it’s artrageous! this saturday

The Dare County Arts Council’s 25th Annual Artrageous celebration of the arts is coming up this Saturday. The weather appears to be cooperating, there are some really fun things for the whole family to enjoy, and this will be a great day for everyone to come out and celebrate the arts in Dare County. Not mentioned in this–but… Continue reading it’s artrageous! this saturday

lost colony: new clues in obx mystery

The mystery of what happened to the Lost Colony has been a part of Outer Banks lore for over 400 years. As Cate Kozak reports in Coastal Review Online, new technologies may be revealing unseen clues that could reveal the answer to one of history’s most persistent riddles. “Digging on the Internet may prove to be… Continue reading lost colony: new clues in obx mystery

second episode of wicked tuna: north vs south airs sunday

“Wicked Tuna: North vs. South,” premiered on Sunday, Aug. 17, at 10 p.m. ET/PT and continues on Aug. 24 and Aug 31. The new series will air internationally on National Geographic Channel in 170 countries and 45 languages beginning this fall. Pitting the crews of the Gloucester, MA fleet against the best of the Wanchese… Continue reading second episode of wicked tuna: north vs south airs sunday

after arthur on the obx: what you need to know

Now that Hurricane Arthur is but a memory, the day to day business of getting the Outer Banks up and running is upon us. We’ve gathered some information from various sources to help visitors and residents know what is open and where restrictions still apply. There does not appear to be any restriction on travel… Continue reading after arthur on the obx: what you need to know

stage production of velveteen rabbit comes to manteo

The Velveteen Rabbit has been enjoyed by parents and young children since Margery Williams’ children’s novel was first published in 1922.Writing for Outer Banks Entertainment. Matt Artz gives a quick overview of the story that will be coming to the stage at Roanoke Island Festival Park in Manteo. “More fun for the kids on the Outer Banks… Continue reading stage production of velveteen rabbit comes to manteo

ncdmv seeking 2nd dare county driver’s license office

NCDMV logo.

Long lines and interminable waits may be a thing of the past at the Dare County driver’s license office in Manteo if a second office is opened. According to this press release from North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles and published in the Virginian Pilot, North Carolina is looking for a second location in the county. “The North… Continue reading ncdmv seeking 2nd dare county driver’s license office

see the best of roanoke island on may 10th!

Now that the Outer Banks weather is finally improving, it’s time to get outside and enjoy the scenery.  It would be hard to find a prettier place to enjoy the outdoors than Roanoke Island and Manteo. Nancy Proctor at Outer Banks CommonGood does a great job of outlining what to expect on a special tour… Continue reading see the best of roanoke island on may 10th!

mollie fearing art show call for entries from dcac

Molly Fearing poster. Dare County Arts Council.

Mollie Fearing was one of the founding members of the Dare County Arts Council. The Mollie Fearing Memorial Art Show is is part of her legacy and an extraordinary tribute to her love of art and community. This press release from the Arts Council gives complete details. Exhibition Dates are May 4–31 with an awards ceremony… Continue reading mollie fearing art show call for entries from dcac

first friday is back

First Friday in Manteo is a combination celebration of small town life, the arts and music. Held the first Friday of the month April through October, it’s a fun way to experience the Outer Banks community. This article from the North Beach Sun captures the feel of the evening. “First Friday in Manteo is back–and… Continue reading first friday is back

small bridge brings big response in manteo

Wahsington Creef Park is a small waterfront park in Manteo. When a small footbridge was removed to create a better boat launch site public reaction was quick and vocal. Russ Lay, writing in the Outer Banks Voice, does a good job of outlining the issues involved. “A small bridge provoked a big response from the… Continue reading small bridge brings big response in manteo