming Advisory Issued in Salvo Due to Elevated Bacteria Levels
Swimming Advisory Issued in Salvo Due to Elevated Bacteria Levels Salvo, North Carolina – A friendly reminder to all beachgoers that not every splash is a safe splash! Today, officials...
Wild Horses Feast on Ripe Persimmons in North Carolina’s Outer Banks
Wild Horses Enjoy Seasonal Treats on North Carolina’s Outer Banks In the charming community of Corolla, North Carolina, something delightful is happening in nature. The wild horses that roam the...
Rodanthe, N.C. Struggles with Home Collapses Due to Severe Ocean Erosion
Rodanthe, N.C. Faces Home Collapses Amid Ocean Erosion The picturesque town of Rodanthe, North Carolina, recently made headlines as it faced a troubling series of home collapses. In just a...
Tragic Plane Crash in Manteo, N.C. Claims Lives of Five, Including Child
Manteo, N.C. – Tragic Plane Crash Claims Lives of Five On a somber Saturday afternoon, the quiet town of Manteo, North Carolina, was shaken by a tragic event—a single-engine airplane...
Bustin’ Crime in Buxton: Recent Property Crimes Strain Community Safety
Bustin’ Crime in Buxton: A Look at Recent Property Crimes Hey there, fellow Dare County residents! It’s been a bit of a rollercoaster month with crime in our community, specifically...
BUSINESS
Roadwork Set to Improve Traffic Flow and Drainage in Nags Head, NC
Roadwork Set to Begin in Nags Head, NC: What You Need to Know Nags Head, North Carolina, is gearing up for some road improvements that will help keep traffic flowing...
Outer Banks Community Foundation Distributes $54,000 in Grants to Bolster Local Nonprofits
Outer Banks Community Foundation Supports Local Nonprofits with $54,000 in Community Enrichment Grants This quarter, the Outer Banks Community Foundation has generously allocated $54,000 in Community Enrichment Grants to 11...
Barco, N.C. Welcomes RoundTable Health Care to Enhance Healthcare Access
Barco, N.C. Expands Healthcare Access with New Location In a move that will surely bring relief to many residents, RoundTable Health Care has officially opened its doors in Barco, North...
Exciting Brewtag Event Set to Take Flight in Nags Head
Exciting Brewtag Event Set to Take Flight in Nags Head Are you ready, Nags Head? The annual OBX Brewtag is just around the corner, bringing together the best of both...
Leadership OBX Launches New Class for 2024-2025, Empowering Local Professionals
Leadership OBX Welcomes New Class for 2024-2025! In a vibrant ceremony that could only take place in the stunning Outer Banks, the Community Chamber rolled out the red carpet for...
Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station Celebrates 150th Anniversary with Festivities and New Openings
Celebrating 150 Years of Chicamacomico Life-Saving Station: A Year of Firsts This year, the beautiful town of Rodanthe, North Carolina, is buzzing with excitement as it marks the 150th anniversary...
Exciting Donation to Preserve History on Hatteras Island Supports Lifesaving Station Restoration
Exciting News from Hatteras Island: A Generous Donation to Preserve History! Hatteras Island is buzzing with excitement as a non-resident couple has stepped up with a heartwarming show of generosity....
Nags Head Community Rallies to Support Local Hero with New Air Conditioning Unit
Nags Head Resident Receives New AC Through Community Program Nags Head, NC – In a heartwarming event that showcases community spirit, Master Heating & Cooling, in partnership with The LII...
Virginia Beach Faces Decline in Summer Tourism Amid Rising Costs and Changing Visitor Trends
Virginia Beach Sees a Dip in Summer Tourism: What’s Happening? As summer comes to a close in Virginia Beach, many are left pondering a surprising trend in tourism: the influx...
Events/What's Happening
Town of Duck Celebrates Community Spirit with Premiere of New Documentary and Colorful Sculpture
Town of Duck Shines Bright with New Documentary Premiere and Iconic Sculpture On a delightful Thursday evening, October 3, 2024, the charming Town of Duck took center stage with the...
Spook-tacular Halloween Celebrations Await Families in Dare County!
Spook-tacular Events to Get You in the Halloween Spirit in Dare County! As Halloween approaches on Thursday, October 31, it’s time to get in the spirit with some fun festivities...
