South Atlantic Fishery Management Council meeting this week in Kitty Hawk
From SamWalkerOBXNews.com The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council has convened for a weeklong session in Kitty Hawk, where members are expected to take action on…
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Candidate filing for 2026 elections as of Dec. 8
From SamWalkerOBXNews.com Candidate filing for the 2026 elections in North Carolina began on Monday, with contested races starting to take shape in the three Outer…
Inland areas may see some snow, but it’s all rain for the Outer Banks on Monday
From SamWalkerOBXNews.com A fast-moving storm system will bring rain, strong northeast winds and a short burst of colder air to the Outer Banks and northeastern…
NOAA reopens public comment on seafood regulatory reform through Dec. 15
From SamWalkerOBXNews.com NOAA Fisheries has reopened the public comment period on a wide-ranging federal effort to streamline fishery regulations, strengthen seafood competitiveness and identify new…
Heavy rain, coastal flooding along parts of Outer Banks possible Tuesday from developing storm
From SamWalkerOBXNews.com The Outer Banks and northeastern North Carolina is expected to see heavy rain, gusty winds and the potential for coastal flooding as a…
Dare commissioners to finalize $5M for debris collection funding at monthly meeting on Monday
From SamWalkerOBXNews.com The Dare County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday with a full agenda that includes budget adjustment actions, a presentation from Dare Early…
NCDMV releases 2026–2030 strategic plan aimed at overhauling customer service
From SamWalkerOBXNews.com The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles on Tuesday released a sweeping 2026–2030 Strategic Plan that officials say will guide the agency through…
Dare County launches Volunteer OBX portal, invites nonprofits and local agencies to enroll
From SamWalkerOBXNews.com Dare County nonprofits and government agencies are being encouraged to register for a new online volunteer platform that officials say will streamline recruitment,…
Dare school leaders detail new safety measures as Manteo Elementary parents press for answers
From SamWalkerOBXNews.com Dare County school leaders pledged major, immediate security reforms Tuesday night as parents packed a special Board of Education meeting demanding accountability following…
Dare school board to hold special meeting Tuesday to address school safety issues
From SamWalkerOBXnews.com The Dare County Board of Education will hold a special meeting Tuesday evening to address school safety and hear public comment, following a…