Posts by Russ Lay


Tourism income looking decent, even on Hatteras

Fueled in part by an early Easter this year, a financial recap for the first quarter provided by Dare County’s Tourism Board was mostly positive.
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Tourism board told grant denial flouts free speech

Most of the time, Dare County Tourism Board meetings are fairly subdued. But last week, the board was challenged on whether its denial of a grant was driven by political views the county opposes. At the center of the dispute was an $11,300 Tourism Assistance Grant (TAG) request from organizers of Wings over Water (WOW), Read More…


Catch a good meal at Armstrong’s

For the same price as a fast food meal, you’ll get real seafood in ample portions at Armstrong’s Seafood in Nags Head.


Reward increased for fugitive Luis Rodriguez

Dare County Crime Line has announced that the reward for information leading to the apprehension of Luis Alberto Rodriguez has been raised to $2,000.
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Forum focuses on pending flood insurance changes

Proposed changes in the National Flood Insurance Program and their potential impact on the Outer Banks have been a hot topic locally for Realtors and builders alike.
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Gamefish legislation: Control or conservation?

Bill aims for economic benefits Legislation introduced in the N.C. House several weeks ago has saltwater recreational anglers cheering while in-shore commercial fishermen are booing the solons in Raleigh. full story » In this edition of The Voice we have printed a letter submitted to media outlets by Stephen Ammons on behalf of Rip Woodin Read More…


Joe Lamb Jr. Realty celebrates 45 years on OBX

In 45 years, the company has grown to include more than 550 vacation rentals, rental management services as well as real estate sales and listings.
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Coca-Cola seeks summer job applicants

If you live or plan on spending time at the beach this time of year and would like to earn some money during the summer, this might be the opportunity for you.
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Dare budget request would hike tax rate 3.25 cents

Dare County property taxes will rise by a net 3.25 cents if commissioners adopt the budget proposal submitted Monday by County Manager Bobby Outten.
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Koru Village named Small Business of the Year

Koru Village was named Outer Banks Small Business of the Year at the Small Business Week Celebration Luncheon on Wednesday, May 8 at the Duck Woods Country Club.
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Southern Shores Realty adds new talent

Terry Moore and Robert Kissell Jr. have joined Southern Shores Realty as Internet marketing specialists as part of the company’s current expansion.
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Rachel Patrick joins Sun Realty staff

Patrick will be helping rental property owners with upgrading their homes, and her services will include furniture and appliance selection, fcustom room design, and green project ideas.
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