Betsy “Lynn” Coppersmith, age 75, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026, in Nags Head with her daughter by her side.

Gayle Vinson Tillett of Wanchese passed away peacefully on September 2, 2026, at her home with family by her side.

The Coastal Family Collaborative has officially launched a search for an innovative, passionate leader to serve as the Director of Tidal Tots Childcare Center.

Lora Lee Gerres, age 44, of Moyock, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly at her Moyock, NC home on August 28, 2026.

Three-time Academy of Country Music Group of the Year nominees Flatland Cavalry have been added to the Live From OBX 2026 concert series presented by Mountain Dew on Sunday, September 6 at 6:30 p.m. Gates for each event open at 5 p.m.

Join us this Friday, September 4, for First Friday in downtown Manteo between 6pm and 8pm.

Stanley Ray Beacham, Sr., known affectionately to all children as “Paw,” passed away on September 1, 2026, at the age of 90.

John Abram Vermeulen, Jr., age 82, of Kitty Hawk, NC, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in Chesapeake, VA.

SEPTEMBER 5 UPDATE: Off for the Day, Next Call Sep 6 • 6:30 AM
The World Surf League (WSL) North America Qualifying Series (QS) returns for the long-standing WRV Outer Banks Pro Presented by Pacifico QS 2,000. Beginning September 3 through 6. Held at the Jennette's Pier in consecutive years since 2014, the WRV Outer Banks, WRV continues to join forces with Pacifico to keep professional surfing thriving on the East Coast.

Labor Day weekend fundraiser pairs local seafood, music and island tradition with an effort to reduce hours-long trips for basic diagnostic imaging

Dare County Deputy Sheriff Master Officer Brent Doughtie has been named Dare County Employee of the Month for September 2026.

Arthur Leslie Ellis, 75 died of natural causes in Poplar Branch, NC September 2, 2026. Any living relatives of MR. Ellis are urgently asked to contact Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. at 252-216-8030.