It looks like alternative energy is about to get a huge boost in northeastern North Carolina. Ecoplexus, a developer of commercial scale solar energy projects has been given the green light to develop 225 acres in Shawboro as a solar energy farm. This article from the Outer Banks Voice gives the details. “Construction of the first… Continue reading solar energy comes to coastal nc
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international sailing competition comes to the obx!
This is really exciting! Next week, beginning on Monday, the International Sailing Federation’s A-Class catamaran championships will be held in Outer Banks waters. The A-class catamaran is a small high performing catamaran and it should be pretty thrilling watching them compete. Rob Morris’ article for the Outer Banks Voice lets us in on the fun. “The International Sailing Federation’s… Continue reading international sailing competition comes to the obx!
nc legislature pushes to keep ferries free
With so many of the barrier islands of the Outer Banks linked by ferries, tolls are a hot button topic for many coastal North Carolina residents and visitors. Writing for the Outer Banks Voice, Rob Morris covers the most recent legislative attempt to prohibit tolls on the ferries. “Ferry tolls would be eliminated and the state… Continue reading nc legislature pushes to keep ferries free
hatteras beach maintains top ten ranking
With its soft sand and wide area between the dunes and the sea, the Cape Hatteras has again been ranked as one of the nation’s finest beaches. Sam Walker’s article in the Outer Banks Voice gives some background on the selection process and why Cape Hatteras has maintained its high ranking. “Cape Hatteras has once… Continue reading hatteras beach maintains top ten ranking
boom! july 4th fireworks return to kdh
A long-time tradition is retuning to the Outer Banks with fireworks at Avalon Pier in Kill Devil Hills this July 4th. Michelle Wagner of the Outer Banks Voice gives the full scoop on what’s happening. “The boom and illumination of fireworks on the northern beaches won’t just be coming from Nags Head and Manteo this… Continue reading boom! july 4th fireworks return to kdh
governor mccrory visits the outer banks
Thursday’s visit to the Outer Banks by Governor Pat McCrory highlighted the impact tourism–especially Dare County tourism–is having on state revenues. Writing for the Outer Banks Voice, Sam Walker covers the full range of issues that were addressed in the Governor’s visit, including moving forward with a replacement span for the Bonner Bridge and the… Continue reading governor mccrory visits the outer banks
theatre of dare wraps up 23rd season
The Theatre of Dare is community theatre at its best. Productions include preteens, high school students and seasoned actors–and somehow it all works, and works well. Rob Morris writing in the Outer Banks Voice calls attention to the last production of the theatre groups 23rd year. “The Theatre of Dare will close its 23rd season… Continue reading theatre of dare wraps up 23rd season
first flight foundation brings wright glider to raleigh
The Wright brothers are world renowned for taking to the air and proving powered flight was possible and practical. But their December 17, 1903 flight would never have happened without the gliders they constructed to prove their theories. Writing for the Outer Banks Voice, Michelle Wagner penned this great piece about replacing the Wright Brother’s glider at… Continue reading first flight foundation brings wright glider to raleigh
small bridge brings big response in manteo
Wahsington Creef Park is a small waterfront park in Manteo. When a small footbridge was removed to create a better boat launch site public reaction was quick and vocal. Russ Lay, writing in the Outer Banks Voice, does a good job of outlining the issues involved. “A small bridge provoked a big response from the… Continue reading small bridge brings big response in manteo
the jolly roger: 40+ years of success on the obx
It’s tough to argue with success, and the Jolly Roger on the Beach Road has used the same winning formula for more than 40 years. Russ Lay’s article for the Outer Banks Voice does a great job of painting a true picture of an Outer Banks icon. “If you’re looking for someplace fancy, if you’re… Continue reading the jolly roger: 40+ years of success on the obx