Dare County Transportation buys three new vehicles

The Dare County Transportation System—which provides curb-to-curb, ride-by-appointment transportation services to residents and visitors of the Dare County community—has announced the purchase of three new vehicles that were recently added to its fleet. Full story

Jennette’s Pier adjusts hours for April and opens bath house

The public bath house at Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head will re-open Saturday morning, April 1 with brand new showers and footbaths for visitor use. Full story

RED CROSS APRIL BLOOD DRIVES

If you are healthy and feeling well, schedule an appointment to donate blood by visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767). Full story

Good Friday Schedule Changes and Closures for Dare County Offices and Facilities

In observance of Good Friday, all Dare County offices and facilities will be closed on Friday, April 7, 2023. In addition, Dare County Public Works has announced its revised collection schedule for the week of Monday, April 3, 2023 through Friday, April 7, 2023. Full story

Meet Mr. T, OBX SPCA Pet of the Week

Meet Mr. T, OBX SPCA Pet of the Week. Mr. T is 100% good boy, he loves all the attention. Mr. T was found outside so his appearance is a bit rough but is all mush on the inside. Watch this video to learn more about Mr. T. Full story

Four Dare County students accepted into the North Carolina Governor’s School

Four Dare County students received acceptance letters to the North Carolina Governor’s School. Full story

Northeast NC Niche Agriculture Field Day

Small farmers interested in growing niche crops or raising livestock are invited to attend the first annual Northeast North Carolina Niche Agriculture Field Day on May 12, 2023, from 8:00 to 3:30 at the Currituck County Extension Center in Barco, NC. Full story

MARCH 30

Faith Community Summit on Substance Abuse & Mental Health

The Faith-Based Subcommittee of the Dare County Saving Lives Task Force is hosting a Substance Use Resources Summit for the faith community on March 30 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Full story

Reminder: Large Item Pickup Begins on Monday, March 27

The Dare County Public Works Department reminds citizens that large item pickup for the unincorporated areas of Dare County* will begin on Monday, March 27, 2023 and run continuously for approximately 12-15 days. Full story

Community opportunity to participate in research with the Coastal Studies Institute

Join us for a focus group discussion on marine renewable energy in North Carolina. Full story

Currituck Education Foundation Awards Mini Grants

On March 21st at a virtual meeting of the Currituck Education Foundation, four projects supporting Currituck County Schools were awarded mini-grant funding. Full story

Outer Banks Seafood Festival announces Endowment in Support of Fishing Industry

The Outer Banks Seafood Festival Board of Directors is pleased to announce that a portion of the proceeds from the 2022 festival in the amount of $10,000 have been set aside and added to the Outer Banks Seafood Festival Endowment Fund. Full story

Girl Scout Cookie Booth Sales start March 26

Booth sales will be starting on Sunday, March 26. Full story

Join the First Friday Fun

First Friday is coming up.  We thought it would be helpful to share what Dare Arts currently handles for First Friday and let you know how to best participate. Full story

From Manteo to the Metropolitan Opera

Tshombe Selby will debut in solo role next month in NYC
By Maggie Miles | Outer Banks Voice  When Tshombe Selby was a child, he loved singing so much he would sing all day on his front porch. Full story

Manteo moving quickly to create ‘social district’

Plan could be in place by April 7 First Friday event By Mark Jurkowitz | Outer Banks Voice With the April 7 First Friday event as a target date, Manteo officials are moving quickly toward the establishment of a downtown “social district” where alcoholic beverages in designated containers are permitted on the street. Full story

CAPE CHRONICLE NEWSLETTER

OBX Seashore updates and upcoming events at OBX National Parks

In this issue of the Cape Chronicle Newsletter, read about Ocracoke Light House anniversary event, beach cleanup opportunities, campgrounds opening soon for the season and more.

APRIL 8

Tree Planing Demonstration

If you want to learn how to correctly plant and care for trees, join the Currituck County Extension Master GardenerSM volunteers for a free tree planting demonstration. Full story

Theatre of Dare Presents Check to Outer Banks Hotline Campaign

The Theatre of Dare presented a check in the amount $1,675 to Outer Banks Hotline, Dare County’s only interpersonal violence (domestic abuse, sexual assault and human trafficking) crisis intervention and prevention agency following the run of ‘Exit, Pursued By A Bear’ in January and the charity evening dedicated to support Hotline’s services. Full story

Dare County Odyssey of the Mind Teams Advance to State Competition

Five teams from Dare County will advance to the Odyssey of the Mind state tournament in Raleigh, North Carolina on March 25. Full story

Outer Banks Health earmarks $5M to support expansion of Manteo Family Medicine Practice

