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2023 Atlantic hurricane season was the fourth-busiest; Idalia, Ophelia left biggest marks on eastern N.C.

The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season that comes to an end on Thursday will be remembered for two late-summer storms that left their legacies on eastern North Carolina in what was one of the busiest seasons in the last eight decades. The above-average year of activity was characterized by record-warm Atlantic sea surface temperatures, and for…Read More from 2023 Atlantic hurricane season was the fourth-busiest; Idalia, Ophelia left biggest marks on eastern N.C.

by Sam Walker

Out & About Top Stories November 28th, 2023

Lighted boat parade, First Friday ArtWalk, SantaCon, Xmas parade highlight Elizabeth City events this weekend

Elizabeth City’s celebrations of the holiday season kick into overdrive this weekend, with events Friday and Saturday evening that include the award-winning lighted boat parade on the Pasquotank River, the monthly First Friday ArtWalk, the city’s first SantaCon, and the annual Christmas parade. First Friday ArtWalk is held the First Friday of each month in…Read More from Lighted boat parade, First Friday ArtWalk, SantaCon, Xmas parade highlight Elizabeth City events this weekend

by Sam Walker

Real Estate Top Stories November 27th, 2023

Southern Shores, Ocracoke, Point Harbor, Kitty Hawk had some of N.C.’s fastest growing home prices in Oct.

Home prices in four Greater Outer Banks towns and villages were among the fastest to increase in North Carolina in October. The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. While the Outer…Read More from Southern Shores, Ocracoke, Point Harbor, Kitty Hawk had some of N.C.’s fastest growing home prices in Oct.

by Sam Walker

Real Estate Top Stories November 26th, 2023

Seven Outer Banks towns and villages had N.C.’s highest home values in October

New data shows seven towns and villages on the Outer Banks had some of North Carolina’s highest home values in October, with four ranking in the top 15. According to data from Zillow complied by Stacker, Duck had the region’s highest typical home value in October at $940,034, ranking 6th highest in the state. Figures…Read More from Seven Outer Banks towns and villages had N.C.’s highest home values in October

by Sam Walker

Out & About Top Stories November 23rd, 2023

Twiddy & Co.’s 3rd annual Corolla Christmas Village: The magical holiday experience continues thru Dec. 30

Twiddy & Company is excited to announce the return of the 3rd Annual Corolla Christmas Village, a spectacular holiday event set to enchant visitors in the heart of Historic Corolla Village. This festive transformation, filled with thousands of twinkling lights and holiday displays, is underway. Families and holiday enthusiasts alike can enjoy this magical experience…Read More from Twiddy & Co.’s 3rd annual Corolla Christmas Village: The magical holiday experience continues thru Dec. 30

by Miles Daniels

Sound Strategy Top Stories November 22nd, 2023

Sound Strategy: Thanks residents & visitors, may we continue to enjoy the Greater Outer Banks together

Holidays have a wonderful way of helping us focus our gratitude, and there is no finer holiday to help us do that than this week’s Thanksgiving celebration – we pause, hopefully, to acknowledge and appreciate the things in our lives that have shaped our blessings and define what it means to live well in moments…Read More from Sound Strategy: Thanks residents & visitors, may we continue to enjoy the Greater Outer Banks together

by Clark Twiddy

BIZ Commentary Top Stories November 21st, 2023

Celebrating our local businesses: A Thanksgiving tribute to community pillars

As we approach the season of gratitude and gather around our tables to celebrate Thanksgiving, it’s crucial to reflect on the unsung heroes in our midst—the backbone of our community — the local businesses that tirelessly contribute to our daily lives. While the Thanksgiving holiday and the upcoming Small Business Saturday beckon, it’s the perfect…Read More from Celebrating our local businesses: A Thanksgiving tribute to community pillars

by WOBX staff

GOV Real Estate Top Stories November 21st, 2023

Southern Shores Planning Board recommends denial of Ginguite Creek mixed-use development

Following discussions that spanned the last three months, the Town of Southern Shores Planning Board voted unanimously Monday to recommend denial of a special use permit for a proposed development with a mix of condos and commercial uses along U.S. 158 and Ginguite Creek. The planning board serves only as an advisory panel to the…Read More from Southern Shores Planning Board recommends denial of Ginguite Creek mixed-use development

by Sam Walker

BIZ Top Stories November 18th, 2023

Fall business comings and goings across the Greater Outer Banks

Food truck commissary coming to Camden; new plant store opens in downtown Elizabeth City The operator of a popular food truck is opening a commissary in the former Track One Restaurant in Camden. Mr. Joe’s Fun Food has a permanent location at Morris Farm in Barco, is a regular at Seven Sounds Brewing in Downtown…Read More from Fall business comings and goings across the Greater Outer Banks

by Sam Walker

Food & Drink Top Stories November 17th, 2023

Thanksgiving on the Outer Banks: Where to find your feast

Spending Thanksgiving on the Outer Banks with family is a great way to kick off the holiday season. The Turkey Day forecast is for sunny skies, with highs in the mid 50s. So if you’d rather spend the day out on the beach or inside watching the waves all day, rather than cooking up a…Read More from Thanksgiving on the Outer Banks: Where to find your feast

by Sam Walker

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2023 Atlantic hurricane season was the fourth-busiest; Idalia, Ophelia left biggest marks on eastern N.C.

Lighted boat parade, First Friday ArtWalk, SantaCon, Xmas parade highlight Elizabeth City events this weekend

Southern Shores, Ocracoke, Point Harbor, Kitty Hawk had some of N.C.’s fastest growing home prices in Oct.

Seven Outer Banks towns and villages had N.C.’s highest home values in October

Twiddy & Co.’s 3rd annual Corolla Christmas Village: The magical holiday experience continues thru Dec. 30

Sound Strategy: Thanks residents & visitors, may we continue to enjoy the Greater Outer Banks together

Celebrating our local businesses: A Thanksgiving tribute to community pillars

Southern Shores Planning Board recommends denial of Ginguite Creek mixed-use development

Fall business comings and goings across the Greater Outer Banks

Thanksgiving on the Outer Banks: Where to find your feast