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4 days ago · James “Jimmy” Aaron Holzbauer, 59, passed away on September 15, 2024. Born in Riverside, CA, on April 15, 1965, he moved with his family as a child to Buxton, Hatteras Island, where he grew up and spent most of his adult years enjoying life.
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Nov 21, 2024 · John Patrick Canning Sr., of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 9, 1947, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Edward and Margaret Canning, John was …
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An extended period of moderate westerly winds is expected mid to late this week, which could lead elevated water levels for soundside areas from Hatteras Village to Duck, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
Buxton Civic Association begins a big push for beach stabilization
2 days ago · For Hatteras Islanders, the issues stemming from a former military base at Buxton Beach have been obvious for the past 14 months. Residents have been able to see and smell the situation on a routine basis, from the petroleum that resurfaces with heightened erosion, to the exposure of foundations, cables, and pipes that were left [...] Local News | Full Article
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Threat of minor soundside flooding along the Outer Banks this week
Nov 21, 2024 · From SamWalkerOBXNews.com The possibility of minor soundside flooding along the Outer Banks has shifted to the end of the week. After a strong cold front passes through the region early Thursday morning, winds will shift to the west. A more powerful, yet dry, cold front will roll across the region on Friday followed by strong [...] Local News | Full Article
Limited supply of 2025 Island Free Press Calendar available
Nov 14, 2024 · With the holidays just around the corner, The Island Free Press (IFP) is happy to announce that a limited supply of our 2025 IFP calendars is still available for folks who want to celebrate the beauty of Hatteras and Ocracoke Islands all year long. Our IFP readers submitted all the photos for the 12-month 2025 [...] Community News Brief | Full Article
Soundside flooding possible later this week | Island Free Press
Nov 19, 2024 · An extended period of moderate westerly winds is expected mid to late this week, which could lead elevated water levels for soundside areas from Hatteras Village to Duck, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). “At this time, we do not expect this to be a significant coastal flooding event, but we will continue to [...] Local News | Full Article
Seashore News - Island Free Press
Oct 29, 2024 · Stripped of its iconic black-and-white stripes, and encased in a tower of scaffolding, the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse is nearly unrecognizable. On the grounds bordering the tower, there are piles of intricate metal pieces that need to be repaired or replaced, including the top level landings and railings.
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Sep 1, 2024 · Some ideas to improve Hatteras Island tend to occasionally float to the surface over the years as attention ebbs and flows. The building of a new movie theater (or even a bowling alley), a new apartment housing complex, or a new hotel have all popped up sporadically into local conversations before disappearing due to languishing plans or a lack of interest.