By Mark Jurkowitz | Outer Banks Voice In July 2022, Outer Banks Hospital President Ronnie Sloan announced plans to renovate the property housing the Outer Banks Family Medical Practice in Manteo and to build a 2,500- square-foot addition adjacent to that building in order to eventually incorporate more medical staff. Full story

Under sunny skies, it’s the wearing of the green at Kelly’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade

By Kip Tabb | Outer Banks Voice Sunday March 19 was a cold, crisp, but sunny day for the 32nd Annual Kelly’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Nags Head. Full story

Project Glam Girls has record-breaking year

More than 200 students fitted with free formal wear
By Corinne Saunders | Outer Banks Voice “That's it?” A mother was incredulous as a volunteer handed her the dress her daughter had picked out, now wrapped up in plastic to protect it from the elements. Full story

Food Bank 40th Anniversary Celebration & Sort-A-Rama Packing Event Set for April 5th

Elizabeth City– Food Bank of the Albemarle will celebrate 40 years of hunger-relief efforts in the region on Wednesday, April 5^th with a free community event open to the public. Full story

MARCH 29

“Dare To Be Safe”  A Dare LWV Program on Gun Safety

LWV of Dare County invites the public to gather for an informative evening regarding community and gun safety on Wednesday, March 29^th from 6:30-8:00 pm in the multipurpose room at the Baum Center, 300 Mustian St., Kill Devil Hills. Full story

12th Annual Community Spelling Bee Swarms Again

The Delta Zeta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International conducted the 12th Annual Community Spelling Bee on March 13 at Kitty Hawk Elementary School. Full story

Meet Nina, OBX SPCA Pet of the Week

Nina is a sweet girl, about two-years-old, who was surrendered to us about a month ago. Nina does great with other dogs, children and loves to cuddle. If you are looking for an adventure buddy, Nina is your girl.  Watch this video to learn more about Nina. Full story

Uncovering Black History

Submitted story by Joan L. Collins

Every beach needs a Delbert

The life and times of an Outer Banks legend
Maggie Miles | Outer Banks Voice In the song “Stoned Immaculate,” Jim Morrison declares that “No eternal reward will forgive us for wasting the dawn.” That was the mentality that Outer Banks surf icon Delbert Melton, who passed away on March 15, had every day while paddling out to catch a wave. Full story

Dare Health and Human Services seeks business partners for ‘Fentanyl Kills’ campaign

As part of its continuing efforts to combat the use and spread of dangerous drugs, the Dare County Department of Health and Human Services (DCDHHS) is launching a “Fentanyl Kills” public education campaign and seeking partners to help spread that message. Full story

Nags Head Commissioners create C-5  ‘historic character’ commercial district

By Corinne Saunders | Outer Banks Voice By a unanimous 4-0 vote, the Nags Head Board of Commissioners passed text amendments establishing a new C-5 zoning district at its meeting on March 15. Commissioner Mike Siers was absent from the meeting. Full story

OBX Community Foundation unveils move to Manteo 

Plan to award new $40K grant also revealed at annual luncheon By Kip Tabb | Outer Banks Voice. After a two-year COVID hiatus, the Outer Banks Community Foundation annual luncheon and meeting returned to celebrate a recap of the organization’s 40th year at Jennette’s Pier in Nags Head on March 14. Full story

Volunteer during Earth Week in Southern Shores

Please volunteer at one of our Earth Day clean-ups during the week and together we will make a big difference. Full story

Citizen Science Program Needs Your Help Observing the Weather

Have you ever wondered how much rain fell during a recent thunderstorm? How about snowfall during a winter storm? If so, an important volunteer weather observing program needs your help! Full story

“It’s authentic…you can come as you are’

Argie Shultz celebrates 30 years running The Blue Crab
By Maggie Miles | Outer Banks Voice Argie Shultz, now celebrating her 30^th year operating the Blue Crab on Colington Road, isn’t your typical dive bar owner. Full story

Space available and donations accepted for Outer Banks Presbyterian Church Community Yard Sale

Outer Banks Presbyterian Church will be holding a community yard and bake sale on April 29^th with a rain date of May 6^th. This sale is open to all members of the community and folks can contact us to either rent spaces to sell their items or they can donate things to the church for us to sell. Full story

Another oceanfront home collapses in Rodanthe

The Cape Hatteras National Seashore (CHNS) released the following statement about another collapsed oceanfront home in Rodanthe on March 13. Full story

Calling Local Musicians: Join the Outer Banks Community Orchestra

Have a dormant musical talent? Want to dust off your clarinet, flute, cello, trumpet or other instrument and see if you can still play it? Well this may be the right time and place to bring back the music. Full story

Open Call For Dare Arts Board Of Directors

Dare Arts is delighted to announce a special open call for Dare County residents to serve on their Board of Directors. Full story