Now that Hurricane Arthur is but a memory, the day to day business of getting the Outer Banks up and running is upon us. We’ve gathered some information from various sources to help visitors and residents know what is open and where restrictions still apply. There does not appear to be any restriction on travel… Continue reading after arthur on the obx: what you need to know
arthur has left the obx!
Hurricane Arthur has come and gone and here on the Outer Banks there is a huge sigh of relief. Although a category 2 storm, initial reports of damage are minimal, although there are some impacts, including the blow to local business’ bottom lines, especially on Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands, where access is not allowed or… Continue reading arthur has left the obx!
hurricane arthur news, closures & reschedules on the obx
The forecast track of Hurricane Arthur took a jog to the west and everything changed for the OBX. Effective at 5 am this morning, Hatteras Island was under a mandatory evacuation order. The evacuation order does not effect any part of the Outer Banks north of Oregon Inlet. The evacuation of Hatteras seems a reasonable precaution. Every… Continue reading hurricane arthur news, closures & reschedules on the obx
hurricane arthur a surprising july 4th guest on the obx?
A hurricane off the Outer Banks on the 4th of July? That’s a new experience for all of us. Of course we don’t know exactly where Tropical Storm Arthur is going to go, but the storm track everyone is looking at right now has it at hurricane strength and brushing Cape Hatteras Friday morning as it turns… Continue reading hurricane arthur a surprising july 4th guest on the obx?
nps restricts beach access in avon
Although the least tern is not on anyone’s threatened or endangered species list, pre-nesting activity by the bird has caused the National Park Service to close over 600′ of beach in front of oceanfront houses in northern Avon on Hatteras Island. Irene Nolan, writing for the Island Free Press, has done an excellent job of describing… Continue reading nps restricts beach access in avon
bruce hornsby wows the outer banks!
The goal of the Brew Thru Live Summer Concert Series is to bring top flight talent to the Outer Banks for visitors and residents to enjoy. Kicking off the series for the 2014 season, Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemakers delivered a great concert and a great time at Roanoke Island Festival Park. This article by Kip Tabb… Continue reading bruce hornsby wows the outer banks!
more multi-use paths on the way for kill devil hills
The multi-use paths that connect so much of the Outer Banks will get a boost from the town of Kill Devil Hills. Writing for the Outer Banks Voice, Rob Morris reports on plans to create a more extensive network of paths for joggers, walkers and bicyclists. “A new fund to continue to expand and improve… Continue reading more multi-use paths on the way for kill devil hills
the outer banks history center turns 25!
Founded 25 years ago when author David Stick donated his archival collection to the state, the Outer Banks History Center located at Roanoke Island Festival Park, became an amazing resource for researchers or any one who is looking for information about the history of coastal North Carolina. Adventures in North Carolina Culture, the official blog of… Continue reading the outer banks history center turns 25!
this year’s mustang music festival ups the ante
For four years Mike Dianna has been bringing some of the best sounds around to the Mustang Music Festival, and this year it looks like he’s taking the October event to a new level. Here is some great info about the fall festival and their surprising new venue, (the Whalehead Club!), the outstanding lineup of musicians… Continue reading this year’s mustang music festival ups the ante
protecting rodanthe = beach nourishment & new bridges
The shoreline of the Outer Banks in Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge is one of the most dynamic on the East Coast, and to keep the tenuous link NC 12 offers to visitors and residents of Hatteras Island open takes tremendous effort and imagination. This article from the Island Free Press expands on the beach… Continue reading protecting rodanthe = beach nourishment & new bridges