Author: Sam Walker

Lead Reporter

Lead reporter for WOBX, Sam has been covering news, sports and weather on the radio and online in his native eastern North Carolina for over three decades. During storm events and breaking news on the Outer Banks, he makes regular appearances on The Weather Channel and other outlets around the country. Sam can be reached at sam@wobx.com or 252-202-4511.

Author: <span>Sam Walker</span>

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BIZ June 15th, 2022

UPDATED: Spectrum services restored to Outer Banks, Elizabeth City following fiber cable cut

Business and residential customers of Spectrum lost internet and video services for over five hours on Wednesday all along the Outer Banks and much of northeastern North Carolina. Service was interrupted just before 2 p.m. and around 3 p.m., Spectrum crews said they have identified three poles down north of Elizabeth City. As of 5…Read More from UPDATED: Spectrum services restored to Outer Banks, Elizabeth City following fiber cable cut

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GOV OBX Life Real Estate June 15th, 2022

Dare commissioners vote to move forward on contracts for essential housing projects

The Dare County Board of Commissioners voted Wednesday to approve a contract with a developer for approximately 100 essential and workforce housing units at sites on Roanoke Island and in Nags Head. “This has been an exhausting process,” said board chairman Bob Woodard, noting commissioners, county staff and others have been working to find solutions…Read More from Dare commissioners vote to move forward on contracts for essential housing projects

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Community June 15th, 2022

Farmer’s markets at Dowdy Park in Nags Head are back every Thursday

The farmer’s markets at Dowdy Park in Nags Head are back! Check the markets out every Thursday from June 16 through August 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Parking is located in the Nags Head Elementary School parking lot while vendor parking is at the YMCA and Bonnett Street. For the most current information…Read More from Farmer’s markets at Dowdy Park in Nags Head are back every Thursday

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BIZ Community June 15th, 2022

Ocracoke Observer: Island’s first pharmacy coming in 2023

By Peter Vankevich, The Ocracoke Observer It may surprise some that Ocracoke does not have a pharmacy. The Ocracoke Health Center has relied on next-day prescription deliveries from Beach Pharmacy located in Hatteras village. Islanders then go to the health center to retrieve their medicines. Photo: P. Vankevich But it is not possible to get…Read More from Ocracoke Observer: Island’s first pharmacy coming in 2023

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GOV Weather June 15th, 2022

VIDEO: Dare County’s storm surge and flooding awareness project

Dare County has released a new video highlighting efforts to improve individuals’ understanding of the risks associated with storm surge, as well as efforts undertaken to improve the monitoring of rising water levels throughout the barrier island community. The project, which was implemented by Dare County Emergency Management, involved the installation of 23 storm surge…Read More from VIDEO: Dare County’s storm surge and flooding awareness project

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Weather June 14th, 2022

Heat Advisory for Outer Banks on Tuesday, but hot weather won’t stick around long

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for all of the Outer Banks and inland northeastern North Carolina on Tuesday, but the hot weather is expected to be short lived. High temperatures of 92 to 95 are forecast today, and coupled with the humidity could push the Heat Index to above 105 degrees…Read More from Heat Advisory for Outer Banks on Tuesday, but hot weather won’t stick around long

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News June 12th, 2022

Expect periodic closures Monday of the Beach Road around 5th Street in Kill Devil Hills

The Town of Kill Devil Hills says drivers should expect periodic closures of North Virginia Dare Trail on Monday, June 13, between East New Bern and Fifth streets as part of the staging for this year’s beach nourishment project. Weeks Marine will be moving beach nourishment equipment and construction material to and from the staging…Read More from Expect periodic closures Monday of the Beach Road around 5th Street in Kill Devil Hills

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Out & About June 11th, 2022

VIDEO: This Week on the Outer Banks – Rogallo Kite Festival, Cork and Craft at Whalehead

Each week during the summer, Twiddy & Co. Brand Ambassador Edward Ponton highlights a local business or group that we love as well as what else is happening “This Week on the Outer Banks”. The latest episode features Kitty Hawk Kites. For details about weekly events, music venues and more about what’s happening this week,…Read More from VIDEO: This Week on the Outer Banks – Rogallo Kite Festival, Cork and Craft at Whalehead

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News June 10th, 2022

Kill Devil Hills beach nourishment project to begin Monday near First Street

The beach construction for Kill Devil Hills’ nourishment project is anticipated to begin on Monday around the area of First Street, proceeding to the south and then head back north. The Kill Devil Hills portion of the project will only be taking place from Prospect Avenue to the border with Kitty Hawk covering approximately 2.6…Read More from Kill Devil Hills beach nourishment project to begin Monday near First Street

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