Celebrate History with a Special Dedication Ceremony and Self-Guided Tour in Kill Devil Hills on October 11, 2024
Step Back in Time in Kill Devil Hills Hey there, friends! Are you ready to take a delightful stroll down memory lane? If you’re in the area, you won’t want...
Outer Banks Senior Swimmers Shine at North Carolina State Finals
Outer Banks Senior Swimmers Make a Huge Splash at State Finals! The bustling atmosphere of Raleigh was alive with excitement on September 21, 2024, as the Outer Banks Senior Games...
Meet Connie: The Resilient Tabby Seeking a Loving Forever Home!
Meet Connie, the Spirited Tabby Looking for a Forever Home! Greetings from the beautiful Outer Banks! If you’re in the mood for a heartwarming story about resilience and joy, then...
Exciting October Events in Corolla: Fall Open House and Book Signing with Donna Campbell Smith
Exciting Events Coming to Corolla This October! Corolla, a charming little town nestled in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, is gearing up for a fantastic October filled with exciting...
Exciting Renovations Coming to Kill Devil Hills Gymnasium and Community Programs!
Exciting Changes Ahead in Kill Devil Hills! If you’re in the beautiful town of Kill Devil Hills, we have some important news coming your way! The Dare County Parks and...
Excitement in Manteo as Outer Banks Film Society Launches New Season with Diverse Film Lineup
Excitement in Manteo for the Outer Banks Film Society’s New Season There’s a buzz in Manteo, North Carolina, as the Outer Banks Film Society kicks off its second season, showcasing...
Celebrating Nostalgia in Nags Head: A Night of Laughter, Food, and Community Spirit!
Celebrating Nostalgia in Nags Head: A Night to Remember! Nags Head, NC was abuzz with excitement as the annual event organized by the Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce took place...
CRIME
Tragic Plane Crash in Manteo, N.C. Claims Lives of Five, Including Child
Manteo, N.C. – Tragic Plane Crash Claims Lives of Five On a somber Saturday afternoon, the quiet town of Manteo, North Carolina, was shaken by a tragic event—a single-engine airplane...
Bustin’ Crime in Buxton: Recent Property Crimes Strain Community Safety
Bustin’ Crime in Buxton: A Look at Recent Property Crimes Hey there, fellow Dare County residents! It’s been a bit of a rollercoaster month with crime in our community, specifically...
Tragic Plane Crash Claims Five Lives at Wright Brothers National Memorial
Tragedy Strikes at Wright Brothers National Memorial Dare County, N.C. – A tragic plane crash occurred on Saturday night at the Wright Brothers National Memorial’s First Flight Airport, claiming the...
Manteo Middle School Student Hospitalized After TikTok Prank Incident Raises Safety Concerns
Manteo Student Injured in TikTok Prank Incident This week in Manteo, a middle school student faced a challenging night after an incident involving a TikTok prank at an after-school event...
Tragic Incident on Corolla Beach Claims the Life of Beloved Wild Stallion
Tragic Incident on Corolla Beach Claims the Life of Beloved Wild Stallion Corolla, N.C. – A truly heart-wrenching tragedy unfolded over the weekend in Corolla, where a 10-year-old wild stallion...
Rodanthe Struggles with Housing Issues Following Recent Storm Damage and Community Loss
Rodanthe Faces Housing Challenges as Storms Impact Oceanfront Properties Rodanthe, a picturesque town along the Outer Banks, has been making the news lately, not for its tranquil beaches, but due...
Traffic Stop in Southern Shores Leads to Drug Possession Arrest
Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest for Drug Possession in Southern Shores Southern Shores, NC is a beautiful coastal town known for its stunning beaches and friendly community. However, in a...
Southern Shores Police Set Up Checkpoint, Leading to Drug-Related Arrest
Southern Shores Police Conduct Checkpoint, Leading to Drug Arrest On a breezy evening in Southern Shores, North Carolina, the local police were on the lookout for impaired drivers. It all...
Traffic Stop in Southern Shores Leads to Arrest and Major Drug Seizure
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest in Southern Shores On the evening of September 6, 2024, a routine traffic stop turned into a significant drug seizure in the quiet area...
POLITICS
Dare County Implements Balloon Ban to Safeguard Coastal Wildlife
Dare County Takes Bold Step to Protect Wildlife with Balloon Ban In a move that has wildlife enthusiasts and environmentally conscious citizens cheering, the Commissioners of Dare County have made...
