Stan Riggs recognized for ‘Excellence in Marine Geology’
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CRO staff report
Dr. Stanley R. Riggs, distinguished research professor in East Carolina University’s department of geological sciences, was recently awarded...
Ocracoke events week of July 26 to Aug. 1–updated
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This post will be updated as more events become known.
Monday,...
Beach manners: A matter of etiquette and the law
The Outer Banks and Ocracoke are fortunate that driving on the beach is allowed. However, there are some things to observe while doing so....
Airplane flips over onto roof after landing at Ocracoke Island airport
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After landing at the Ocracoke airport at about 1:30 p.m. today, a small plane flipped over onto its roof without apparent...
N.C. commercial fishermen landed less seafood last year
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CRO staff report
Commercial fishers sold to seafood dealers nearly 20% less fish and shellfish last year, while recreational landings remained...
Two COVID-19 cases pop up in Hyde County
The Hyde County Health Department reported Friday that the county has two new COVD-19 cases, up from zero cases in the last several weeks.
“This...
Trial drone flight delivers supplies to Ocracoke
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A trial drone flight on Thursday across the inlet...
Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree set for Oct. 29 & 30; scenes from...
Blackbeard’s Pirate Jamboree will go on Oct. 29 and 30 but will not be at the 2018 level, which was the 300th anniversary of Blackbeard’s demise.
The Ocracoke Island Discovery Center opens
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Ocracoke Observer staff report
The National Park Service Visitor Center, managed by the...