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Rare right whale spotted off Nags Head: ‘Like seeing a unicorn’

OFF THE COAST OF NAGS HEAD, N.C. (WAVY) — A group of marine biology researchers were in the right place at the right time to spot a right whale. John Felter, a research operations technician with the Coastal Studies Institute in Wanchese, N.C. was on a research boat with five others the day before Halloween. […]

Wanchese, NC · 2d

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North Carolina proposes moving part of battered Highway 12 on the Outer Banks

The North Carolina Department of Transportation plans to realign more than half a mile of Highway 12 on Hatteras Island to reduce its exposure to coastal erosion. State officials recently applied for federal right-of-way to move about 3,000 feet of the roadway along the Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Nor’easters...

Manteo, NC · 1d

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Make the Most of a November Weekend on the Outer Banks

Before the holiday hustle begins, take advantage of a November weekend filled with live music, oysters, a little mystery and plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the coast. It seems like everyone is already talking holiday plans, but hold on a minute. We've still got some beautiful November days ahead, and there's no reason to rush into the holiday season just yet. If you're hoping to spend this mid-November weekend catching some live music and spending time with friends, the Outer Banks has a pretty good lineup. From a bluegrass festival and a Mexican rodeo celebration to an oyster-themed restaurant adventure and a little theatrical suspense, there's something for just about everyone.

Nags Head, NC · 2d

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Following his election as a Dare Commissioner, David Twiddy formally resigns from Ed Board

Following his election this month to the Dare County Board of Commissioners, David Twiddy, who has been serving as Chairman of the Dare County Board of Education, formally announced his resignation from that post. In a letter released to his fellow Board of Education members on Wednesday, Nov. 11, Twiddy...

Dare County, NC · 1d

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Outlets Nags Head Kicks Off Black Friday Weekend with Early Shopping, Exclusive Doorbusters, Santa Visits and Savings All Weekend Long

First 100 Black Friday shoppers receive free gifts and store gift cards, while Small Business Saturday and Santa’s arrival add to the holiday festivities. The holiday shopping season is officially here, and Outlets Nags Head is ready to celebrate with a weekend full of incredible savings, special giveaways and festive family fun. The center’s annual Black Friday Weekend Sale, November 27–29, will feature exciting holiday deals at participating retailers, with savings continuing throughout the entire weekend. Adding to the excitement, Santa Claus will make his first appearance of the season on Saturday, November 28, welcoming families for free photos and holiday wishes.

Nags Head, NC · 1d

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Nearly 31,000 baby sea turtles hatch at Cape Hatteras in record-setting season

Nearly 31,000 baby sea turtles emerged from nests along Cape Hatteras National Seashore this year, marking one of the busiest nesting seasons on record. The National Park Service recorded 409 nests, the second-highest total since systematic monitoring began in 1987. That's nearly double the 218 nests recorded last year. Most...

Nags Head, NC · 2d

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Holly Days festival returns to All Saints Episcopal Church

One of the highlights of the holiday season is back this year, as All Saints Episcopal Church hosts its Annual Holly Days Bazaar and Arts Festival in Kitty Hawk on Friday, Nov. 20, and Saturday, Nov. 21, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. “People enjoy it,” said Arline Arnold, Chairperson...

Kitty Hawk, NC · 2d