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Cape Lookout Light, Prototype For All Outer Banks LighthousesCape Hatteras IOcracoke Light I Bodie Island Lighthouse, Part of the Cape Hatteras National SeashoreCurrituck Light I
Coast Guard Gives Up Search for Man Missing in Alligator River
Man Vanishes into Alligator River After Boat Sinks
The US Coast Guard reports there were 2 men aboard a boat crabbing when it sank in the Alligator River near the entrance to the Albemarle Sound. One man was able to swim to shore, however the other man described as 32 years old vanished near the boat.
Dare County Gets Tough with Locals Over Collection of Ambulance
Fees; EyeOnDare Reports $122,735.28 in Ambulance Fees were Written
Off for local residents in 2010, Compared to Just $5,251.32 in 2011
Speed Limit Drops to 45 MPH on Sections of U.S. 158 Bypass
in Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head; Fatal Accident at Intersection
of
Ocean Bay Boulevard, Colington Road, and US 158 Cited
In addition to the new lower speed limits on US 158, a new speed limit of 35 mph has been posted for Colington Road from the US 158 intersection & a new speed limit of 35 mph has been posted along Duck Road or NC 12 from Sandy Ridge Road to the Currituck/Dare line.
Outer Banks Locals Talk About the Good & Bad Coming from
the Opening of the New Lowe’s Center in Kill Devil Hills....
Second Dare County Sound Side Beach Hit with
Swimming Advisory Due to High Bacteria Levels
The new advisory affects waters at the Jockey’s Ridge sound-side access in Nags Head. Test results taken on May 15 showed levels of Enterococci Bacteriaindicate exceeded state and federal action levels of 104 per 100 milliliters of water for Tier 1 high usage sites. Swimming areas are classified based on recreational use and are referred to as tiers.
On May 9, the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources issued a bacteria advisory for sound waters located at the end of Colington Drive in the town of Kill Devil Hills. That advisory is still in effect.
Enterococci, the bacteria group used for testing, are found in the intestines of warm-blooded animals. While it does not cause illness, scientific studies indicate that enterococci may indicate the presence of other disease-causing organisms. People swimming or playing in waters with bacteria levels higher than the action level have an increased risk of developing gastrointestinal illness or skin infections.

This advisory is not a beach closing, and the advisory does not affect the entire Nags Head area. Swimming advisories affect water within 200 feet of the sign. The sign posted reads as follows:

ATTENTION
SWIMMING IN THIS AREA IS NOT RECOMMENDED. BACTERIA TESTING INDICATES LEVELS OF CONTAMINATION THAT MAY BE HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH. THIS ADVISORY AFFECTS WATERS WITHIN 200’ OF THIS SIGN. OFFICE OF THE STATE HEALTH DIRECTOR
Renowned Yogi David Williams to Host Series of
Ashtanga Yoga Workshops on the Outer Banks

David Williams, the first non-Indian to be taught the complete Ashtanga Yoga system directly from the late K. Pattabhi Jois in Mysore, India, will lead a rare series of workshops on the Outer Banks between May 24-27, 2012. The workshops, sponsored by the Outer Banks Ashtanga Yoga Center will be held in the Unitarian Universalist Congregation House at 831 Herbert Perry Rd. Kitty Hawk, NC. The schedule will be as follows:

Thursday, May 24...... 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
1st series practice led by David. Discussion of how David thinks Ashtanga Yoga should be taught and practiced, based on his 40 years of daily practice and teaching
Friday, May 25..... 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
In depth 1st series practice, with thorough explanations of every step.
Saturday, May 26...10:00 am - 12:00 pm
1st series practice, with less interruption by David's commentary.
Saturday, May 26... 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
History of Yoga, description and history of Ashtanga Yoga, David's travels and adventures in Yoga, and his
bringing Ashtanga Yoga to America and its eventual spread to the entire world. Introduction and practice
of the Ashtanga yoga pranayama, as taught by Pattabhi Jois.
Sunday, May 27..... 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
An introduction to 2nd series in a way that everyone at all levels can try and enjoy. 2nd session of the
Ashtanga yoga pranayama led by David.
David Williams has been practicing yoga daily without interruption since 1971 and is responsible for teaching the Ashtanga Yoga system to many of today's leading teachers and practitioners, including David Swenson, Doug Swenson, Danny Paradise, Bryan Kest, Jonny Kest, Tracy Rich, Chuck Miller, and Maty Ezraty.
David Williams is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He has lived on the island of Maui, Hawaii since l976 and teaches private, individual, or group classes by appointment. To reserve a spot or find out more information call the Ashtanga Yoga Center at 252-202-0345 or see workshop Flyer
Also check U Tube video of David Williams talking about his journey to Yoga
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Kitty Hawk Property Owner with Internet Gambling
Submits Application to Town for Text Amendment
The Kitty Hawk Town Manager's Newsletter reports that a Public hearing on the matter is possible by August; Town manager cites that based on the Town’s historical policy, anyone who has submitted an application for a text amendment can operate in violation of ordinances until the text amendment is approved or disapproved.
Public Intoxication Dominates Latest Town of Duck Police Blotter

