Answering critics who believe beach nourishment destroys the life found on a beach, a study completed over the summer shows a properly nourished beach, such as Nags Head, is no different than any other beach. Jeff Hampton writing for the Virginian Pilot explains. “When Nags Head replenished its beach three years ago, it wasn’t just… Continue reading nourished nh beach continues to support life
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a call for open meetings on offshore drilling
North Carolina officials held a closed door session last week about drilling off the state’s coast. This editorial from the Winstson-Salem Journal raises serious questions about process, accessibility and the perception of back room deals. “When it comes to North Carolina’s coast and processes that affect all of us, the McCrory administration needs to stop… Continue reading a call for open meetings on offshore drilling
15th anniversary for hatteras lighthouse move
Today marks the 15th anniversary of the relighting of the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse after its historic 1999 move to save it from the sea. This article on the National Park Service website gives an excellent accounting of how it was accomplished and what was involved. “In 1999, the Cape Hatteras Light Station, which consists of… Continue reading 15th anniversary for hatteras lighthouse move
property rights win in obx beach battle
Right or wrong? A court battle pitting the right of property owners to maintain their property against Nags Head and state government’s desire to provide for the safe use of public beaches has been resolved in favor of the property owners. But their neighbors aren’t too happy. Jeff Hampton writing for the Virginian Pilot tells the story.… Continue reading property rights win in obx beach battle
nu-blu hits the lost colony stage friday
Great music for a great cause! Check out Nu-Blu at the Lost Colony’s Soundstage Theatre this Friday evening! It’s all part of Veterans Writing Weekend sponsored by the Dare County Arts Council, local businesses and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau. On Friday, November 14th at 7pm, The Lost Colony, the Dare County Arts Council, and… Continue reading nu-blu hits the lost colony stage friday
obx marathon weekend = great time, great races
The Outer Banks Marathon has become one of the highlights of the shoulder season bringing a few thousand runners with their families to run one of the prettiest courses around. Check out this article from Kip Tabb writing for the North Beach Sun to get the details. “The weather for the 9th Annual Towne Bank Outer… Continue reading obx marathon weekend = great time, great races
sanctuary vineyards, a peaceful refuge on the obx
North Carolina wines are starting to get noticed for their quality, and Sanctuary Vineyards, next to the Cotton Gin in Jarvisburg, is turning out some very well made wines. This piece from Carolina Designs tells their story. “Here we are in October, and out at Sanctuary Vineyards they’re just finishing the harvest. Vineyard Manager, John Wright, says it’s… Continue reading sanctuary vineyards, a peaceful refuge on the obx
obx marathon weekend is here
The Outer Banks Marathon weekend is upon us. The weekend has become so much more than a marathon that keeping track of all of the great events is tough. Thankfully, Russ Lay of the Outer Banks Voice has gathered up great info, including maps and schedules together in one place for our viewing pleasure. “It’s hard… Continue reading obx marathon weekend is here
pirates invade ocracoke island!!!
Blackbeard and Captain Maynard meet once again in the waters off Ocracoke Island! The Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree on Ocracoke gets a great story from Connie Leinbach writing for the Island Free Press. “Perhaps Michelle Montanaro described the whole mystique of Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree on Ocracoke best when she talked about why she was part of Blackbeard’s… Continue reading pirates invade ocracoke island!!!
obx landmark sanderling resort sold
The Sanderling Resort has been sold, although it appears as though the proposed expansion of the property will proceed as planned, according to information released through PR Newsire. The resort will continue to be managed by Northview Hotel Group, which has overseen daily operations at the resort since May 2012. “Carey Watermark Investors Incorporated (CWI), a non-traded… Continue reading obx landmark sanderling resort sold