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January 4th, 2024
Dare commissioners pass resolution promising not to use state budget provision for housing efforts
January 2nd, 2024
Greater Outer Banks’ top stories of 2023: Grand openings, groundbreakings, viral musicians & hoops
December 31st, 2023
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Outer Banks Community Foundation announces grant recipients at David Stick Legacy Society Lunch
January 3rd, 2024
Sponsors make the holidays special for over 30 foster children in Dare County
December 26th, 2023
Irene Nolan Memorial Scholarship Fund celebrates milestone in 2023, help needed to keep fund strong
December 25th, 2023
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Visit NC’s January 2024 webinar looks at public relations trends for the new year
December 28th, 2023
Deadline for 2024 Visit North Carolina Tourism Conference early bird registration is Jan. 8
December 27th, 2023
North Carolina’s leisure and hospitality industry adds 25,600 jobs since October 2022
December 27th, 2023
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U.S. construction spending up 0.4% in November, all sectors continue ahead of 2022
January 4th, 2024
Outer Banks Chamber annual meeting Jan. 26; John Formica, The Ex-Disney Guy, to deliver keynote
January 3rd, 2024
The cost of these five construction materials grew the most in 2023
January 2nd, 2024
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Sound Strategy
Sound Strategy: Reflecting on the end of 2023 with lessons learned from Wright Brothers, Gettysburg
December 21st, 2023
Sound Strategy: The yin and yang of Airbnb’s impact on the Greater Outer Banks
December 14th, 2023
Sound Strategy: Greater Outer Banks economic development tiers for 2024 a mix of good, challenging news
December 7th, 2023
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Town of Manteo’s first Walk with the Mayor to be held Jan. 11
January 4th, 2024
Elizabeth City 2nd Ward councilmembers to host community meeting series beginning Jan. 18
January 4th, 2024
VIDEO: Renée Cahoon receives Order of the Long Leaf Pine honoring over 30 years of public service
January 3rd, 2024
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Real Estate
Dare commissioners pass resolution promising not to use state budget provision for housing efforts
January 2nd, 2024
Home values in six Greater Outer Banks communities among fastest growing in N.C. for November
December 23rd, 2023
Dare County, Elizabeth City/Hertford have some of North Carolina’s most overextended renters
December 16th, 2023
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Sound Strategy: Reflecting on the end of 2023 with lessons learned from Wright Brothers, Gettysburg
December 21st, 2023
Sound Strategy: The yin and yang of Airbnb’s impact on the Greater Outer Banks
December 14th, 2023
Sound Strategy: Greater Outer Banks economic development tiers for 2024 a mix of good, challenging news
December 7th, 2023
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OBX Life
New benches coming to Jennette’s Pier over the winter
January 3rd, 2024
Celebrating the 100th birth anniversary of legendary jazz drummer, Pasquotank native Max Roach
December 30th, 2023
Dare Youth Center now being operated by county Dept. of Health and Human Services
December 29th, 2023
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Wright Brothers National Memorial to have eight fee-free days in 2024
January 3rd, 2024
N.C. Aquariums closing January 29 through February 2 to tackle projects
January 2nd, 2024
NY NY Dueling Pianos Concert to rock Manteo on Feb. 9 in support of Dare Education Foundation
January 1st, 2024
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Kill Devil Hills Police Department hosts American Red Cross blood drive on Friday
January 2nd, 2024
Dare County Special Olympics Bocce Team named Division 1 Bocce Champions
December 28th, 2023
Consolidation to reshape eastern North Carolina’s mental health system 
December 20th, 2023
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Community college IDs from Beaufort, Pitt approved by state elections board for voting purposes
January 4th, 2024
Ocracoke-mainland ferries to run on amended schedule through Feb. 26
January 2nd, 2024
REMINDER: Work on N.C. 12 shoreline project in Duck moves to 24-hours-a-day this week
December 31st, 2023
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Additional showings of Hurricane Isabel documentary at Taylor Theater in Edenton set for January
December 28th, 2023
N.C. 12 reopens on Ocracoke, ferry service resumes; Communications in Hatteras, Ocracoke sporadic due to fiber cut
December 19th, 2023
