A contractor’s been signed to build the bridge around the S-Curves north of Rodanthe The so-called “jug handle” bridge project in Rodanthe is just one part of a plan to keep Hatteras Island connected. Signing a contractor to build the jug handle around the S-Curves north is a major step to completing the project, as… Continue reading new s-curves = jug handle bridge in rodanthe
Author: Kip Tabb
the mystery of obx whale strandings
The number of whale strandings on the OBX has doubled over the last 20 years. Theories abound, but there is no certain explanation to the increase in whale strandings on Outer Banks beaches over the past 20 years. Jeff Hampton, writing for the Virginian Pilot takes a look at theories and guesses. “A Cuvier’s beaked… Continue reading the mystery of obx whale strandings
beach nourishment for southern shores?
Southern Shores may widen the beach at the south end. With the most stable beaches in northern Dare County, Southern Shores has been the lone hold out on beach nourishment in the county. That may be coming to an end, as the ocean encroaches on beach properties at the southern end of town and the… Continue reading beach nourishment for southern shores?
kelly’s lovers get reprieve!
Kelly’s Outer Banks Tavern to remain open into next season. After rumors spread that Kelly’s was being sold and might not be open this season, questions remain unanswered about the fate of one of the OBX’s most iconic hot spots. According to Russ Lay writing for the Outer Banks Voice, Mike Kelly has put the word out that… Continue reading kelly’s lovers get reprieve!
publix supermarket coming to obx
The rumors are true! The OBX is getting a Publix Florida-based supermarket chain Publix has confirmed rumors that it’s coming to the Outer Banks. In a statement issued last Wednesday, the company said they are planning on opening a new store in Kill Devil Hills by 2018. Rob Morris of the Outer Banks Voice fills… Continue reading publix supermarket coming to obx
poulos house lights the obx night sky
The holiday light show at the Poulos house in Kill Devil Hills is an OBX tradition ‘Tis the season when the The Poulos house fills the night sky with the beauty of Christmas lights. The family has been offering their gift to the Outer Banks for almost 40 years, as Kip Tabb writes for the North… Continue reading poulos house lights the obx night sky
winter lights are obx winter magic!
Winter Lights at the Elizabethan Gardens: one of the best OBX holiday traditions Let’s face it, the Outer Banks is not known for being a winter wonderland. But we do have some beautiful holiday traditions, and enjoying the Winter Lights show at the Elizabethan Gardens tops the list. Writing for the North Beach Sun, Kip Tabb… Continue reading winter lights are obx winter magic!
a convenient history = kitty hawk wink’s
Old school meets new school at the Wink’s in Kitty Hawk There’s a wonderful feeling of stepping back in time when entering the Wink’s in Kitty Hawk, but along with nods to the past, you’ll find some deliciously updated ideas. Amelia Boldaji perfectly captures the feel of history and place in this story for the… Continue reading a convenient history = kitty hawk wink’s
a new hotel in kdh = the first in 30 years!
Newest hotel on the OBX to be a Marriott The last new hotel in KDH, the Quality Inn, was built on the OBX in 1989. Since 2000, Dare County’s northern beaches have lost 25% of their motel/hotel rooms, many of which were torn down and replaced with large, multi-family rental homes. But the rush to build… Continue reading a new hotel in kdh = the first in 30 years!
all kinds of fun may be brewing in corolla!
Is a microbrewery in Corolla’s future? The first steps have been taken to bring a microbrewery to Corolla, and have also opened the doors to wineries and artisan food. There are still a number of steps to go, but the process has begun, according to Dee Langston writing for the Outer Banks Voice. Looks like they… Continue reading all kinds of fun may be brewing in corolla!