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Hit-and-run leaves pedestrian in critical condition, driver facing multiple charges
Around midnight Saturday-Sunday, June 29-June 30, 2024, a pedestrian was pushing a bicycle east on the Washington Baum Bridge. The pedestrian became a victim of a hit-and-run and was transported to a hospital in Virginia. As of Monday morning, the pedestrian remains in critical condition. North Carolina State Highway Patrol Sgt. D.C. Pridgen said the […] The post Hit-and-run leaves pedestrian in critical condition, driver facing multiple charges appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Currituck County receives America 250 NC grant
Currituck County has received a $30,000 grant from North Carolina’s America 250 NC initiative for a project to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. America 250 NC is North Carolina’s commemoration of the United States’ 250th anniversary and is led by the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. The grant will be used […] The post Currituck County receives America 250 NC grant appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Fatal crash claims lives of two Manteo women
Two Manteo women died following a crash on U.S. 64 on Thursday, June 27, 2024. Janice Bateman and Frances Brinn, both 82, were traveling east on U.S. 64. Bateman, the driver of the Ford sedan, moved into the turn lane and attempted to turn left into Pirate’s Cove on a yellow light, according to the […] The post Fatal crash claims lives of two Manteo women appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Terrarium workshop set at Currituck Extension
By Chris Blaha, Currituck Extension Join us on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. for an enchanting terrarium-making class at the Currituck County Extension Office located at 120 Community Way in Barco. Immerse yourself in the art of designing and assembling your own miniature garden within a glass container. Under the expert […] The post Terrarium workshop set at Currituck Extension appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Water, boating safety stressed ahead of Fourth of July
Ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey is urging everyone to take extra precautions during one of the most popular water recreational times of the year. “Independence Day is a great opportunity to celebrate our freedom on the water with friends, family and neighbors,” Causey said. “Beaches, lakes and […] The post Water, boating safety stressed ahead of Fourth of July appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Southern Shores weighs use of 2,4-D herbicide in canals to control milfoil
Before the Town of Southern Shores made a decision about how to treat milfoil, an invasive weed found in the town’s canals, council members heard an online presentation from NC State professor Dr. Paul Richardson at their June meeting. Richardson explained what milfoil is and why the growth has been increasing in canal waters. Milfoil […] The post Southern Shores weighs use of 2,4-D herbicide in canals to control milfoil appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Dune management discussed in Duck
During the June 19 Duck Town Council mid-month meeting, council members approved an updated public safety software system, authorized budget amendments to correct for some unforeseen costs during this fiscal year, moved money from a closed account to the town’s capital beach nourishment account, and heard a lengthy presentation on dune management techniques. Taking a […] The post Dune management discussed in Duck appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Small section of beach in Rodanthe temporarily closed for exposed hazards
Cape Hatteras National Seashore announced Tuesday afternoon, June 25, 2024 that it has temporarily closed a small section of beach adjacent to G.A. Kohler Court in Rodanthe due to exposed hazards, including house-related septic systems, wires, pipes and broken concrete parking pads. Hazards may also be present in other areas of the beach in Rodanthe, […] The post Small section of beach in Rodanthe temporarily closed for exposed hazards appeared first on The Coastland Times.