Minimal soundside flooding reported, cold front dumps much needed rain across Greater Outer Banks
December 11th, 2023
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Top Stories
An open letter to our WOBX readers
January 4th, 2024
Dare commissioners pass resolution promising not to use state budget provision for housing efforts
January 2nd, 2024
Greater Outer Banks’ top stories of 2023: Grand openings, groundbreakings, viral musicians & hoops
December 31st, 2023
View all Top Stories
Builders and Shapers
Outer Banks Community Foundation announces grant recipients at David Stick Legacy Society Lunch
January 3rd, 2024
Sponsors make the holidays special for over 30 foster children in Dare County
December 26th, 2023
Irene Nolan Memorial Scholarship Fund celebrates milestone in 2023, help needed to keep fund strong
December 25th, 2023
View all Builders and Shapers
Visitor Economy
Visit NC’s January 2024 webinar looks at public relations trends for the new year
December 28th, 2023
Deadline for 2024 Visit North Carolina Tourism Conference early bird registration is Jan. 8
December 27th, 2023
North Carolina’s leisure and hospitality industry adds 25,600 jobs since October 2022
December 27th, 2023
View all Visitor Economy
Business
U.S. construction spending up 0.4% in November, all sectors continue ahead of 2022
January 4th, 2024
Outer Banks Chamber annual meeting Jan. 26; John Formica, The Ex-Disney Guy, to deliver keynote
January 3rd, 2024
The cost of these five construction materials grew the most in 2023
January 2nd, 2024
View all Business
Sound Strategy
Sound Strategy: Reflecting on the end of 2023 with lessons learned from Wright Brothers, Gettysburg
December 21st, 2023
Sound Strategy: The yin and yang of Airbnb’s impact on the Greater Outer Banks
December 14th, 2023
Sound Strategy: Greater Outer Banks economic development tiers for 2024 a mix of good, challenging news
December 7th, 2023
View all Sound Strategy
Government
Town of Manteo’s first Walk with the Mayor to be held Jan. 11
January 4th, 2024
Elizabeth City 2nd Ward councilmembers to host community meeting series beginning Jan. 18
January 4th, 2024
VIDEO: Renée Cahoon receives Order of the Long Leaf Pine honoring over 30 years of public service
January 3rd, 2024
View all Government
Real Estate
Dare commissioners pass resolution promising not to use state budget provision for housing efforts
January 2nd, 2024
Home values in six Greater Outer Banks communities among fastest growing in N.C. for November
December 23rd, 2023
Dare County, Elizabeth City/Hertford have some of North Carolina’s most overextended renters
December 16th, 2023
View all Real Estate
Commentary
Sound Strategy: Reflecting on the end of 2023 with lessons learned from Wright Brothers, Gettysburg
December 21st, 2023
Sound Strategy: The yin and yang of Airbnb’s impact on the Greater Outer Banks
December 14th, 2023
Sound Strategy: Greater Outer Banks economic development tiers for 2024 a mix of good, challenging news
December 7th, 2023
View all Commentary
OBX Life
New benches coming to Jennette’s Pier over the winter
January 3rd, 2024
Celebrating the 100th birth anniversary of legendary jazz drummer, Pasquotank native Max Roach
December 30th, 2023
Dare Youth Center now being operated by county Dept. of Health and Human Services
December 29th, 2023
View all OBX Life
Out & About
Wright Brothers National Memorial to have eight fee-free days in 2024
January 3rd, 2024
N.C. Aquariums closing January 29 through February 2 to tackle projects
January 2nd, 2024
NY NY Dueling Pianos Concert to rock Manteo on Feb. 9 in support of Dare Education Foundation
January 1st, 2024
View all Out & About
Community
Kill Devil Hills Police Department hosts American Red Cross blood drive on Friday
January 2nd, 2024
Dare County Special Olympics Bocce Team named Division 1 Bocce Champions
December 28th, 2023
Consolidation to reshape eastern North Carolina’s mental health system 
December 20th, 2023
View all Community
News
Community college IDs from Beaufort, Pitt approved by state elections board for voting purposes
January 4th, 2024
Ocracoke-mainland ferries to run on amended schedule through Feb. 26
January 2nd, 2024
REMINDER: Work on N.C. 12 shoreline project in Duck moves to 24-hours-a-day this week
December 31st, 2023
View all News
Weather
Additional showings of Hurricane Isabel documentary at Taylor Theater in Edenton set for January
December 28th, 2023
N.C. 12 reopens on Ocracoke, ferry service resumes; Communications in Hatteras, Ocracoke sporadic due to fiber cut
December 19th, 2023
Minimal soundside flooding reported, cold front dumps much needed rain across Greater Outer Banks
December 11th, 2023
View all Weather

