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Bustling Repair Shop Has a Flavor All Its Own
Predictable sounds emanate from most repair shops. The shrill clank of a tool hi...
Another Brick in the Wall
Historic Currituck Beach Lighthouse gets much-needed facelift By Steve Hanf / Th...
THE WAVE FUNCTION PROJECT: A Place to Belong
For most children, when the last day of school is over, they leave knowing that ...
Discovering Jockey’s Ridge Anew
What began as a visit to see the park’s new accessible boardwalk became an eye-o...
Upcoming Happenings: Fall 2026
Many locals consider fall the Outer Banks’ best season, offering fewer crowds, c...
Festive Fun On Tap Again at Christmas Bars Across the OBX
It’s going to be a long December for any Scrooges on the Outer Banks. With festi...
Taking It Outside
How outdoor dining brought new life to the Outer Banks restaurant scene. By Ann ...
FROM 1 to 100: Dare Seniors Shine in Mr. Beast Challenge
Chuck Hester is no ordinary 100-year-old. Coastal Life established this a few ed...
Kelly Flora Crowned Northeast Regional Principal of the...
Dressing up as Albert Einstein for a schoolwide assembly is just another day on ...
Small Ride, Big Convenience
As residents and visitors seek a smaller, more efficient alternative to full-siz...
A Vision for the Future
The “go get lost and find yourself” trope is a staple of great storytelling in n...
From Firehouse to Showplace
A Historic Manteo Landmark Reimagined Story by Betsy DiJulio / Photography by Th...
Many Happy Returns
It’s Earth Day, and the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau is hosting an event to offic...
Marshall AND Gussie Collins Walkway in Manteo
ll roads lead to the Dare County Governmental Complex in Manteo. Well, at least ...
Screen-Free Summer Fun For Kids
Summer break arrives with the best of intentions. We picture long days on the be...
2027 Best of OBX Voting Toolkit
Dear Best Of OBX Participant, Were you or your business nominated in the Outer B...
A Look Back at the Blizzard of 2026
By Steve Hanf When you live on the Outer Banks, you know things. Sunburns. Surf ...
Dare County’s Early College Takes Shape
A new kind of high school is taking shape in Dare County—one built to combine th...
The Best of Outer Banks Golf
Breath-taking scenery, unexpected encounters with wildlife and enjoyable hours s...
Ben Sproul Leads Dare Education Foundation
It’s been smiles all around in the early going for Ben Sproul. By Steve Hanf / P...
