The Lost Colony is one of our most popular local legends, and this article in Britain’s Daily Mail confirms it still holds global interest. They report that new evidence may provide an important clue concerning the fate of the disappeared colonists. “New radar images have shown that British colonists may have settled in a remote part of what is now… Continue reading new evidence sheds light on lost colony mystery
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obx sends n’oreaster “up the road”
It’s a mess out there today and no mistaking it, although it could be worse . . . and it will be worse, at least for our neighbors to the north. That is, of course, if the forecasts hold true and so far the weather gurus seem to have gotten this one exactly right. A… Continue reading obx sends n’oreaster “up the road”
nc ferry crew receive award for heroism
We love getting the ferry to Ocracoke and are proud to share this article by the Ocracoke Current about a North Carolina ferry crew receiving the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Safety and Heroism. Last September, the crew rescued two people in rough seas off of Ocracoke Island. John and Renee Hoffman’s sailboat was capsized by deteriorating weather conditions when… Continue reading nc ferry crew receive award for heroism
obx coast = ground zero in offshore drilling debate
Following a November 6 closed door session on offshore drilling hosted by Gov. McCrory of North Carolina, concern is growing along the coast that decisions about drilling for oil and natural gas are excluding coastal residents. According to media reports, the closed door session included government officials and regulators and leaders of industries involved in oil… Continue reading obx coast = ground zero in offshore drilling debate
obx marathon weekend = great time, great races
The Outer Banks Marathon has become one of the highlights of the shoulder season bringing a few thousand runners with their families to run one of the prettiest courses around. Check out this article from Kip Tabb writing for the North Beach Sun to get the details. “The weather for the 9th Annual Towne Bank Outer… Continue reading obx marathon weekend = great time, great races
obx marathon weekend is here
The Outer Banks Marathon weekend is upon us. The weekend has become so much more than a marathon that keeping track of all of the great events is tough. Thankfully, Russ Lay of the Outer Banks Voice has gathered up great info, including maps and schedules together in one place for our viewing pleasure. “It’s hard… Continue reading obx marathon weekend is here
obx landmark sanderling resort sold
The Sanderling Resort has been sold, although it appears as though the proposed expansion of the property will proceed as planned, according to information released through PR Newsire. The resort will continue to be managed by Northview Hotel Group, which has overseen daily operations at the resort since May 2012. “Carey Watermark Investors Incorporated (CWI), a non-traded… Continue reading obx landmark sanderling resort sold
nor’easter to blow through obx tonight
It looks like the Outer Banks is in for a good old fashioned nor’easter tonight as a low pressure system builds off the coast and then scoots northeast to New England . . . or as they say in the parlance of the National Weather Service, “6 PM this evening through 6 am Sunday . .… Continue reading nor’easter to blow through obx tonight
craft brewfest coming to obx
It’s still at least seven months in the future, but it’s never to early to start planning for a day of sampling great beer and excellent food. Check out this information about the OBX Brewfest Inaugural Craft Beer Festival to Hit Outer Banks of North Carolina in Spring 2015 On May 31, 2015, Hype Promotions is bringing a new… Continue reading craft brewfest coming to obx
obx shag harvest dance for charity
The Outer Banks Relief Foundation helps local families in need. The amount of assistance is not that great—generally $500-$3000—but the money often represents a lifeline for a family that feels it can’t survive. Here’s a great example of what they do that we found on Nancy Proctor’s Outer Banks CommonGood site. “The Shag Harvest… Continue reading obx shag harvest dance for charity