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

June 15th, 2022  · GOV  · OBX Life  · Real Estate
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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VIDEO: Dare County’s storm surge and flooding awareness project

June 15th, 2022  · GOV  · Weather
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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‘Monday with the Mayor’ in Kitty Hawk this Monday

June 10th, 2022  · GOV  · News
‘Monday with the Mayor’ in Kitty Hawk this Monday

Each quarter Mayor Craig Garriss will be on hand to meet with the public, answer questions and provide information about Town business and projects. The kick off meeting is Monday, June 13, at 9 a.m. The meeting will be held at Kitty Hawk Town Hall and light refreshments will be provided. Get more information at…Read More from ‘Monday with the Mayor’ in Kitty Hawk this Monday

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Arrival dates shift for dredges working Hatteras Island beach nourishment projects

June 9th, 2022  · GOV
Arrival dates shift for dredges working Hatteras Island beach nourishment projects

Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. has provided an update on the projected arrival dates for the two dredges that will be tasked with performing beach nourishment in the villages of Avon and Buxton. The dredge Liberty Island is now expected to arrive off Avon in late June due to navigation system upgrades. The dredge…Read More from Arrival dates shift for dredges working Hatteras Island beach nourishment projects

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Dare commissioners to hold special meeting Wednesday on essential housing projects

June 9th, 2022  · GOV  · News
Dare commissioners to hold special meeting Wednesday on essential housing projects

The Dare County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a special meeting for Wednesday, June 15, to discuss and possibly take additional action on several essential housing projects. The meeting will take place at 9 a.m. at the Dare County Administration Building on Roanoke Island, and will be streamed live on Dare County’s Youtube channel. Dare…Read More from Dare commissioners to hold special meeting Wednesday on essential housing projects

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State grant allows Nags Head to offer commercial cardboard recycling collection program

June 7th, 2022  · BIZ  · GOV
State grant allows Nags Head to offer commercial cardboard recycling collection program

The Town of Nags Head has been awarded a 2022 Community Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant from the North Carolina Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service. This grant will allow Nags Head to expand commercial recycling programs by providing six-yard front load cardboard dumpsters at no charge. If you are interested in our commercial…Read More from State grant allows Nags Head to offer commercial cardboard recycling collection program

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Dare Register of Deeds now offers online filing for Certificates of Assumed Business Names

June 7th, 2022  · BIZ  · GOV
Dare Register of Deeds now offers online filing for Certificates of Assumed Business Names

The Dare County Register of Deeds has announced that the department now offers online filing for certificates of assumed business names. A certificate of assumed business name or “doing business as” (DBA) form can be recorded in the Dare County Register of Deeds office or online by individuals or entities conducting business in Dare County,…Read More from Dare Register of Deeds now offers online filing for Certificates of Assumed Business Names

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Most state employees granted paid day off for Juneteenth or another floating holiday

June 6th, 2022  · GOV  · Work
Most state employees granted paid day off for Juneteenth or another floating holiday

Governor Roy Cooper has signed an executive order that provides up to eight hours of paid Personal Observance Leave to employees of Cabinet Agencies. Other state agencies, commissions, boards or offices may choose to adopt the policy for their personnel. The leave may be used by eligible employees for any single shift or calendar day…Read More from Most state employees granted paid day off for Juneteenth or another floating holiday

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VIDEO: Replacement of apron at Dare County Regional Airport completed

