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Contract to remove potential source of petroleum at Buxton Beach awarded ahead of schedule
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) issued a press release on Friday, May 3, stating that the contract to remove a pipe that is believed to be a source of petroleum smells and sheens along a closed section of Buxton shoreline has been awarded months ahead of schedule. According...
Happy Trails horse camp set
By Tom Harrell, Currituck Extension Currituck County 4-H is hosting a “Happy Trails” horse camp for kids ages 8-12 on May 10, 2024 from 2-5 p.m. Camp activities include grooming and basic care, riding and many other fun activities, designed to help your child increase their knowledge and skills about horses, animal care and equitation. […] The post Happy Trails horse camp set appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Engineer: Corolla lost 'tractor trailer worth of beach' in last 14 years
CURRITUCK — Currituck’s Atlantic shoreline appears to be creeping ever closer to residents’ homes in Corolla and other parts of the county’s Outer Banks due to shoreline erosion over the last several years. That’s according to Ken Willson, a senior project manager with the Wilmington-based firm Coastal Protection Engineering. The firm has been conducting beach stability surveys of Currituck’s near 25 miles of Atlantic shoreline since 2020. Earlier this week, Willson presented the findings from the last survey, which was in 2023, to Currituck commissioners. ...
First Flight High School - Kellen Morris
BIOGRAPHY: My name is Kellen Morris and I am a senior at First Flight High School in Kill Devil Hills, NC. I am originally from Alexandria, Va, but I have lived in the Outer Banks since 2016. I live with my parents, my two younger brothers, and my grandparents. I also have a sister who is playing lacrosse at the University of Lynchburg. Along with graduating from First Flight, I also plan on graduating from the College of the Albemarle with an Associates in Science and Arts. My hobbies include playing lacrosse, basketball, and tennis, crocheting, painting, reading, and attempting to surf. I’m still unsure of where I want to attend college, but I know that I will end up where I’m supposed to be.
Softball Recap: Camden County wins going away against Manteo
Camden County can now show off 11 landslide victories after their most recent contest on Thursday. They blew past the Manteo Redskins 14-2. Winning may never get old, but Camden County sure is getting used to it with their sixth in a row. Caleigh Martin made a splash no matter...
Northbound lane blocked after Nags Head fire
NAGS HEAD, N.C. — The northbound lane is blocked after a fire in Nags Head, officials said. Nags Head Fire-Rescue is working a fire near the 9300 block of South Old Oregon Inlet Road. The fire has been put out. There were no injuries. Officials advised the public to...
Nags Head rolls out new flag system to improve ocean safety
NAGS HEAD, N.C. (WWBT)— Nags Head is revamping its flag warning system in hopes of improving ocean safety notifications this summer. Here’s a breakdown of the new system starting Memorial Day:. “For decades, lifeguard agencies in the U.S. and around the world have employed flags to notify swimmers...
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