The Duck Police Department reported handling 156 calls Requiring Response during the week of May 7th - May 13th. During that time period, 2 Arrests were made and 13 citations were issued.
The following events were listed in the report as "incidents of interest":
Arrest/Breaking & Entering – 113 Halyard Court Intoxicated male entered residence without permission. Subject arrested for Breaking & Entering;
DWI Arrest
– 1223 Duck Road, Subject arrested for Driving While Intoxicated;
Citations – 118 Block of East Charles Jenkins Three subjects cited for underage drinking. see complete blotter report

US Coast Guard Medevacs 23-year-old Man in Distress from
the Merchant Ship Norfolk Express 30 miles east of Kitty Hawk
Man Arrested for Domestic Assault in Buxton
Daniel Franklin, 36, of Buxton has been was arrested and charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Inflicting Serious Injury after a Domestic Assault on Hatteras Island.
Outer Banks Sporting Events Recognizes Kill Devil Hills Town Volunteers

Photo Credit: Owen Hassell
Outer Banks Sporting Events recognized Kill Devil Hills town volunteers who helped stage the inaugural Storm the Beach, Not Just a 5K. During a presentation at a Kill Devil Hills Board of Commissioners meeting, OBSE Event Director Jim Snyder (left) presented KDH Ocean Rescue's T-Mike Morrison (middle) and Dave Elder with a personalized award for their help in the obstacle course run set on the beach. T-Mike and Dave were instrumental in preparing the beach area for the inaugural event; their expertise and many hours of effort were essential to the success of this particular event. OBSE also presented the Town of Kill Devil Hills with an award of appreciation acknowledging its strong support for the event.
All net proceeds from Outer Banks Sporting Events support the Dare Education Foundation and the Outer Banks Relief Foundation.
Diane Van Daren 52, Mother of three from Sedalia,
Colorado Seeking Record Breaking Pace Hiking the
1,000-mile Mountains to Sea Trail to the Outer Banks
Daren began her journey On Thursday, May 10th from Clingmans Dome in the Great Smokey National Park and hopes to arrive on the Outer Banks on May 30. If successful, the 21 day trek would break the present record set by Matt Kirk in 2011 of 24 days, 3 hours and 50 minutes.
COUTURE BY THE SHORE DEEMED AN OUTSTANDING
SUCCESS IN RAISING FUNDS FOR OUTER BANKS RELIEF

Kim Reese from Plum Crazy
On April 28 fashion and fundraising combined to present Couture By The Shore, the spring fashion event at Kelly’s Restaurant in Nags Head. Models from 11 Outer Banks Boutiques strutted the runway in the latest looks in clothing, hair, and makeup. Participating retailers were Amity, Birthday Suits, Charlottes, French Door, Grays, Jewelry By Gail, Lady Victorian, Luxury, Plum Crazy, Sun Shack, and Whalebone Surf Shop. Hair and makeup was done by Hairoics Salon & Spa. Guests bid on an array of silent auction items, including a trip to Vail, Colorado. Kelly’s served a delicious lunch, and everyone agreed it was a fabulous and fun event for a deserving local charity. Proceeds well exceeded past years, and benefit the Outer Banks Relief Foundation, a local non-profit which assists local families in need and those with debilitating disease. For more information visit outerbanksrelieffoundation.com.

The committee wishes to thank all of the sponsors of the event:. Towne Bank, Awful Arthur's, Coldwell Banker Realty, Waldt Construction, Seaside Physical Therapy, Joan and Doug Brindley, Albemarle Carpet Cleaning, Pirates Cove Realty, Sharp Michael and Graham, Outer Banks Wedding Assn, GR Little, OBX Hospital, And Beachmart.


