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Out & About March 23rd, 2023

College of The Albemarle to host film competition viewing on April 26

College of The Albemarle students and employees have the opportunity to participate in a short film competition.   The competition is underway, and public viewing of the top ten short films will be held on Wednesday, April 26th, at 6:00 p.m. at COA-Elizabeth City in the Performing Arts Center, 1208 N. Road Street.   From…Read More from College of The Albemarle to host film competition viewing on April 26

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Out & About March 6th, 2023

Urinetown: The Musical runs March 9-19 at Theatre of Dare

Theatre of Dare will present Urinetown: The Musical, opening Thursday, March 9, and running through Sunday, March 19. Despite its odd and arguably unpalatable title, Urinetown was a Broadway hit when it debuted in 2001, with ten nominations and three Tony wins. The story involves a dystopian town in the midst of a 20-year drought,…Read More from Urinetown: The Musical runs March 9-19 at Theatre of Dare

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Food & Drink March 2nd, 2023

Currituck Extension Center hosts vegetable gardening series in April

Are you new to the area and hoping to start a garden? Maybe you’ve been here your whole life, but don’t have a “green thumb”. Or maybe you’re a seasoned gardener, but are looking to pick up a new trick or two. Regardless of your situation N.C. Cooperative Extension, Currituck County Center has the series…Read More from Currituck Extension Center hosts vegetable gardening series in April

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Multimedia OBX Life February 11th, 2023

Forgotten to time, musical piece recounting historic Outer Banks Civil War battle brought to life

Rayolight Productions has released what could be the first ever recording of a musical piece originally published and performed during the American Civil War. The Battle of Roanoke Island. Story of an Eye Witness. Musically Portrayed by Charles Grobe. is a musical recounting of The Battle of Roanoke Island that took place on February 7…Read More from Forgotten to time, musical piece recounting historic Outer Banks Civil War battle brought to life

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Community February 11th, 2023

Unique partnership forms with the common goal of saving lives

By Michelle Wagner, DCHHS Public Health Educator The Dare County Department of Health & Human Services’ Recovery and Overdose Support Services (ROSS) and TJ’s Gas and Grill at 2197 Colington Road have recently teamed up to combat opioid-related overdoses and overdose deaths locally. Since early December of 2022, ROSS Peer Support Specialist Jesse Ruby has…Read More from Unique partnership forms with the common goal of saving lives

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Out & About February 11th, 2023

COAST Players present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” March 9-19

Experience the timeless magic of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella,” presented by College of The Albemarle Student Theatre (COAST) Players.  Performances begin Thursday, March 9th, running through Sunday, March 19th, at COA – Elizabeth City in the Performing Arts Center, 1208 N. Road Street.   This classic tale features an updated script, written by Douglas Carter Beane…Read More from COAST Players present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” March 9-19

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Out & About February 10th, 2023

School Day at Museum of the Albemarle: A Tribute to Stephen Foster for National Music in Our Schools Month

The Museum of the Albemarle invites school groups to celebrate National Music in Our Schools Month with A Tribute to Stephen Foster program on Friday, March 24, 2023, at 10 a.m. and again at 11 a.m. in the Gaither Auditorium. Join us in learning about Stephen Foster, this nation’s first professional composer, who is often…Read More from School Day at Museum of the Albemarle: A Tribute to Stephen Foster for National Music in Our Schools Month

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Commentary Work February 7th, 2023

Analysis: Late 2022 job growth in N.C. concentrated in metro areas, many counties still facing challenges

According to the N.C. Budget and Tax Center, the final jobs report of 2022 shows a North Carolina that is headed in several different directions — some encouraging, some demanding funding for the infrastructure of opportunity. “We’re looking at some pretty stark divides that need to be addressed. Federal aid and a strong market in…Read More from Analysis: Late 2022 job growth in N.C. concentrated in metro areas, many counties still facing challenges

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Out & About February 6th, 2023

Dare County Master Gardeners Winter 2023 Garden Series continues

Are you interested in gardening? Here’s a way to make your winter blues go away! Start planning your spring garden now with the Winter Library Garden Series presented by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension’s Dare County Master Gardeners in conjunction with the Dare County Library.    This year, all programs will take place on Wednesdays…Read More from Dare County Master Gardeners Winter 2023 Garden Series continues