A New Trail for the Outer Banks
The state of North Carolina has declared 2023 the year of the trail, so it’s fitting that there’s a…
Outer Banks News And Views
Welcome to the Carolina Designs blog. Here you’ll find information about the Outer Banks, what’s going on, and what we hope are some entertaining posts, quizzes and articles.
Dare County GIS Maps – A different way to explore the Outer Banks
It’s not often that there’s a chance to say, “Check out this government website. It’s really cool.” But honestly,…
Lindsay C Warren Bridge (Alligator River Bridge) Replacement
Now that it’s reached retirement age, the Alligator River Bridge may finally give way to a younger, better version…
Best Selling Author Matthew Quick Debuts “We Are the Light” on Outer Banks
Matthew Quick, the bestselling author of Silver Linings Playbook, has a new book out. Living on the Outer Banks…
There’s a lot Happening on the Outer Banks
There was a time, not really all that long ago, when Labor Day came, and the Outer Banks rolled…
Aging Well — Sanctuary Vineyards Celebrates 20 Years of Winemaking
It’s a typical afternoon in the summer or even on a weekend in the off-season, and there are about…
Our Family, Its History, Their Boats | Outer Banks Boat Building
Tracing the History of Outer Banks Boatbuilding It was just after the Civil War that George Washington Creef, Sr….
The Crabby Lady Suzanne Tate
It’s possible that Suzanne Tate will never slow down. Sure at 92 years of age, her reflexes have slowed,…
Outer Banks Jug Handle Bridge Opens
The Jug Handle Bridge on Pea Island opened to traffic on Thursday (7/28/22). There was no notice saying the…
Time to Laugh — Laughing Gull Comedy Club Brings Comedians to OBX
For the Laughing Gull Comedy Club, the early signs are laughable, which in the world of comedy clubs has…