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latest forecast=isaias tracks inland

The latest National Hurricane Center forecast for Tropical Storm Isaias has storm inland. Outer Banks will experience wind and rain but not full impact of storm.

No Additional Protective Measures Ordered at This Time; Mandatory Evacuation for Hatteras Island Remains in Effect Local officials met Sunday morning to receive an update from the National Weather Service. Based on the current forecast, no additional protective measures are being implemented at this time. While an evacuation order is not anticipated, it is imperative… Continue reading latest forecast=isaias tracks inland

southern shores flat top tour april 27

The Perkinsons family “Atlantica." One of the flat tops on the 2019 tour.

The Southern Shores Flat Top cottages have become an iconic piece of Outer Banks architecture. Beautiful in their functional simplicity, they seem an endangered species now, but families that own them treasure them. Discover the magic of these architectural wonders at the semi-annual tour. We’ve reprinted the press release below. Tour Benefits Flat Top Preservation… Continue reading southern shores flat top tour april 27

obx hearing date for offshore drilling set

Protester gather in 2015 to voice concerns about the damage offshore drilling could do to the local economy. Photo, Neee Keller, Outer Banks Sentinel

Ramada Inn to host May 14 meeting. Offshore drilling attempt round two, or is that three or maybe even four, is moving forward at this time. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) has scheduled May 14 as an Outer Banks hearing date. Neel Keller writing for the Outer Banks Sentinel gives the details. “The… Continue reading obx hearing date for offshore drilling set

kelly’s st. patty’s day parade marches on!

Kelly’s 29th Annual St. Patrick’s Parade kicks off on Sunday, March 18th at 1 pm in Nags Head. This year’s theme is “Red, White and Blue…. with a splash of Green!” to celebrate American patriotism and Irish-American heritage. The Parade will also honor the memory of South Nags Head White Trash (SNHWT) Grand Poobah Ernie… Continue reading kelly’s st. patty’s day parade marches on!

dolphin graveyard keys dolphin survival

North Carolina Research May Hold Key to Improved Maritime Environment The tragic death of Moe the Dolphin because of human carelessness may help researchers find ways to reduce marine life deaths because of human negligence. Rashmi Shivni and Teresa Carey writing for PBS NewsHour tell the story. “Keith Rittmaster walked out of his trailer, arms filled with… Continue reading dolphin graveyard keys dolphin survival

new shrimp regulations = a long battle

Opposition grows to proposed shrimping regulations. Opposed by North Carolina fishermen who fear it will destroy their livelihood, the new regulations approved by the NC Marine Fisheries Commission are facing widespread criticism from towns and citizens in coastal North Carolina. Writing for the Outer Banks Voice, Sam Walker explores the regulations that scientists question, but one environmental… Continue reading new shrimp regulations = a long battle

petition threatens NC shrimp catch

NC Shrimp boat.

ACT NOW TO PREVENT THE COLLAPSE OF THE NC SHRIMP INDUSTRY! The North Carolina shrimp harvest has been a consistent bright spot for state fishermen struggling to earn a living. A petition from NC Wildlife Federation would overrule an existing management plan that has been successful, and severely curtail when and how NC shrimpers could… Continue reading petition threatens NC shrimp catch

first flight elementary hosts “trick-or-treat night”

 PTO fundraiser hosts haunted house & more at First Flight Elementary This looks like too much fun to miss! Take the kids, take Mom, take Dad–take anyone who knows or remembers what it’s like to be a kid to First Flight Elementary in Kill Devil Hills on Saturday evening. The best thing of all? It’s for… Continue reading first flight elementary hosts “trick-or-treat night”