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Bringing Your Dog to the Beach

By Sarah Pritchard
Your dog is your best friend and you take him everywhere you go. Of course you want him with you to run and play at the beach. He can enjoy the ocean breeze, dig in the sand and splash in the ocean waves. But before you take your four-legged friend with you, you should know that some Outer Banks towns are more dog... Read More

Discover the Sound Side

By Molly Harrison
There are two sides to every coin, and the Outer Banks is no exception. On one side of the barrier islands is the deep, majestic Atlantic Ocean with its salty flavor and moody waves and currents. One day it can be as calm as a lamb, and the next it can be as wild and roaring as a lion. On the other side of the... Read More

Corolla Ghost Stories from Norris Austin

By Editorial Staff
Until he passed away in 2017, Norris Austin was the oldest living Corolla native. His grew up in Corolla and lived there almost all of his life. Like his father before him, he was the postmaster of Corolla for years. Austin had a great memory and a gift for telling stories. Here are a few of the stories he told about... Read More

Say It Like a Local

By Molly Harrison
Locals get a good chuckle when a visitor mispronounces an Outer Banks place name, but honestly, we all have to admit that some of the place names on the Outer Banks are a little strange and difficult to pronounce. How are you supposed to know that Corolla is not pronounced like the car made by Toyota? If you’re... Read More

Stay Safe on the Outer Banks

By Molly Harrison
You’re here and you’re happy-go-lucky, but while you’re out having fun, keep these few things in mind to ensure that you have a relaxed and safe vacation. Driving Safety With only a few main roads to keep track of and water always within sight to help you get your bearings, it’s extremely easy to get around on the... Read More