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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...
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.
Dare employees recognized for years of service
Four Dare County employees were recognized with a service pin presentation at the Dare County Board of Commissioners meeting held Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Shelia Hassell, in-home service aid/CNAI for the Dare County Department of Health & Human Services Social Services Division, was presented with a 20-year pin. William “Bill” Laricos, advanced emergency medical technician for the Dare County EMS Department, was presented with a 10-year pin. Matt […] The post Dare employees recognized for years of service appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Substance Use in Dare County 2023: A Year in Review
Check out Substance Use in Dare County 2023: A Year in Review, an insightful special section with information from the Saving Lives Task Force: READ ABOUT MORE NEWS HERE. SUBSCRIBE TO THE COASTLAND TIMES TODAY! The post Substance Use in Dare County 2023: A Year in Review appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Double red flags on OBX beaches this summer mean swimming is unlawful
NAGS HEAD, N.C. — Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills on the Outer Banks are rolling out a new flag system to improve warnings of surf conditions for beachgoers. Under Nags Head Ocean Rescue's new system, yellow flags indicate a medium hazard with moderate surf and/or currents present. Weak swimmers are discouraged from getting into the water, while others should use extra care and caution.
Dare needs housing plan; legislation to be introduced to eliminate controversial section in budget bill
The Dare County Housing Task Force met April 22, 2024 in a crowded conference room in the county’s Administration Building. Task Force members numbered 17 in a quickly called meeting to talk with North Carolina Senators Bobby Hanig and Norman Sanderson by Google Meet. Public members numbered at least 27, causing more chairs to be […] The post Dare needs housing plan; legislation to be introduced to eliminate controversial section in budget bill appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Manteo High School - Gitzelle Enciso-Ramírez
BIOGRAPHY: My name is Gitzelle Enciso-Ramírez and I am currently a senior at Manteo High school. I am also currently dual-enrolled with my local community college, College of the Albemarle, and will be graduating with my Associate in Arts degree when I graduate from Manteo High School. I am a middle child and am the second oldest out of four daughters in my family. Throughout high school I have been heavily involved in school and community events. One of my favorite activities, however, has been being part of my school’s color guard team. I have been in the Manteo High School color guard team for four years and was chosen as flag captain my senior year. I love color guard and the friends I made along the way and will keep supporting color teams wherever I go.I plan to attend a four year university and major in Business Administration or Economics. I want to use the knowledge I learn in college to help not only my family with our small business but also to help others in my Hispanic community learn how to also start their own business. Many have great business ideas and I would love to help them turn their dreams into reality.
Passenger seriously injured in Manteo wreck, driver facing multiple charges
One woman was hospitalized and another is facing several charges following a wreck in Manteo. Shortly before 6 a.m. Saturday, April 27, 2024, a traffic wreck occurred on U.S. 64 in Manteo at the McDonald’s. The driver of a black Honda Civic was traveling southbound on U.S 64 and crossed the center and the northbound […] The post Passenger seriously injured in Manteo wreck, driver facing multiple charges appeared first on The Coastland Times.
OBX: Local leaders urge government to remove former Navy base, leaving behind pollution
BUXTON, N.C. — Built back in 1956 to detect submarines, Naval Station Cape Hatteras could be seen near the old site of the lighthouse. It is believed to the be the first site to detect a Soviet submarine. After being turned over to the Coast Guard in the 1980s, the Army Corps of Engineers agreed […]
Coastal Resources Commission, state geologist agree Jockey’s Ridge is Area of Environmental Concern
In an effort to address objections from the commission that last year nulled 30 state rules, including the environmental designation for Jockey’s Ridge, and to maintain temporary rule protections, the North Carolina Coastal Resources Commission unanimously voted Thursday to send an amended rule and findings from the state geologist back to the state Rules Review […] The post Coastal Resources Commission, state geologist agree Jockey’s Ridge is Area of Environmental Concern appeared first on NC Newsline.
Dare commissioners look at early budget
Dare County’s commissioners took a look at an early budget proposal for fiscal year 2025. County manager Robert L. Outten and finance director David Clawson showed a balanced General Fund budget of $136.2 million on the second year of a two-year budget cycle. Outten praised department heads for keeping requests at a minimum. Dare County […] The post Dare commissioners look at early budget appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Early college design for Dare moving quickly
The design for Dare County Early College is moving rapidly. One week after an initial meeting, on April 16, 2024, the design crew from Oakley Collier showed up with two versions of building placement on the current College of The Albemarle campus and a reduced square footage. The decision on placement was quickly made. One […] The post Early college design for Dare moving quickly appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Dare Board of Commissioners takes financial action
Dare County’s Board of Commissioners took final action on April 2, 2024 to finance the Manteo Youth Center, the Manns Harbor EMS Station and the Kitty Hawk EMS/Fire Station. The commissioners adopted an approving resolution to issue Series 2024A limited obligation bonds in the form of an amendment to last year’s installment purchase contract with […] The post Dare Board of Commissioners takes financial action appeared first on The Coastland Times.
A New Guard at The Pioneer Theater
One of Michael Basnight’s earliest memories is of a field trip to The Pioneer Theater. He and his Manteo Elementary School classmates waddled down Budleigh Street like excited little ducklings to see a movie — on a school day! When he was a bit older, Basnight’s parents or grandparents would drop him off at the theater, and in the summer, he’d ride his bike there with friends. As a teen, he took dates to the theater — just as his parents, aunts, uncles, and cousins had done before him.
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