June 4th, 2022  · GOV
VIDEO: Replacement of apron at Dare County Regional Airport completed

The Dare County Regional Airport has served the Outer Banks community from its Roanoke Island location since 1943 and facilitates more than 32,000 landings and takeoffs each year. After nearly 80 years of service, the airport’s apron — also known as a ramp or tarmac — had experienced significant wear and tear and was in…Read More from VIDEO: Replacement of apron at Dare County Regional Airport completed

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Robin Snyder named deputy superintendent for Outer Banks Group of national parks

June 4th, 2022  · GOV
Robin Snyder named deputy superintendent for Outer Banks Group of national parks

Robin Snyder was recently selected as the new deputy superintendent for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial (Outer Banks Group). Snyder is currently the superintendent of Appomattox Court House National Historical Park and Booker T. Washington National Monument. In her 27-year career with the National Park Service,…Read More from Robin Snyder named deputy superintendent for Outer Banks Group of national parks

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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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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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GOV June 9th, 2022

Arrival dates shift for dredges working Hatteras Island beach nourishment projects

Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. has provided an update on the projected arrival dates for the two dredges that will be tasked with performing beach nourishment in the villages of Avon and Buxton. The dredge Liberty Island is now expected to arrive off Avon in late June due to navigation system upgrades. The dredge…Read More from Arrival dates shift for dredges working Hatteras Island beach nourishment projects

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GOV News June 9th, 2022

Dare commissioners to hold special meeting Wednesday on essential housing projects

The Dare County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a special meeting for Wednesday, June 15, to discuss and possibly take additional action on several essential housing projects. The meeting will take place at 9 a.m. at the Dare County Administration Building on Roanoke Island, and will be streamed live on Dare County’s Youtube channel. Dare…Read More from Dare commissioners to hold special meeting Wednesday on essential housing projects

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BIZ GOV June 7th, 2022

State grant allows Nags Head to offer commercial cardboard recycling collection program

The Town of Nags Head has been awarded a 2022 Community Waste Reduction and Recycling Grant from the North Carolina Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service. This grant will allow Nags Head to expand commercial recycling programs by providing six-yard front load cardboard dumpsters at no charge. If you are interested in our commercial…Read More from State grant allows Nags Head to offer commercial cardboard recycling collection program

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BIZ GOV June 7th, 2022

Dare Register of Deeds now offers online filing for Certificates of Assumed Business Names

The Dare County Register of Deeds has announced that the department now offers online filing for certificates of assumed business names. A certificate of assumed business name or “doing business as” (DBA) form can be recorded in the Dare County Register of Deeds office or online by individuals or entities conducting business in Dare County,…Read More from Dare Register of Deeds now offers online filing for Certificates of Assumed Business Names

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GOV Work June 6th, 2022

Most state employees granted paid day off for Juneteenth or another floating holiday

Governor Roy Cooper has signed an executive order that provides up to eight hours of paid Personal Observance Leave to employees of Cabinet Agencies. Other state agencies, commissions, boards or offices may choose to adopt the policy for their personnel. The leave may be used by eligible employees for any single shift or calendar day…Read More from Most state employees granted paid day off for Juneteenth or another floating holiday

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GOV June 4th, 2022

VIDEO: Replacement of apron at Dare County Regional Airport completed

The Dare County Regional Airport has served the Outer Banks community from its Roanoke Island location since 1943 and facilitates more than 32,000 landings and takeoffs each year. After nearly 80 years of service, the airport’s apron — also known as a ramp or tarmac — had experienced significant wear and tear and was in…Read More from VIDEO: Replacement of apron at Dare County Regional Airport completed

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GOV June 4th, 2022

Robin Snyder named deputy superintendent for Outer Banks Group of national parks

Robin Snyder was recently selected as the new deputy superintendent for Cape Hatteras National Seashore, Fort Raleigh National Historic Site and Wright Brothers National Memorial (Outer Banks Group). Snyder is currently the superintendent of Appomattox Court House National Historical Park and Booker T. Washington National Monument. In her 27-year career with the National Park Service,…Read More from Robin Snyder named deputy superintendent for Outer Banks Group of national parks

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