Articles

The Family Traditions of Joe Lamb, Jr. & Associates

By Leah Wingenroth
The road to Joe Lamb, Jr. & Associates’ half-century of success began with simple goals and a deep desire to keep family close to the heart of the operation. Over the years, what were once humble beginnings within the walls of a small Nags Head office have expanded and blossomed into a formidable presence in the... Read More

The Coolest Shop on Hatteras Island

By Michelle Wagner
If you are looking for an authentic Hatteras Island experience while enjoying a deliciously sweet treat, be sure to head to Cups and Cones, Avon’s favorite mom-and-pop ice cream shop that has been locally owned and operated since 2008. There simply is no better spot to take the family to enjoy their favorite ice... Read More

A Taste of Island Life

By Michelle Wagner
If you are looking for a traditional Outer Banks restaurant with elevated and modern offerings, look no further than the iconic Froggy Dog Restaurant in the heart of Avon. With its eclectic food and drink options that use only the freshest ingredients, lively nightlife scene, special wine events and welcoming staff,... Read More

Learn, Create, Caffeinate

By Heather Frese
At Studio 12 in Avon, Dawn Eskins has created a happy place where people of all ages and walks of life can learn about art and create their own pieces in a variety of mediums, all while enjoying coffee, tea and refreshments. If you’re a longtime visitor to Hatteras Island, you may remember Studio 12’s original owner... Read More

Flocking to the Duck Jazz Festival

By Laura Martier
Created as a small community event 15 years ago to draw people to Duck in the shoulder season, the Duck Jazz Festival has grown into a world-class, internationally renowned jazz festival that welcomed more than 7,000 attendees in 2023. Kay Nickens, public information and events director for the Town of Duck, is using... Read More