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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

lighthouses of the obx 101

The first lighthouse on the Outer Banks was built in the 1790s, and even in the 21st century they are still aids to navigation that help ships safely past the “Graveyard of the Atlantic.” This article from the Carolina Designs website gives a quick overview of their history and some great information about when and… Continue reading lighthouses of the obx 101

adventure is headed our way in may!

Coming at the end of May–First Flight Adventure Park–the first Outer Banks aerial adventure park! Nestled along the Roanoke Sound just south of Pamlico Jack’s Restaurant around MP 16 in Nags Head, the ropes and towers already look pretty challenging, in a good way!  This video from Doug Douglas is a first look and a good laugh.… Continue reading adventure is headed our way in may!

lost colony brings marty stuart to outer banks

The Lost Colony’s Waterside Concert Series has put together some of the most exciting talents around for their Sunday performances. The latest announcement that country and bluegrass music legend Marty Stuart will be coming August 17 is the latest news about some of the legends of music that will be performing on Roanoke Island. “The… Continue reading lost colony brings marty stuart to outer banks

discovering balboa dance in corolla

Beyond where the paved road ends in Corolla, a unique dancing experience, the Balboa Experiment, is taking place. Merging a wide variety of different styles, the workshops attract a truly international clientele. This story from WRAL in Raleigh gives a great description of what it’s all about. “In a luxury retreat along North Carolina’s Outer… Continue reading discovering balboa dance in corolla

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!

congressman jones questions government on oregon inlet

Dredging at Oregon Inlet. Photo, North Beach Sun.

There are increasing concerns about keeping Oregon Inlet open. The only link to the ocean on the northern Outer Banks has become almost unnavigable after winter and spring storms caused severe shoaling. Funds for dredging of the waterway have been severely cut and in this article from the Daily News of Jacksonville (NC), Congressman Walter B. Jones… Continue reading congressman jones questions government on oregon inlet

events for everyone at wright brothers national memorial

Launch your vacation by attending a ranger program at the Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills! Listen to the story of the Wright Brothers while viewing a replica of the 1903 Wright Flyer, test yourself to see if you are faster than an airplane, or discover the exact spot the Wright brothers took off… Continue reading events for everyone at wright brothers national memorial

meg rubino: joyful outer banks artist

  Meg Rubino is one of the most talented artists on the Outer Banks. Her paintings of the small everyday things of local life are filled with color and joy. Calling attention to her work, this article from OBXsurfinfo.com includes a wonderful gallery of her work.   “Meg Rubino lives in Kitty Hawk with her… Continue reading meg rubino: joyful outer banks artist