What’s Old is New Again: 2024-25 Outlook edition from The Coastland Times
What’s Old is New Again, the latest annual Outlook edition from The Coastland Times, is out now! View the digital version here: Complementary print editions will be available at select locations throughout our coverage area as well as at our office in downtown Manteo. Businesses interested in multiple copies for free distribution should call 252-473-2105 […] The post What’s Old is New Again: 2024-25 Outlook edition from The Coastland Times appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Dare school board’s new student advisors take oath of office
New student advisors and alternates to the Dare County Board of Education took the oath of office for the school term 2024-25 in the board’s June 10 meeting. Taking the oath as advisors are Elizabeth Fairbanks, Cape Hatteras Secondary; Emerson Mann, First Flight High; and Tobias Fleckenstein, Manteo High. Taking the oath as alternates are […] The post Dare school board’s new student advisors take oath of office appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Currituck considers but waits on UDO changes for large hotels
Currituck commissioners heard a request for an amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) that would put some limitations on the proposed 172-room hotel project on NC-12 and Herring Street in Corolla. The amendment, which commissioners ultimately tabled until September, would require a special use permit (SUP) for development projects in Corolla that are 30,000 […] The post Currituck considers but waits on UDO changes for large hotels appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Ferry crew honored for rescue
All that weekly training by North Carolina ferry crews paid off one cold January day. The day was overcast. The wind was blowing and the sea was acting up in Hatteras Inlet. Two men wearing waders, Mike Herulan of Salisbury and Doug Illing of Myrtle Beach, S.C., along with dog Fin, were duck hunting. Their […] The post Ferry crew honored for rescue appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Power outage scheduled for Monday at Cape Hatteras Light Station
All buildings at the Cape Hatteras Light Station will experience up to an eight-hour power outage starting at around 7 a.m. on Monday, June 24. The Museum of the Sea, store, restrooms and administrative areas will be closed during the power outage. Once the power is restored, normal facility operations will resume. During the power […] The post Power outage scheduled for Monday at Cape Hatteras Light Station appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Dare employees recognized with service pins
Two Dare County employees were recognized during a service pin presentation at the Dare County Board of Commissioners meeting held on Monday, June 3, 2024. Sectina Tran, in-home service aid CNAI for the Dare County Department of Health & Human Services’ Social Services Division, received a 25-year pin. Kimberly Waltson, Dare County EMS lieutenant, received a 10-year pin. READ ABOUT MORE NEWS HERE. SUBSCRIBE TO THE COASTLAND TIMES […] The post Dare employees recognized with service pins appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Dare commissioners adopt budgets
On June 3, 2024, after a public hearing, Dare County commissioners adopted the county’s fiscal year 2025 operating budget at $136.17 million. Three people spoke at the budget hearing: Dennis Zaenger, Aida Havel and Katie Morgan. All asked that the budget decision be delayed. The speakers are Democratic candidates for the Dare Board of Commissioners. […] The post Dare commissioners adopt budgets appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Settlement negotiated on dwelling rate request
Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced on May 30, 2024 that the North Carolina Department of Insurance has settled its legal dispute with North Carolina insurance companies over a dwelling rate increase. “Commissioner Causey negotiated an average statewide increase of 8%, which is 42.6 percentage points lower than the 50.6% increase requested by the N.C. Rate […] The post Settlement negotiated on dwelling rate request appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Dare Planning Board reviews special use permit for home occupation in Colington
On June 4, 2024, the Dare County Planning Board met to consider a special use permit for a home occupation in Colington, part of unincorporated Dare County. Rachel Sanchez submitted an application for the special use permit with the intent to produce and package baked goods at 113 Hickory Ridge Court in Colington. She proposes […] The post Dare Planning Board reviews special use permit for home occupation in Colington appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Duck recognized for accounting software change
A larger than usual crowd filled the Paul F. Keller Meeting Hall for the June 5 regular Duck Town Council meeting. Among the early agenda items was a special presentation to the Town of Duck by two North Carolina League of Municipalities representatives. Perry James, a municipal accounting services senior consultant, congratulated Duck Town Council […] The post Duck recognized for accounting software change appeared first on The Coastland Times.
150 years ago this week: The beginnings of the Currituck Beach Light Station
By Meghan Agresto, Currituck Beach Lighthouse, Site Manager and Historian One hundred and fifty years ago, on June 19, 1874, at the Currituck Beach Light Station “the driving of the piles for the foundation was commenced.” More than 200 piles would eventually be driven for the foundation of the 162’ tall, 6.4-million-pound lighthouse. Though it […] The post 150 years ago this week: The beginnings of the Currituck Beach Light Station appeared first on The Coastland Times.
Mural celebrates community, history at J.P. Knapp Early College High School
A stunning new mural gracing the walls of J.P. Knapp Early College High School was officially completed last month, marking a significant addition to the school’s cultural landscape. The artistic project, funded by a grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, captures the natural beauty of Currituck County while celebrating the school’s storied past and […] The post Mural celebrates community, history at J.P. Knapp Early College High School appeared first on The Coastland Times.
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