Washington D.C. Gears Up for Potential Trump Comeback as New Think Tank Emerges
Washington D.C. Buzzing with Possible Changes Ahead Have you heard the latest chatter coming out of Washington D.C.? It seems there’s a new think tank on the block that’s stirring...
Big Shifts in Election Campaign Strategies as the Countdown Begins
Big Shifts in Election Campaign Strategies as the Countdown Begins As the election season heats up in Chicago, things are getting real! With only a few weeks left until the...
Vermont Voters Demand Real Solutions as Harris-Walz Campaign Gains Momentum
Vermont Voters Speak: What They Expect from Harris-Walz Campaign In the heart of Vermont, conversations are buzzing about the upcoming elections. With the Harris-Walz campaign gearing up, many folks are...
Exciting New Developments Set to Transform Springfield Community
Exciting Developments in Springfield! Hey there, Springfield! We’ve got some thrilling news that you won’t want to miss out on. The city has been abuzz with new projects, fresh launches,...
Exciting Changes on the Horizon as Springfield Embraces a New Era of Growth and Community Spirit
Exciting Developments in Springfield: A New Era Begins Hey everyone! So, let’s talk about what’s been happening in Springfield lately. If you haven’t heard yet, this charming city is all...
Political Cartoonists Shine a Light on the Absurdity of Washington D.C.
Welcome to the Political Playground: A Cartoonish Week in Review So, here we are in the sprawling city of Washington, D.C., where the political winds are always swirling, and this...
Democrats Face Crucial Strategy Challenges Ahead of November Elections in Washington D.C.
Washington D.C.: The House that Leadership Built So, picture this: you’re in the bustling heart of Washington D.C., where the hustle and bustle of Congress isn’t just a slogan—it’s a...
New York Governor Highlights Commitment to Congressional Support as Election Day Approaches
New York Governor Brags About His Congressional Support Efforts In the bustling streets of New York City, the air is charged with excitement as the political game heats up. Recently,...
SPORTS
Milan Pays Tribute to Tennis Legend Lea Pericoli Who Passed Away at 89
Milan Mourns Loss of Tennis Legend Lea Pericoli Hey there, sports fans! Grab your tissues because we’ve got some sad news coming out of Milan. Italian tennis star Lea Pericoli,...
Shohei Ohtani Set to Dazzle in Postseason Debut at Dodger Stadium
Los Angeles: Shohei Ohtani Finally Takes the Stage Hey, baseball fans! This is big news coming out of Los Angeles — or more specifically, Dodger Stadium, where the excitement is...
Government Decision Looms on £9 Billion Lower Thames Crossing Project Impacting Kent and Sussex Motorists
Exciting News for Motorists: What’s Happening in Kent and Sussex This Friday is shaping up to be a big day for folks in Kent and Sussex. The government is set...
Milwaukee Brewers Fall as New York Mets Surge into NL Division Series
Milwaukee, Brewers Take a Fall as Mets Advance to NL Division Series The New York Mets’ journey through the playoffs took a thrilling turn last night, as they pulled off...
Outer Banks Senior Swimmers Shine at North Carolina State Finals
Outer Banks Senior Swimmers Make a Huge Splash at State Finals! The bustling atmosphere of Raleigh was alive with excitement on September 21, 2024, as the Outer Banks Senior Games...
Baseball Fever Hits Various Cities as 2024 MLB Postseason Unfolds
Baseball Fever Hits Various Cities as 2024 MLB Postseason Unfolds Another October, another whirlwind of excitement! If you’re a baseball fan, you know that the 2024 MLB Postseason has a...
NFL Week 4 Highlights: Bills Face Challenges, Dolphins Struggle, and Falcons Find Hope
Buffalo, New York: NFL Week 4 Wrap-Up Wow, can you believe it? The first month of the NFL season is in the books, and things are getting pretty interesting out...
Seoul Mobilizes Military Aircraft for Evacuations Amid Middle East Conflict
Seoul Reacts to Tensions in the Middle East Seoul, South Korea – Wow, there’s a lot going on lately, and it seems like South Korea is ready to jump into...
Davante Adams Trade Rumors Heat Up as Raiders Eye Potential Deals
Las Vegas Buzz: Davante Adams on the Move? Hey, football fans! It’s your favorite game time again, and we’ve got some juicy news coming out of Las Vegas. That’s right,...
