Winter Storms Cause Beacon Blackout at Diamond Shoals. The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse has gone dark. Winter storms have damaged the lighting system of the iconic guardian of the Outer Banks. Joy Crist, writing for the Island Free Press explains what happened and what is involved in relighting the beacon. “The Cape Hatteras Lighthouse has been… Continue reading hatteras lighthouse goes dark
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beach parking fee in carova’s future?
Currituck County looks to parking fees to relieve Carova congestion. As the popularity of the 4WD area of Carova has exploded, congestion on the beach has become a significant problem. With paved roads not permitted in the area, the beach is the most heavily traveled part of the transportation network. Sam Walker, writing for the… Continue reading beach parking fee in carova’s future?
passenger ferry to ocracoke is making progress
Improved service, more options coming soon to Ocracoke/Hatteras Ferry! Soon there will be an additional way to get to Ocracoke– without your car. A new passenger ferry that will leave from Hatteras Island and dock in Silver Lake Harbor should be available by summer. Check out the latest information in the NCDOT press release. “In… Continue reading passenger ferry to ocracoke is making progress
ocracoke shorebird mystery
Bird count normal, but shorebirds absent. Whatever the reason may be, bird counters noticed an absence of shorebirds at the annual Ocracoke Christmas Bird Count. Perhaps it was the cold winds blowing across the waters, or the waters of Pamlico Sound much more shallow than normal…or maybe it was just cyclical. Peter Vankevich writing for… Continue reading ocracoke shorebird mystery
it’s obx wedding expo weekend!
The 20th Annual Outer Banks Wedding Weekend and Expo is January 13th and 14th. Gain access to premier local wedding professionals at the Outer Banks Wedding Assocation’s two-day expo, a perfect event for couple’s seeking any size OBX wedding on any budget! As part of the weekend, attendees tour the most sought after wedding venues… Continue reading it’s obx wedding expo weekend!
snobx 2018 = an ice and snowpocalypse
Winter storm Grayson transforms beach communities. The Outer Bank doesn’t get transformed into a winter wonderland very often, but when it happens its magical. Yes the road were bad—ok, worse than bad…almost impassable…and the north wind was cold, but taking the time check out the beach or to walk along Kitty Hawk Bay or around… Continue reading snobx 2018 = an ice and snowpocalypse
old man winter brings snow, cold to obx
A winter storm is headed for the OBX. As a massive storm forms off Florida, the Outer Banks can expect to see a wintry mix of rain, snow and ice, creating potentially dangerous conditions throughout the area. As the storm leaves, temperatures will plummet, struggling to reach the mid 20s, as Rob Morris of the… Continue reading old man winter brings snow, cold to obx
snowy owls return to obx
Elusive raptor returns to NC coast. Snowy owls, with a mind of their own when it comes to migration, are back on the Outer Banks. The elusive bird has been spotted on Ocracoke and Pea Island over the past month. Wildlife experts think this will be a banner year for the raptor, as Peter Vankevich reports… Continue reading snowy owls return to obx
kelly’s tavern has closed its doors
After 32 years as a part of OBX life. Kelly’s Outer Banks Restaurant & Tavern has been an important part of Outer Banks life for 32, but as November ended the iconic gathering place for locals closed its doors. This blog from Carolina Designs tells a marvelous of what Kelly’s meant to the OBX and… Continue reading kelly’s tavern has closed its doors
alligator river bridge to close 1/10-1/16
Traffic will be detoured to N.C. 94, U.S. 264, U.S. 17, and U.S. 158. In need of extensive repairs, the Alligator River Bridge will close for a week in January. Detours will add substantial drive time to anyone traveling from the Outer Banks to Columbia or Williamston. According to NCDOT the closure will last one… Continue reading alligator river bridge to close 1/10-1/16