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The years-long Cape Hatteras Lighthouse restoration project has celebrated some major milestones in the past few months, but newfound issues near the top of the tower may delay a number […] The post Cape Hatteras Lighthouse restoration progressing, but newfound issues may cause delays appeared first on Island Free Press.

Renowned British archaeologist Dr. Mark Horton and island native Scott Dawson have been teaming up to conduct archeological digs in Buxton and Frisco for years. Home of the friendly Croatoan […] The post ‘Smoking gun’ evidence of Lost Colony’s relocation to Hatteras Island makes international news appeared first on Island Free Press.

The William B. Umstead Bridge in Dare County, locally known as the Old Manns Harbor Bridge, will reopen to traffic before the end of the day Friday. Single lane closures […] The post Old Manns Harbor Bridge to reopen to traffic Friday appeared first on Island Free Press.

The weekly Old Trent Market returns to the Frisco Woods Campground for the 2025 season on May 15, and the market will be held every Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until […] The post Weekly Old Trent Market returns to Frisco for the 2025 season starting May 15 appeared first on Island Free Press.

Outer Banks Health (OBH), in partnership with Dare County Department of Health & Human Services (DC-DHHS), introduces Thrive OBX, a cultural movement designed to inspire Outer Banks residents and visitors to […] The post Dare County and Outer Banks Health team up to launch Thrive OBX appeared first on Island Free Press.

The Outer Banks Association of REALTORS® (OBAR) led local efforts this April to recognize National Fair Housing Month, which marks the anniversary of the 1968 passage of the Fair Housing […] The post Outer Banks Association of REALTORS® champions National Fair Housing Month appeared first on Island Free Press.

Rain or shine, visitors are welcome to explore a range of local artists and craftsmen at the monthly Lighthouse Arts & Crafts shows at the Family Life Center in Buxton. […] The post Lighthouse Arts & Crafts Shows held every month in Buxton appeared first on Island Free Press.

The Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce recently added its organization to a growing list of stakeholders that are voicing opposition to a state bill that aims to add or increase […] The post Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce voices opposition to adding, increasing ferry tolls appeared first on Island Free Press.

Meet the Outer Banks SPCA pet of the week, courtesy of their latest video produced by Dare County’s CURRENT TV. For more information on this pet, and the many other […] The post Meet the Outer Banks SPCA Pet of the Week, Mitzi appeared first on Island Free Press.

As peak travel season on the Outer Banks approaches, N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) crews will change speed limit signs May 15 to reflect lower speed limits along sections of […] The post N.C. Highway 12 returns to seasonal speed limits on Thursday appeared first on Island Free Press.