We found this 2014 Year in Review on the North Beach Sun website. We think it’s a fun way to wrap up a pretty good year! “With 2014 rapidly drawing to an end and Champagne corks ready to welcome 2015 to the world it seems like a good time to look back over the past year… Continue reading obx year in review
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obx kids show the true spirit of christmas
In this commercial age, its easy to lose sight of what the holiday season is really about. This story from Russ Lay, writing for the Outer Banks Voice, paints a beautiful picture of kids understanding how important it is to think of others. “Our Christmas present to readers this season comes courtesy of the Sgt.… Continue reading obx kids show the true spirit of christmas
ocracoke oyster roast = great community & good eats
The Annual Ocracoke Oyster Roast is as much about the love for the sea of the Ocracoke fishermen as it is an unlimited supply of fresh oysters and huge quantities of fresh fish stew. Connie Leinbach writing for the Ocracoke Observer makes us wish we had been there! “Al Dawes of Greenville was working on his second peck of… Continue reading ocracoke oyster roast = great community & good eats
ocracoke alive revives island art programs in school
Ocracoke Alive, the folks behind the Ocrafolk Festival, is not allowing state cutbacks in education funding to deprive the Island’s students of an art education. Take a look at their ambitious plan and get involved! Ocracoke Alive asks supporters to give the gift of ART to Island students this holiday season Recent recent cutbacks in state… Continue reading ocracoke alive revives island art programs in school
the forces that formed the outer banks
We think this description of the forces that have formed these barrier island makes for an excellent read. The article by Jared Lloyd writing for the Coastal Review Online takes readers on a fascinating journey along the Outer Banks. “I am hunting down a ghost story. I am making my way north of the last outpost… Continue reading the forces that formed the outer banks
an obx christmas wish
In our rush to make Christmas perfect we sometimes forget what it’s really about. This piece by Kip Tabb writing for the North Beach Sun brings a beautiful perspective to the season. “We don’t think of light as a miracle any more, yet that memory of a time when we held back the darkness with… Continue reading an obx christmas wish
outer banks event site taking shape
After hosting a number of successful outdoor events, including the Outer Banks Seafood Festival, plans to upgrade the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau’s event site in Nags Head is taking shape. Rob Morris writing for the Outer Banks Voice takes a look at the plans and history for the site. “Dump trucks and heavy machinery are starting… Continue reading outer banks event site taking shape
the candy bomber brings more than candy
The story of the Candy Bomber is a wonderful tale of a simple act of human kindness having a lasting impact. Perfect for the holiday season, this story by Kip Tabb over on the North Beach Sun shares the history of an amazing man who wasn’t afraid to do the right thing. “The Candy Bomber came back again… Continue reading the candy bomber brings more than candy
obx christmas comes alive at poulos house
The OBX is best known for its summer beauty, blue skies and bluer ocean. But folks around here know how make the holidays look good, too. For 45 years the Poulos family has been charming Outer Banks visitors and residents with their spectacular Christmas lights. A wonderful way to get in the holiday spirit, this… Continue reading obx christmas comes alive at poulos house
obx beachcomber museum = hidden treasure
The Outer Banks Beachcomber Museum in Nags Head is opening for it’s 12th ANNUAL CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE! The Museum will be open Saturday, December 20, 2014 ~ 9 AM ~ 4 PM , and admission is free. This is the last date the museum will be open this year, so grab your family and friends and treat yourself! Inside is one of the most… Continue reading obx beachcomber museum = hidden treasure