Observer staff report
As the fall season ends, a host of skeletons are out and about in yards all around Ocracoke Island, and they played a big part in decorations this year.
Also, witches, ghosts and lots of pumpkins.
Judging for the Ocracoke Civic & Business Association Halloween Decorating Contest was held the evening of Oct. 26.
The judges, who are anonymous, said they had some tough deliberations.
“People did a good job,” said one judge. “There were a lot of strong contenders, and we thank everyone for their efforts.”
The following were the winners and honorable mentions:
The following were given honorable mentions.

