Outer Banks folk prep for the unknown
Reprinted by permission from the Coastal Review Online
03/27/2020 By Catherine Kozak
On the Outer Banks, daily life feels almost like the familiar suspension of normality...
Cooper announces statewide stay-at-home order until April 29
RALEIGH— In another step to slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, Gov. Roy Cooper ordered people in the state of North Carolina to...
Hyde County Health says no coronavirus cases in the county
As of 10 a.m. today (March 27), Hyde County has NO confirmed cases of the virus, the Hyde County Health Department said in a press...
Ocracoke rebuilds while under COVID-19 quarantine
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By Connie Leinbach
Ocracoke continues to rebuild from the devastating Hurricane Dorian damage more than...
Ocracoke Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament canceled
By Peter Vankevich
Not that it was unexpected, but it’s sad, nevertheless. Woody Billings announced on Tuesday that the 37th Annual Ocracoke Invitational Surf Fishing...
Dare County reports first COVID-19 case; state reports two deaths
From our news sources
Although Dare County Department of Health and Human Services announced today (Wednesday) its first positive case of COVID-19, this case will...
Hyde County manager urges residents to stay vigilant, calm
Hyde County Manager Kris Cahoon Noble at 5 p.m. today issued the following on COVID-19:
Stay calm but remain vigilant to stop the spread of...
Hyde County restricts some off-island property owners; state extends school closings...
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From our news sources; 4:07 p.m.
The Hyde County Board of Commissioners today amended the State...
Ocracoke Variety Store adopts new shopping option
By Peter Vankevich
With the COVID-19 pandemic well underway, vital services such as grocery stores are taking steps to help ensure the safety of both...
Why would the Ocracoke Observer cover COVID-19?
The Ocracoke Observer is news service that focuses on news and topics of interest to the Ocracoke Island community, Hyde County, our eastern region...