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The Outer Banks’ preliminary 2026 primary election results and a November preview

Creswell woman arrested after pursuit from Columbia ends in multi-vehicle collision at U.S. 64 intersection on Roanoke Island

Pregnant dwarf sperm whale strands on beach in South Nags Head

Dare sheriff candidate Rodney Rawls

Dare sheriff candidate Jimmy Pierce

Dare sheriff candidate Jeffrey “Jeff” Deringer

Dare sheriff candidate Theodore “Teddy” Daniels

North Carolina Aquariums named finalist in global StoryMap competition for piece on sand tiger sharks in Graveyard of the Atlantic

Dare Sheriff’s Office: Public’s help still sought after body believed to be that of missing Wanchese man found

Dare fishing folk voice ‘overmanagement’ concerns. Marine Fisheries Commission votes on preliminary plan for Atlantic bonito management, votes against adding blue crab to May agenda

Dominion Energy rates up nearly $12 per month for NC customers effective Feb. 1

KDH police: Nags Head driver cited for failure to stop at steady red light after Sunday’s Colington intersection crash with overturned vehicle

Dare County commissioner on his arrest: ‘I’m gonna own it’

Bodie Island body identified as man from western NC, National Park Service says

‘Force multiplier’: SBI announces Northeastern Drug Task Force

Community voices concern after GOP 1st Congressional District chair, previously convicted of multiple sexual crimes against children, moderates Dare GOP board of ed candidate forum

Moyock license plate agency operator announces remainder of contract is for sale

Officer-involved shooting in Hatteras: Man flown to Virginia hospital, deputy treated and released from local hospital, sheriff’s office says

‘Predetermined outcome’: School workers fired over trespass incident withdraw appeal but reiterate objections. Meanwhile, man who pleaded guilty to school trespass is released from jail

Primary 2026: What do Outer Bankers’ March 3 ballots look like, and who can vote?

Outer Banks Hospital purchases former Kelly’s restaurant property for $4.4 million

Nags Head school resource officer arrests parent for violating protective order

Dare County announces Faire, passport program, other events celebrating United States’ 250th birthday

New boardwalk project underway at Jockey’s Ridge State Park, seen during First Day Hike

A courtroom electronics ban went into effect across the First Judicial District toward summer’s end. Public opinions vary, as do possible exemptions for journalists

Our top 10 most-viewed articles of 2025

‘I can’t wait to see it in action’: Groundbreaking for Everyone’s Playground OBX set for June, after years of community fundraising

Moyock man dies after suffering ‘medical emergency’ in water near Jennette’s Pier Sunday afternoon

Jockey’s Ridge redesignated area of environmental concern after over 2 years of contention

Cape Hatteras sees record-breaking cold temp Monday, Outer Banks has localized snow and ice, 1,700 Dominion customers lose power

Renovations underway at Jennette’s Pier

Nags Head school resource officer arrests parent in pick-up line on drug charges including possession of cocaine and methamphetamine

Judge rules district attorney can withhold case information from mother of teen fatally shot in KDH in July

KDH man arrested, charged in Saturday night shooting that injured another KDH man out on bond

‘The badge policy has never been enforced’: A pair of school district workers said they were dismissed because of the Manteo Elementary trespassing incident. One said he was never issued a badge

Manteo High School men’s soccer team wins 2A state championship in historic program first

Hooked on history: Shea LaFountaine’s podcast on the past is positively addictive

Bond increased for man arrested for alleged trespass inside Manteo Elementary, Dare school board sets Tuesday special meeting on school safety

Should people swim or play near the ocean outfalls?

Man with Canadian address charged last month with felony burglary arrested for alleged trespass inside Manteo Elementary

Wanchese man arrested, charged in fatal shooting of dog

First Flight junior Kayla Folkes wins state title in women’s cross country

In fatal pirate sword stabbing case, Stumpy Point man pleads guilty to second-degree murder

Coast Guard rescues five people from sinking sailboat off Cape Hatteras

Groundswell of efforts begins to address nearly 4,700 Outer Bankers potentially facing November without monthly food assistance

The rise, fall and future of wind power on the Outer Banks

Kitty Hawk woman arrested, charged with assaulting protester and ‘forcefully grabbing’ his American flag during ‘No Kings’ protest

Manteo High School principal of nearly 2 decades retiring

District attorney: Fatal shooting by Manteo officer was ‘tragic’ but ‘lawful’ and there will be no charges. SBI investigation ongoing

9 Hatteras Island houses collapsed last week, officials and residents concerned over potential for more this weekend, Dare County increases storm fund by $5 million

SBI releases name of Manteo police officer involved in fatal Mother Vineyard shooting

SBI investigating after Manteo police officer fatally shoots ‘armed subject,’ law enforcement says

High local interest in aquatics center but no recommendation to prioritize project

Manteo Elementary principal and First Flight High assistant principal to change roles next Monday

‘Home values no longer match our workers’ ability to afford them’: OBX housing challenges topic of virtual talk hosted by statewide coalition

Manteo couple unofficially lands Guinness World Record for most tandem skydives in a day

