Author: Island Free Press

The Island Free Press is the first and only online newspaper serving both Hatteras and Ocracoke islands’ locals and visitors. The newspaper made its debut on Sept. 5, 2007 and has grown since then in coverage, content, and popularity with readers on and off the islands. The mission of The Island Free Press is to cover the people, the issues, and the happenings that are constantly shaping our Hatteras and Ocracoke communities.

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Weather April 6th, 2023

Strong winds, possible coastal flooding may impact the Outer Banks on Easter weekend

There is increasing confidence that an extended period of strong north to northeasterly winds behind a stalled cold front will impact the Outer Banks over Easter weekend, according to the National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City office. Strong north to northeasterly winds with gusts up to 45 mph will develop Friday and strengthen through the weekend,…Read More from Strong winds, possible coastal flooding may impact the Outer Banks on Easter weekend

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OBX Life April 3rd, 2023

Friends of the Outer Banks History Center need help identifying original Hatteras Island homes

The Friends of the Outer Banks History Center (FOBHC) is embarking on a project to discover, honor, and record original Hatteras Island homes. The requirements are only that the structure be at least 100 years old and a minimum of 50% original materials. The FOBHC has developed a comprehensive plan and outline with which to…Read More from Friends of the Outer Banks History Center need help identifying original Hatteras Island homes

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OBX Life March 26th, 2023

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse lens makes a temporary move during museum renovation

The original Cape Hatteras Lighthouse lens is on the move. The roughly 20-foot-tall structure, which is housed within the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum in Hatteras, is painstakingly being taken apart and relocated to a secure and on-site storage area while work progresses on the museum’s total renovation. Though the prospect of a museum renovation had been…Read More from Cape Hatteras Lighthouse lens makes a temporary move during museum renovation

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OBX Life March 25th, 2023

Ocracoke’s Historic Island Inn and Commons Project gets a second wind

One of Ocracoke’s most famous landmarks is on the edge of a transformation. In the not-so-distant future, a new Visitors Center will be housed within the first level of the historic Island Inn, while the second level will house the offices of area non-profit organizations. Ocracoke visitors will be able to take a break during…Read More from Ocracoke’s Historic Island Inn and Commons Project gets a second wind

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BIZ March 23rd, 2023

New seasonal market will launch on April 10 at Camp Hatteras in Waves

A new and seasonal artists market is coming to the Tri-villages, with its first-ever event scheduled for Monday, April 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The April “Tri Villages Market at Camp Hatteras” will feature more than 30 artists, craftsmen, and vendors, and will set the stage for a weekly summertime “Wednesday in Waves”…Read More from New seasonal market will launch on April 10 at Camp Hatteras in Waves

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Community March 20th, 2023

70 truckloads of debris have been removed from site of collapsed Rodanthe home

An estimated 70 truckloads of debris have been removed from the shoreline over the past three days, following the collapse of an oceanfront home in Rodanthe on East Point Drive on Monday, March 13. “On Wednesday, we had 40 National Park Service employees [helping in the clean-up] and on Thursday we had 20 employees,” said Michael…Read More from 70 truckloads of debris have been removed from site of collapsed Rodanthe home

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Food & Drink March 12th, 2023

N.C. Catch Summit, Outer Banks Feast will be held March 20 in Nags Head

Premier panels, insightful guest speakers, and unmatched opportunities demonstrating how to advocate for local seafood are on the agenda at the N.C. Catch Summit at 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on March 20 at Basnight’s Lone Cedar Café in Nags Head. With 79% of North Carolinians wanting their seafood purchases to support fishing families, NC Catch, the…Read More from N.C. Catch Summit, Outer Banks Feast will be held March 20 in Nags Head

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OBX Life Work February 26th, 2023

Cape Hatteras National Seashore is now hiring for several positions, and more updates for the week of Feb. 23

The Cape Hatteras National Seashore announced several recent updates and news items related to recreational activities on Hatteras and Ocracoke islands. News and events for the National Seashore for the week of Feb. 23 include the following: Seashore Updates The Parker’s Creek parking area on Ocracoke Island is scheduled to be closed from Feb. 27…Read More from Cape Hatteras National Seashore is now hiring for several positions, and more updates for the week of Feb. 23

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