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Silent film started a long tradition

The 1921 silent film that was the genesis of “The Lost Colony” will be shown on Sunday at the Pioneer Theater.


Luxury cat builder picks Wanchese

Gunboat Co., a maker of high-end sailboats, plans to invest $1.8 million to set up shop in Wanchese Seafood Industrial Park.


Video forecast: Month of February

Jean Wiley offers her video forecast for the month of February. Click on your sign and see what might be in store for you.


Take the chill out with chowder

With the recent cold snap, Rosie’s gastronomic thoughts turned to satisfying and comforting chowders.


Astro forecast: Week of Jan. 22

Progress may feel sluggish, but this is a time of due diligence and getting clear about motivations and desires.


Pig out at Currituck BBQ Company

The search for great barbecue is never ending, but you only need to drive to Coinjock in Currituck County to find it.


‘After Dark’ series returns for 2012

All Saints Episcopal Church in Southern Shores begins its third year of offering a great cure for all ages of the winter doldrums.


Astro forecast: Week of Jan. 16

Giving form and foundation to that which fuels compassion and inspiration is strongly encouraged.


Charting the perilous channel

A ride to Oregon Inlet with the Corps of Engineers Survey Team offers a look at what it takes to keep the channel open.


Banks are finding business on OBX

With the plethora of banks on the Outer Banks, many wonder how they manage considering the state of the economy.
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Astro forecast: Week of Jan. 8

Now is the time for change, to make decisions and to initiate action. Action will have staying power.


Denying carnival was the right call

Use of the publicly owned Windmill Point property by a carnival company would create unfair competition for local businesses.