Manteo wins inaugural Cobia Cup in thrilling 3-2 upset at First Flight

Dare County man now in stable condition following head-on highway crash Friday in KDH, 3 others released from hospital

Serious injury in KDH vehicle collision Friday afternoon, police confirm

Proposed Mid-Currituck Bridge receives two required state permits

Salt buildup causes Kitty Hawk power pole fire, outages Monday

Fatally stabbed by pirate sword in Stumpy Point: Dead man’s brother says state wants plea deal, but ‘7 years for killing somebody is not a lot of time’

Two more teen suspects charged as adults in fatal Avalon Pier shooting

‘I think we’re trying to build a community’: Development company says it can start planning now that Dare commissioners approved density increase for group of Colington lots

Dare County license plate agency to open in Kitty Hawk on Thursday

Outer Banks man already on state sex offender registry arrested in Charlotte for alleged sexual crimes against children

Outer Banks senators among 10 who sponsored now-law striking state’s 2030 climate goal of 70% reduction in emissions

Hatteras Island soon to have no year-round licensed child care facilities

KDH bicyclist remains hospitalized after Friday collision with truck driven by New Jersey resident

Three people contracted Vibrio infections in July from wound exposure to sound water on the Outer Banks. A look at recent Vibrio trends and a scientist’s plan of study

Grand jury indicts KDH teen on first-degree murder, assault with deadly weapon charges

Colington man arrested on charge of forcible sex offense last week is on state sex offender list for prior indecent liberties with child conviction

The Rapid Rise and Fall of N.C.’s Proposed Shrimp Trawl Ban

KDH teen charged as adult with first-degree murder and another felony in fatal Avalon Pier shooting

Breaking: Suspect in ‘critical’ KDH incident arrested in Kitty Hawk

Whiteville man pushed wife out of moving vehicle, ran her over on N.C. Highway 12 in Dare County, according to court documents

Trump administration reverses course, will release frozen public school funding, NC leaders say

‘It’s just evolved for the better’: Retiring and incoming Saving Lives Task Force co-chairs reflect on growth, accomplishments of task force

A Dare commissioner’s county-listed address is outside his elected district. He says his ‘primary’ is in the district.

Dare County man pleads guilty to one count felony indecent liberties with child, has 7 other child-related sexual charges dropped, is now on probation in Southern Shores

Person with ‘severe burns’ airlifted to hospital after Manteo house explosion, fire

Skimboarder airlifted to hospital from KDH with spinal injury makes progress on long recovery journey

Outer Banks July 4 week ‘not quite as challenging as last year,’ some public safety agencies find

Over $1 million in state-funded Opportunity Scholarships went to 195 private school students across the Outer Banks. Public and private schools weigh in.

What caused parts of the ocean along the Outer Banks to appear yellowish?

All 5 formerly suspended Dare County dredging permits now reinstated, county contracts with Wilmington agency for permit compliance

19-year-old pulled from ocean in KDH, flown out of area for medical treatment

Outer Banks municipal leaders oppose revamped bill they say would restrict local authority

Housing task force votes to create nonprofit, hears ECU report on community attitudes on workforce housing

Outer Banks leaders, legislators decry state bill change that would ‘irreparably damage’ local shrimping industry

Up to 1,000 people participate in “No Kings” protest in Nags Head Saturday, organizers estimate

Auto insurance rates to see average 5% increase in October following Causey’s 19th statewide insurance settlement

Dare commissioners allocate $20K to Dare County Baseball for regional tournament

Commissioners address community concerns, defend early college

Nags Head’s lifeguard housing expected to be ready next summer

Columbia woman pleads guilty in case of fiery bridge crash that claimed life of 2-year-old

Firefighter injured responding to KDH house fire in stable condition

KDH police: Mail carrier charged after fatally striking pedestrian with vehicle

Dare sheriff race 2026: Total of four prospective candidates have publicized plans to run

Dare sheriff race 2026: One prospective candidate is from Dare. Another, from Pa., is accused of mistreatment by 3 former partners, including an alleged threat to kill family dog

Colington woman arrested on kidnapping, 3 child abuse resulting in serious injury charges

Beloved Haven sets up first of many planned outreach van stops to assist human trafficking survivors

Moyock woman arrested, bonds out, on charges including ‘trespassing’ and ‘communicating threats’ on school bus

National Weather Service confirms tornado hit Wanchese Thursday afternoon

Revisited: The Secotan Alliance explores our shared history from a fresh perspective

‘Down the Road,’ Episode 7: Braxton Hughes

‘I’m not going down the road of another Wanchese,’ Dare board chairman says. Commissioners table proposed zoning change about Frisco and Buxton, applicant plans to wait on final decision

Proposed state legislation ‘jeopardizes’ the Outer Banks, local government officials say, from removing local authority to establishing ferry tolls. Area legislators react

Kitty Hawk man arrested on two counts of felony sexual activity by a substitute parent or custodian

Currituck chamber president, board of directors’ vice chair awarded Dare license plate agency contract, expected office opening mid-August

‘Down the Road,’ Episode 6: Laura Wayland

KDH police: No criminal charges in incident of flyer posted on 3 Tequilas’ door

KDH man pleads guilty to attempted second-degree rape and kidnapping charges, ordered to register as sex offender

