Oysters are in important piece of our delicate Outer Banks ecosystem, and oyster restoration has become a high priority in state and university research. Currently UNCW is studying oyster spat (or oyster babies) to help get to the bottom of why Ocracoke’s oysters typically only live four years, instead of a typical Eastern oyster lifespan… Continue reading trouble in the nursery? studying ocracoke’s oyster babies
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garage arts guild ~ an eclectic blend of artists on the outer banks
What do young artists do when they need a cool place to show and sell their work? Well, locals Chris Kemp and Travis Fowler called friends and fellow artists and set up a show in the garage. The result was a groovy neighborhood art gallery opening on July 21st, featuring 17 local artists, rising stars… Continue reading garage arts guild ~ an eclectic blend of artists on the outer banks
stuff the bus food drive with beach food pantry & kitty hawk rotary club
The Beach Food Pantry and Kitty Hawk Rotary Club are teaming up to help fight hunger in Dare County. Outer Banks CommonGood posted a great story to remind us that: “As the new school year approaches, it is important to remember that food is the most important school supply of all! You can help by… Continue reading stuff the bus food drive with beach food pantry & kitty hawk rotary club
the road less traveled
Many people are surprised to learn there is a forest in the middle of this sandbar. Thanks to the Nature Conservancy, we have Nags Head Woods Ecological Preserve with 1092 acres to enjoy.
north beach sun: dorothy’s outer banks business is blooming
As a major destination wedding spot, the Outer Banks is home to many florists. But not all florists are the same, and Dorothy brings a green thumb, designer’s eye and an artistic flair to her brides. Check out this great story about Dorothy by Cathy Baldwin in the North Beach Sun. “Dorothy Morris was destined… Continue reading north beach sun: dorothy’s outer banks business is blooming
crazy for patsy cline
It’s true- everyone loves at least one Patsy Cline song. “Portrait of Patsy Cline,” starring OBX diva Laura Martier has been getting rave reviews while serving up 32 of Patsy’s best including “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” “Walking after Midnight,” and “A Closer Walk with Thee.” The show, produced by Elizabeth R and Company, also… Continue reading crazy for patsy cline
purple passion
Every night from July through August 100,000 purple martins converge on the Old Mann’s Harbor bridge (officially known as the William B. Umstead Memorial Bridge) just on the other side of Manteo. This roost is so large that their morning flight can be seen on radar, as thousands of birds take to the sky to feed… Continue reading purple passion