Special thanks for their time, treasure, and talent go to Kelly’s, Hairoics, Bells & Whistles, GCP Design & Marketing, Metro Rentals, Jessie Mac Designs, David Miller, Chris Whitehurst, Island Xpertees, Saga, Access Design, Professional Flooring, City Beverage, Whitecap Linens, DJ Marshall/B Fresh Entertainment, Island Limousine, Julie Dreelin, Karen Frye, and Kelly Ballard. All involved are looking forward to Couture By the Shore 2013!
Woman Joins 2 Men in Earning Fishing Citations
on Mother's Day Charter Boat Fishing Outing
.....
Brenda Moyer joined 2 men in earning fishing citations for Bigeye Tuna catches on Mothers Day while fishing aboard the charter boat Obsession out of Pirate's Cove Marina. Moyer picked up the citation for her 137 pound Bigeye, joining Randy Hanzlik with his 162 pounder and Brent Nase's 181 pound Bigeye all on the same fishing journey
New Regulations Allowing Night Time Hunting of Coyotes
& Swine in North Carolina Opposed by Red Wolf Coalition
The issue is scheduled to be looked at by Rules Review Commission on 21 June 2012 and expected to be voted on during the State Legislature's January 2013 session.
First Flight High School Golf Team Defeats Currituck by 12 Strokes
Senior Nighthawk Zachary Robins shot an even par 72
National Park Service on Ocracoke Island Issues Warnings to
10 drivers for Failure to Purchase Off Road Vehicle Permits
Another 6 drivers were issued warnings for speeding, on the beach and highway.
Researchers Tracking Manta Rays Along Atlantic Coast
Manta Rays with wing spans of 25 feet have been reported
Dredge Opens Hatteras Inlet Allowing Supplies
to Flow to Remote Ocracoke Island................
New York Times Picks Up Story on Troubled Corolla
Wild Horse Herd, Reporting Horses are Under Threat of
Genetic Collapse Due to Too Much Inbreeding
Supporters of the Corolla wild horses were reported to have powerful friends in the US Congress. Supporters want to increase the herd by importing of new mares from Shackleford Banks to bring fresh genes to the herd, however these plans compete with the Currituck National Wildlife Refuge's and other wildlife organizations beliefs that the herd's current size is straining the ecosystem and increasing the herd size would take away nesting areas for endangered sea turtles and birds.
New $16 Million Ferry Boat Making Runs
to Ocracoke Island Causing Controversy
The new ferry boat "Sea Level" features a state of the art bridge and spacious decks that can carry up to 50 cars and more than 300 people per trip. However the ship's price tag is $13 million more than the entire ferry budget
Melody Cuthrell Named Kitty Hawk Elementary
School 2012 Teacher of the Year..................
Police Report Reveals Ocracoke Island was
Virtually Crimeless During Week of May 9th
Hyde County authorities report they only wrote 1 "DWI" citation for the week and that was to a female visitor who was caught driving around the Island in a golf cart under the influence of alcohol
Kill Devil Hills Police Seeking Man Seen Stealing
Metal from Construction Site in Kill Devil Hills
The Kill Devil Hills Police Website reports that on April 17, 2012 at 8:30 a.m. white male with dark brown hair driving a pickup truck was seen driving off with approximately $1,400 in metal stolen from a construction site in the 1100 block of Cambridge Avenue. The vevicle was described as a red Chevy pickup with a regular cab, large offset tires, loud exhaust, and a large Washington Redskins sticker on the rear window.
New 220-foot long Ferry Boat "Sea Level" Enters Service to Supply,
Ferry Passengers & Vehicles to Ocracoke Island from Cedar Island & Swan
Quarter; Ship Capable of Carrying 50 Vehicles and 300 Passengers
Swan Quarter has become the major supply point for Ocracoke Island after dangerous Shoaling in Hatteras Inlet interrupted Ferry Service from Hatteras Island more on this story
Out of State Tourists Threaten to Boycot Outer Banks Due
to State's Passage of Constitutional Marriage Amendment
Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce reports receiving calls & e-mails from regular visitors stating they have made their last trip to the state because of the passage of the admendment that defines marriage between one man and one woman as the only valid domestic legal union in North Carolina.
Reconstructed Hut, Roanoke Island, North CarolinaEnglish Colonists Landing on Roanoke Island, 1587Richard Grenville Attacking a Native American Village, Roanoke IslandInhabitants of Roanoke Island Stage an Annual Play, the Lost ColonyRoanoke Island, North Carolina - The Lost Colony Replication, Indian Scenes
Currituck Criminal Activity Report, May1st - 8th
