Monday, January 25, 2021
Stories by Russ Lay | Outer Banks Voice
There are a number of Outer Banks residents who have told our story to locals and visitors over the years through writing, music, painting and other fields that come other…
Jan 14
Our second installment in the “Getting to Know” series focuses on an organization that is sadly, essential to every community. The Outer Banks Hotline’s mission statement reveals a simple and…
Dec 11
“Getting to Know…” is an ongoing Voice feature looking at some of the people who make the Outer Banks tick, the businesses, charities, and governmental departments they work for and…
Dec 2
“If necessity is the mother of invention then it is the mother of innovation as well…” Kip Tabb wrote in an Outer Banks Voice story back in July. Tabb was…
Nov 22
As is the case with many businesses, the COVID-19 pandemic has turned one well-known local restaurant operator’s plans upside down. But Mike Kelly hopes and believes that will only be…
Jul 30
Why COVID-19 has upended many business models As we entered into Phase Two of statewide the statewide COVID reopening scheme, local restaurants were able to take advantage of new policies…
Jun 12
The Outer Banks’ commercial fishing industry has seen its share of problems over the past few years. Federal neglect of the Oregon and Hatteras Island inlets has caused shoaling, making…
May 21
Why a return to indoor dining felt safe and pleasant This past weekend North Carolina relaxed its rules concerning restaurant operations in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis. The new…
May 26
By Russ Lay | Outer Banks Voice Disclaimer: The following information is provided by the Outer Banks Voice and the NC STBDC for informational purposes only based upon the best…
Apr 17
Pizza. It’s already a crowded field on the Outer Banks. One might think opening a new pizza restaurant would give the new entrants some pause. But if…
Mar 7
When it comes to food, the Outer Banks enjoys choices from two distinct culinary traditions. As a coastal resort, seafood has always played a leading role with local as well…
Aug 19
A young U.S. Coast Guard member takes a seat with his wife in the store. It’s close to 4:30 and Reynolds Barbershop is approaching closing time. Two more men await…
Sep 11
