Articles
The Coolest Shop on Hatteras Island
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
How to Have a Healthy Summer
Gina Elko’s journey from extinguishing fires as part of the Nags Head Fire Department to selling hemp as the owner at House of Hemp OBX is not just a career transition; it’s a narrative of resilience, discovery and empowerment in personal health.
Originally from Maryland, Gina’s firefighting career spanned more than... Read More
A Taste of Island Life
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
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
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