digging for second-hand gold on the obx

OBX sign from seagreen gallery in Nags Head.

If you love old stuff that has been given new life, you are going to love all the shops popping up on the OBX featuring interesting pieces, many repurposed so artfully you find yourself saying “How did they think of that?” This great blog post over on the Village Realty website lists many (but not all)… Continue reading digging for second-hand gold on the obx

even on ocracoke, things can change

Mauro Ibarra, manager of the Ocracoke Variety Store. Photo Rich-Joseph Facun, The Virginian-Pilot

Ocracoke Island life can seem like you’ve taken a small step back in time. But change has come to the island, as the Hispanic folks who came to work have stayed and started their own Ocracoke families and businesses. Jeff Hampton, writing for The Virginian-Pilot introduces us to a few of the newer residents who are shifting… Continue reading even on ocracoke, things can change

kitty hawk looking to fix OBX summer weekend traffic jams

Anyone headed to Duck or beyond on a summer weekend can generally expect for traffic to be slow, or stopped altogether. According to this story by Kip Tabb over on the Outer Banks Voice, the Kitty Hawk Police Chief has come up with a plan to help move things along. “After another summer of monumental… Continue reading kitty hawk looking to fix OBX summer weekend traffic jams

ocracoke passenger ferry ok’d for spring test

In response to long lines and wait times at the ferry docks in the summer, the ferry division is going ahead with plans to test a passenger-only ferry run across Hatteras Inlet to Ocracoke. This great article by Peter Vankevich writing for the Ocracoke Observer, shares the details of the plan. “As part of the feasibility study to… Continue reading ocracoke passenger ferry ok’d for spring test

ryan shupe & the rubberband at FFHS on saturday!

Is it folk? Is it bluegrass? Whatever it is, this music’s on fire! Ryan Shupe & the RubberBand will perform Saturday at 7:30 pm at First Flight High School in KDH. The show is one of a series presented by the Outer Banks Forum for the Lively Arts, whose mission is to promote the appreciation of and… Continue reading ryan shupe & the rubberband at FFHS on saturday!

the OBX is OPEN – even in winter!

Dennis Day, bartender at Ocean Boulevard. Photo North Beach Sun, Kati Wilkins.

Every year I hear reports that winter is here and the Outer Banks are dead. As a long time resident and still living example of local life, I think it’s safe to say the rumors of our demise are greatly exaggerated. Don’t expect a wide open, every day of the week schedule like we have in… Continue reading the OBX is OPEN – even in winter!

step back in time to portsmouth island

The Roy Robinson house on Portsmouth Island.

On a clear day, you can spot Portsmouth Island from Ocracoke. If you haven’t taken a trip over to the small island that is at the northern tip of Cape Lookout National Seashore , you should. If you have made that 20 minute journey that takes you years back in time, you already know how… Continue reading step back in time to portsmouth island

is buxton headed for beach nourishment?

Hotel in Buxton 12/8/14. Photo courtesy of Jake Dempsey.

Dare County is looking to launch a beach nourishment project in front of the motels at the north end of Buxton. It’s what some would say is a long overdue effort to protect Highway 12, which has been taking a beating at this spot for years. This great article by Irene Nolan at the Island… Continue reading is buxton headed for beach nourishment?

local realtor to star on HGTV show next week!

Randy Nance, senior associate broker with Village Realty, will appear on the January 18th episode of “Beachfront Bargain Hunt,” airing at 8:30 pm on the HGTV network. Episode 508 of HGTV’s “Beachfront Bargain Hunt” spotlights Jason and Mary Mudryk from Raleigh, NC, as they search for a vacation home to accommodate their vibrant family of… Continue reading local realtor to star on HGTV show next week!

single stallion seeks lady friend(s)

Lucky Gus checking out his new digs. Photo courtesy Corolla Wild Horse Fund.

If you love the OBX and Corolla in particular, then you’ve probably heard about Gus. We love his story and couldn’t resist posting this great update we found over on the Currituck County Visitor’s Center’s site, www.visitcurrituck.com. “Meet Gus. This hot young stallion just moved to OBX from Cedar Island. He likes long walks on the… Continue reading single stallion seeks lady friend(s)