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soap

Business

Beyond the soap dish: Outer Banks artisan specializes in realistic-looking faux food soaps, delightful combinations

Dawn Gibbs got her start in soapmaking, surprisingly, by making birthday cakes. “When my daughters were little they wanted custom birthday cakes, like 3D Barbie ... Read more

by Summer Stevens, Sunday, July 30, 2023 6:00 pm

housing

news

The state of housing on the Outer Banks: Part One

There’s been a lot of talk about the housing crisis on the Outer Banks. Does that mean that there aren’t enough housing units, or that ... Read more

by Summer Stevens, Saturday, July 29, 2023 4:44 pm

tax rates

Currituck

Currituck raises tax rates to fund schools, public safety equipment

For the first time 27 years, according to longtime commissioner Owen Etheridge, the county is increasing its tax rates. Taxpayers will see a 10-cent increase ... Read more

by Summer Stevens, Wednesday, July 12, 2023 1:43 pm

beach

community

New tips and resources for beach safety

“Our goal is to make sure you enjoy the sun, sand, and surf and go home safely,” said Kill Devil Hills public information officer Rachel ... Read more

by Summer Stevens, Sunday, July 9, 2023 2:39 pm

independence

community

Communities offer Independence Day celebration events

This year, there are so many opportunities to celebrate our nation’s independence. Watch a parade in Duck, bake an award-winning apple pie in Manteo, attend ... Read more

by Summer Stevens, Tuesday, July 4, 2023 9:19 am

speed bumps

news

Southern Shores taps the brakes on speed bumps

Southern Shores council members had a lengthy discussion about the pros and cons of speed bumps, particularly on Sea Oats Trail and Wax Myrtle, ultimately ... Read more

by Summer Stevens, Friday, June 30, 2023 3:52 pm

development

news

Kill Devil Hills approves cluster home development

Kill Devil Hills commissioners approved a site plan review on June 14 for 21 cluster homes on just under two acres on West Martin Street, ... Read more

by Summer Stevens, Friday, June 30, 2023 3:49 pm

subdivision

Currituck

Moyock subdivision applicant reapplies to commissioners

After being denied a preliminary plat/special use permit in 2020, the developers of the proposed New Bridge Creek Estates subdivision on Caratoke Highway north of ... Read more

by Summer Stevens, Saturday, June 24, 2023 3:59 pm

nags head

news

Nags Head close to approving budget; makes changes to gas station requirements

Nags Head commissioners put off passing the 2023-24 budget at their June 7 meeting, though they are expected to pass it at the June 21 ... Read more

by Summer Stevens, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 1:17 pm

cluster home

news

Kill Devil Hills to hold public hearing on cluster home development; mayor weighs in on need for long term housing

A public hearing is scheduled Wednesday, June 14, 2023 to gather community input for a site plan review for a proposed long-term occupancy cluster home ... Read more

by Summer Stevens, Monday, June 12, 2023 5:40 pm

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