On May 8, Angela Rose Osullivan, 29, of the 100 block of North River Drive, Jarvisburg, was arrested and charged with breaking and entering a vehicle, felony larceny, and theft of financial transaction card.
Also on May 8, Vicki Lynn Gray, 45, of the 700 block of Hilda Pine Drive, Chesapeake, Va., was arrested and charged with five counts of larceny by employee. .source..Daily Advance
OBX Lacrosse: Cardinal Gibbons Crusaders Overwhelm
First Flight High School Night Hawks Lacrosse Team 17-1
Coast Guard Tows 40-foot Fishing vessel "Provider II" After
becoming Disabled & Drifting 60 Miles East of Cape Fear...
Former Manteo High School Football Quarterback Emanuel Davis to Try
Out for a Spot on the Cleveland Browns Professional Football Team..
Manteo High School Girls Softball Team Crushes First Flight 11-3
Outer Banks Hospital Hosting Free
Skin Cancer Screening Event.......
"The Outer Banks Hospital is hosting a free Skin Cancer Screening on Friday, May 18 from 10:00 am - 2:00 PM. If you have a spot or a mole that concerns you let Dr. Demetri Poulis or Dr. Timothy Cloninger take a look. Call 449-4500 to schedule your 15 minute appointment. Healthy snacks, skin cancer prevention information and sunscreen samples included. Start the summer with peace of mind, a clean bill of skin health and a renewed commitment to sun safety."
Remote Ocracoke Islanders Overwhelming Reject State
Constitutional Marriage Amendment by Margin of 211 to 107 &
Demonstrate Strong Support for President Obama's Re-Election
In the presidential section, Barack Obama shows surprising strength on the Island, crushing Mitt Romney by a Vote of 188 to 23..see complete Ocracoke Island election results
Dare County Narrowly Rejects Constitutional Marriage
Amendment by Margin of 3,845 to 3,698................
See Complete Dare County Election Results
Currituck County Voters Overwhelming Support Constitutional
Marriage Amendment by Margin of 2621 to 1245...............
See Complete Currituck County Election Results
North Carolina Voters Overwhelming Pass Constitutional
Marriage Amendment by 1,303,952 to 831,788 Votes
See Complete State Election Results
Marijuana Bust, Multiple Home & Vehicle Break-Ins &
Larcenies Keeps Dare County Sheriff's Office Busy
on Hatteras Island between April 20 to May 7........
April 19, 2012: Traffic stop led to Traffic violations and Misdemeanor Marijuana Charges in Avon at NC12 and Wahoo Circle
April 21, 2012: Breaking, Entering and Larceny at rental house in Avon on Ocean View Dr, 2 televisions, mounting hardware and watch stolen
April 22, 2012: Attempted Breaking and Entering at a home in Buxton on Buxton Back Rd, no entry made, damage to window
April 24, 2012: Misdemeanor Breaking and Entering reported at home in Waves on the 25000 Block of NC12, nothing stolen or damaged
April 25, 2012: Breaking and Entering, Larceny to auto in Buxton on 46000 Block of NC12, car stereo equipment stolen
April 29, 2012: Breaking, Entering and Larceny to auto ,Buxton on the 47000 Block of NC12, personal and fishing items taken Larceny in Buxton on the 47000 Block of NC12, fishing gear stolen
April 30, 2012: Larceny in Buxton on Old Lighthouse Rd, Fishing gear stolen
Larceny in Buxton on Old Lighthouse Rd, Fishing gear stolen
Breaking and Entering to rental cottage in Salvo on Bluebeard Rd, Nothing stolen
May 1, 2012: Breaking, Entering and Larceny to auto Buxton on Diamond Shoals Dr, personal items stolen, Obtaining property by fraud, Avon, at a Business location
May 2, 2012: Larceny in Buxton on the 46000 of NC12, Fishing Gear taken
May 3, 2012: Obtaining property by fraud, Hatteras on Islington Ct
May 4,2012: Breaking, Entering and Larceny at residence in Frisco on Kings Point pt, Firearms and jewelry taken
May 5, 2012: Breaking, Entering and Larceny to auto in Buxton on Oramar Dr, personal items stolen
May 6, 2012: B/E auto in Buxton on Cape Point Way, personal items stolen B/E auto in Buxton on Flowers Ridge Rd, personal items stolen B/E auto in Buxton on Thompson Midgett Rd, personal items stolen
Source: Dare County Facebook Page
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Vehicle Stolen from Manteo Street
Manteo Police report that a 2003 4-door Hyundai Santa Fe was stolen from the 400 block of Devon St in Manteo sometime between between 12:00 pm on Sunday May 6th & 8:00 am on Monday May 7th. The Santa Fe was described as Black with a roof rack & Appalachian State sticker on the back windshield. Call Dare County Crime Line with information: 800-745-2746
Killer Dunes 2-Miler and Liberty Sands Fun Run
Set for July 4, 2012 8:30 a.m. in Nags Head
Run the dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park on Independence Day! It’s all about true American grit. The Killer Dunes 2-Miler and Liberty Sands Fun Run is a race on the tallest natural sand dune system in the eastern United States.