Alligator River Bridge project moves forward despite federal government’s freeze of nearly a quarter of funding

Dead juvenile humpback whale in Corolla had broken bones suggesting ‘blunt force trauma’

‘Down the Road,’ Episode 5: Jessica King

Nags Head man arrested on charges of sexual crimes against child

Area’s top prosecutor, local police chief give talk about shoplifting prevention and response

Grandy CRNA recently arrested on rape charge faces 3 additional counts of same, 4 charges for each allegedly being ‘under pretext of medical treatment,’ one sexual exploitation of minor charge

Buxton FUDS’ Restoration Advisory Board members selected, first meeting next Thursday

Dare County teacher to press charges for alleged ‘hate crime’ involving her vehicle at public park

‘Down the Road,’ Episode 4: Paris Murray

First Flight students land top honors at NC Renewable Energy Challenge, invitation to 2025 World KidWind Challenge

Nags Head Cafe closed: Texans create company that buys restaurant property for $2.8 million

Outer Banks loses over $227,000 from federal cuts to programs purchasing local food for schools, food bank

Avon man faces 3 additional, 7 current total, indecent liberties with child charges

Gov. Josh Stein appoints Jennifer Wells to judge seat vacated by Edgar Barnes’ retirement

DOGE lease cancelation revoked for Elizabeth City SSA office, building owner says

Dare Housing Task Force eyes federal land for future project as Trump administration rolls back regulations

Photos: 34th annual Kelly’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade

‘Down the Road,’ Episode 3: John Railey

DOGE terminations’ effects to Outer Banks unclear. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and SSA office leases listed

Avon man already on sex offender list, incarcerated last month, now faces three more indecent liberties with a minor charges

Currituck man who is a CRNA and husband of assistant district attorney, arrested on rape charge

Kitty Hawk, Virginia Beach men charged in human trafficking case of 15-year-old Harnett County girl found Thursday in Dare County

‘We’re still getting calls’ to ‘reports have decreased’: Situation of raccoons with suspected canine distemper varies by agency on OBX

Avon man already on state sex offender list arrested on multiple charges of sexual crimes against child

Parts of Outer Banks see second snowfall in less than a month

‘I have no idea’: Residents react to state bills Outer Banks legislators have filed so far this session

‘Biggest polar plunge so far’: Hundreds jump in ocean, raise money for Special Olympics

Alleged ‘hate crime’ prompts outpouring of support for 3 Tequilas

PowerSchool hack compromises local K-12 current and former student and teacher information

Outer Banks homeowners to see insurance increases next two Junes as part of Causey’s 17th statewide settlement

First homes in Wanchese cluster home project likely to be ready this summer as Dare commissioners take no action on property

‘No jobs found’: Federal hiring freeze affects national parks on Outer Banks

A sandbar surveilled

Dare commissioners approve nearly 210% increase in school board compensation

NC is in a ‘foster care crisis,’ a nonprofit says. Outer Banks families and agencies share their experiences.

Manteo man arrested on second- and third-degree sexual exploitation of a minor charges

Dead humpback whale washes up in Kitty Hawk

District Court Judge Edgar Barnes of Dare County to retire Jan. 1, District Bar votes on five area nominees for vacancy

$25 million federal grant will fund wildlife crossings in Dare County to protect red wolves, people

Ruby Bridges Foundation to launch weeklong summer camp in Columbia, will cover tuition for accepted children

‘Assault on local authority’: Despite Outer Banks officials’ concerns over ‘Helene relief’ bill, area’s state legislators all voted to override NC governor’s veto to make it law

Moyock man charged with first-degree murder previously convicted of assaults; was on probation from Dare County for fleeing arrest, possessing stolen motorcycle

Sailing toward completion: Manteo Middle’s miniboat in final stages

From the barrier islands to the Vatican: Outer Banks Chorus sings its way across the Atlantic

3 pedestrians and motorcyclist hospitalized with serious injuries after collisions around Thanksgiving on OBX

Police: Driver running red light caused four-vehicle Colington intersection Sunday crash

Manteo man arrested for stabbing with intent to kill

Jackie Price released on probation in Manteo following guilty plea to sexual crimes

Six Dare County commissioners receive federal subpoenas; dredge and contract subject of inquiry, chairman says

Law enforcement investigating swastika made at First Flight High School

Shayne Perry takes plea deal for second-degree murder of girlfriend’s father

‘Stunning:’ NC Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green reads at Jennette’s Pier

Maryland woman arrested for attempted murder in Frisco

Preliminary report released for last month’s KDH airplane crash that took five lives, including decorated soldier

Learn Outer Banks legends with new ‘OBX Folklore’ GIS map, enter free raffle to win poster

Only one Dare dredging permit reinstated to date, contradicting prior public information

Dare County commissioners, Oregon Inlet Task Force receive federal subpoenas

‘We’re not putting it together; the kids are’: Miniboat kit arrives in Manteo

Third house in four months—and eighth in four years—collapses in Rodanthe

The ‘unicorn’ of the Outer Banks: Patti Hook places second in kneeboarding world championships