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Water line repair to take place in Beaufort on Wednesday morning
BEAUFORT, N.C. (WNCT) — A water line repair will take place in Beaufort on Wednesday. Beginning at the 1300 block of Live Oak Street at 8 a.m., this will require the closure of one southbound lane until the repair is complete which is expected to last approximately four hours. Water consumers in this area should […]
New Bern Rotary's Pigskin Preview aids local high schools with football fundraiser
Our student athletes will soon be heading back to the football field as we get ready to start another school year. Rotary Club of New Bern is hosting the “Pigskin Preview”, which is similar to a media day. The event raises money for the four public high school...
Construction begins on Kelly Children’s Home; Former worship center to become beacon of hope and refuge for area youth
A former worship center in Washington will once again be a source of hope and encouragement in the community. Starting this week, it will be transformed into The Kelly Children’s Home, a sanctuary for displaced youth in the area. On Tuesday morning, a groundbreaking ceremony was held at The Kelly Children’s Home to celebrate the […] The post Construction begins on Kelly Children’s Home; Former worship center to become beacon of hope and refuge for area youth appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Nags Head approves amended site plan for Inn at Whalebone hotel
Nags Head commissioners took action at their July 3 meeting to approve an amended site plan for the Inn at Whalebone, an 87-unit hotel located 6632 W. Pheasant Avenue (W. Lakeside Street), despite some residents’ concerns over traffic. Town code states that when there is double frontage, or a corner lot, planning staff encourages access […] The post Nags Head approves amended site plan for Inn at Whalebone hotel appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Good news from water testing at former Buxton Navy/Coast Guard base
In Buxton and Frisco, Dare County launched its own water testing in an effort to make sure no public health concerns were present at the former Buxton U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard bases. On Tuesday, July 16, 2024, Dare’s county manager Robert L. Outten announced that two weeks ago, Dare County staff pulled samples […] The post Good news from water testing at former Buxton Navy/Coast Guard base appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Jamesville enters System Pressure Advisory, damaged water main
JAMESVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Water consumers of Jamesville have experienced periods of low pressure and outages in the distribution due to a damaged water main due to the hydrant being isolated from the system. Periods of low or no pressure in the distribution system increases the potential for back siphonage and introduction of bacteria that […]
Outer Banks Forum continues legacy of great music, announces 41st season line-up – OBX Today
In 1983 a group of friends decided to bring entertainment to the Outer Banks. Forty-one years and over 200 concerts later, the Outer Banks Forum for the Lively Arts (OBFLA) continues this vision with a slate of seven acts presented by Kitty Hawk Kites that run from September 7, 2024 to April 26, 2025.
Beaufort County United Way holds Emergency Edge Expo
WASHINGTON, N.C. (WITN) - Beaufort County United Way is holding an event that gives community members a chance to learn about disaster preparedness measures. The Emergency Edge Expo gives individuals a chance to become educated on preparations to keep themselves and their families safe during emergencies. Topics include safety demonstrations, water river rescue demonstrations, natural disaster preparedness recourses, and so much more.
Manteo First Assembly of God receives grant from Outer Banks Community Foundation
Earlier this year, the Manteo First Assembly of God received a grant from the Outer Banks Community Foundation (OBCF) that supported necessary updates to the facility’s kitchen, and the purchase of new learning equipment for their preschool. The kitchen updates, including new countertops, cabinetry, and appliances, enabled the preschool...
Proctor regales club about back-to-back races to Bermuda
Stuart Proctor just completed what many would consider the adventure of a lifetime: He finished not one but two races between the northeastern United States and Bermuda. Sailing with a crew of eight on the 42-foot racing yacht Allegiant, Proctor — one of the family members who own Byrum Hardware in Edenton — set off from Annapolis, Maryland, on June 7 for an 872-mile voyage to Bermuda scheduled to take between five and eight days. ...
North Carolina Museum of History announces new Maritime Museums leadership
The North Carolina Museum of History has announced that Maria Vann will now lead the three North Carolina Maritime Museums: the Graveyard of the Atlantic Museum in Hatteras, the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Beaufort, and the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Vann is a historian and museum professional from New York who serves […] The post North Carolina Museum of History announces new Maritime Museums leadership appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Swamp rose mallow in bloom on Pocosin Lakes NWR
The swamp rose mallow (Hibiscus moscheutos) is a native wetland wildflower that is blooming on Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge. The trumpet-shaped flowers are visited by a variety of bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. The seeds are eaten by many species of songbirds. Butterflies and moths use it as a larval host plant. READ ABOUT MORE NEWS HERE. SUBSCRIBE TO […] The post Swamp rose mallow in bloom on Pocosin Lakes NWR appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Man charged with attacking Beaufort County woman & child with machete and hammer
There are disturbing new details in the case of a man arrested Monday for attacking a woman and a child in Beaufort County. Deputies say Ryan Stalls was caught on Horse Pen Swamp Road after a neighbor reported a suspicious man in the area. The 31-year-old Stalls was wanted for...
County to start spraying for mosquitoes this week
The Beaufort County Public Health Department plans to begin spraying for mosquitoes this week as conditions warrant. Planned spraying is scheduled for areas that are showing elevated mosquito populations. This area includes within the City of Washington. Spraying will be completed between dusk and dawn. If rainy or windy conditions are present, spraying will be […] The post County to start spraying for mosquitoes this week appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Contractor van on fire in Morehead City, tamed after 15 minutes by Morehead City fire and EMS
MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. (WNCT) — Morehead City Fire and EMS along with the Beaufort Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire at Olde Towne Yacht club. The call came at 10:45 a.m. saying that a Dodge Ram contractor van was engulfed in flames. The fire was successfully extinguished by crews on scene within 15 minutes […]
Dock management becomes hot topic at commissioners meeting
BEAUFORT — What was supposed to be a special Beaufort Board of Commissioners work session to discuss the proposed lease agreement with Express Island Ferry Service and a speed limit reduction on Turner Street on Monday, became a lengthy conversation about perceived lack of transparency regarding the future management of the town’s docks.
Motorcyclist dies after colliding with truck in Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Onslow County — A motorcyclist is dead after colliding into a truck Sunday afternoon, according to the Jacksonville Police Department. Officials say Nickolous Nikitas was traveling at a high rate of speed on a 2024 Kawasaki motorcycle on Highway 53 when he crashed into a Ford truck that was turning left into a parking lot on Western Boulevard.
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