Edmund Ruffin was a walking contradiction. Ruffin was a wealthy Virginia plantation and slaveowner, and an outspoken and uncompromising proponent of states rights. When he learned of Lee’s surrender at Appomattox Courthouse ending the Civil War, he committed suicide rather than live under the rule of the federal government. He …
Now in its 80th season, the production of The Lost Colony is a remarkable tale of its own. First staged in 1937, the play was a part of the nation’s battle against the Great Depression. Waterside Theatre, where the play is still performed, was built with funds from the Civilian …
In the quest to ensure that our CDR guests have the best information available when visiting the Outer Banks, we stopped by the just opened H2OBX in Powells Point to try some of the rides and make sure they meet our high standards of fun! H2OBX is geared toward families, …
Photos courtesy of the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau Life on a sandbar can be pretty interesting at times. And that’s what the Outer Banks essentially are—giant sandbars. There isn’t anything that really anchors them in place. Humans have done a remarkable good job of stabilizing them, but it’s still a …
Restaurant Happenings Summer is coming to the Outer Banks and it’s sort of a tradition that new restaurants open up, and one or two move. This year—2017, is no exception, and some of the restaurant moves and openings are really exciting! We think some our better-known eateries will have a …
Summer and our spectacular weather is coming to the Outer Banks, and that wonderful weather should last well into October. That means, of course, that it’s time to get outside and enjoy some of the best features of local life! As things get busier, live music becomes a big part …
Some time ago, if you were traveling along the bypass in Nags Head, you would have passed Dowdy’s Amusement Park. It was a small family-run park that included a ferris wheel, bumper cars, a wooden roller coaster, and arcade, the perfect place to take the kids for an hour or …
Standing in silhouette against the horizon or playing in the surf on a hot day, the Colonial Spanish Mustangs that roam Carova area have sparked the imaginations of thousands of visitors to the Outer Banks. Because they are not native to North America, they are considered feral animals by wildlife …
Roanoke Island Roanoke Island is where the historic town of Manteo is located, and that’s a great place to start a tour of the island. Be sure to turn right at the intersection of NC 345 and US 64. Going straight will lead to Raleigh in three hours or so. …
Most people don’t know who Harry Schiffman is, but almost everyone who lives in or visits the Outer Banks has seen the results of his efforts. Harry has been instrumental in keeping Oregon Inlet open. There have been more task forces, working committees, and hearings on how to keep Oregon …