Whether you run, walk or climb, you’ll revel in the sense of accomplishment for conquering the 2 toughest miles on the Outer Banks. How tough is it? We do not call it Killer Dunes for nothing!

And for the younger crowd or those in training, we have the ¼-mile Liberty Sands Fun Run! 

Proceeds of the run benefit the Friends of Jockey’s Ridge, the volunteer organization that works to preserve Jockey’s Ridge State Park. And we remember those who serve so we can run free by also supporting the USO Phone Home program, keeping our troops in touch with their families. When miles apart, hearing the voice of loved ones means the world!

Killer Dunes costs $30 for adults, $25 for U.S. Active Duty and veterans, $25 for Outer Banks Running Club members and $20 for youth under age 18. The Liberty Sands Fun Run costs $5.

Deadline to guarantee a shirt is midnight on June 20. This even often sells out in advance so register early. Awards will be given to the overall finisher and the top 3 males and females.

Race: Killer Dunes 2 Miler and Liberty Sands Fun Run Date: Independence Day, July 4, 2012 Time: 8:30 am
Location: Jockey’s Ridge State Park Address: MP 12 U.S. Highway 158 /Carolista Drive
City: Nags Head, NC See Web Site

First Flight Night Hawks Baseball Team
Beats Manteo Redskins 6 - 1..........
Parker Kelly scores 2 runs & Chance DuCharme Bats in two for the Night Hawks
US Coast Guard Issues Warning to Boats Transiting Hatteras
Inlet: Reports that Shoaling on Both Sides of
Waterway is Narrowing Inlet, Causing Ships to Run Aground
Hatteras Ferry Boat Suspends Operations Stranding
Visitors & Residents on Ocracoke & Hatteras Islands;
Channel Reported too Narrow & Shallow for Crossings
Dare County Government Financial Woes Creating Tension
for County's EMS Workers; Presently Under Staffed &
Relying on Over Time; County Threatens Overtime Money
British Researchers Believe the Mystery of the Lost Colony
on Roanoke Island May be Solved by 400 Year Old Map
 

British Museum
British Museum officials report a 425-year-old map in their possession may hold the clue to the fate of the Lost Colony settlers who disappeared from Roanoke Island in the late 16th century. They believe the map, drawn by explorer John White in the 1580s shows the covered-up image of a fort at the fork of the Chowan and Roanoke rivers in present day Bertie County supporting the explorer's writings that said the colony planned to move 50 miles inland. The site in question is Scotch Hall Preserve, containing a golf course and residential community just across the Albemarle Sound from Edenton. The 425 year old map has been in the British Museum since 1866.

British Museum
High School Baseball Scores
Manteo Redskins Beat Conference Foe Plymouth Vikings 5-3
Northeastern Eagles Defeat First Flight Night Hawks 8 - 5
Matt Conway bat .667 for the Night Hawks, getting 2 hits and 2 runs batted in with only 3 times at bat in the losing effort.
Plymouth Vikings Girls Softball Team Over Manteo Redskins 9 - 1
Tony Farley of Springfield Ohio is So Mad about the "The Andy
Griffith Show" & Mayberry that He Has Respectfully Written to
Manteo Resident Andy Griffith 10 Times Seeking His Autograph
Farley, who has created his own website about the show says he just "wants an autograph from a guy whose most famous role — a persona fried into our consciousness like a basket full of Aunt Bee’s chicken on a Sunday after church — has led us to believe he’d be a great neighbor." read more and watch his video
Suspect in 1997 Oregon Murder Arrested in Wanchese
Samuel Lee Etheridge 46, a resident of Wanchese has been arrested by Dare County authorities after Oregon authorities issued a warrant for Etheridge as the prime suspect in the 1997 stabbing murder of John Frederick Phillips 59, in Portland Oregon.
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