Articles

Functional Beauty

By Katy Shultz
How often can you find a perfect piece of art that is functional too? Is there such a thing? At Alice’s Craft Gallery there is!Her collections range from handcrafted jewelry, fused glass, pottery and collectibles to wind chimes and cutting boards. Imagine your home filled with art that you can use, admire or wear all... Read More

With Love, The Mystic Jewel

By Amelia Boldaji
If sisters Christine and Cortney Davidson, co-owners of The Mystic Jewel, were to write an open letter to all the friends and loyal customers they’ve developed since they first opened their doors on the Outer Banks in 2004, it would likely be very lengthy. That’s because the Davidsons, who started their small family... Read More

A Stroll Through Duck

By Lexi Holian
Those familiar with Duck already know that the best way to get around this quaint town is on foot or bike. Multi-use paths, numerous crosswalks and a soundside boardwalk cater to the pedestrian by making it easy to get anywhere in town, and a great incentive of walking is the many sights along the way. Here are the... Read More

A Legacy of Firsts

By Heather Frese
From the first English child born in the colonies to the first powered flight and the first national seashore, the Outer Banks is an area known for its historic beginnings. In 1937, Hatteras Village native Ernal Foster pioneered the industry of sportfishing. Commercial fishing was common on Hatteras in those days, but... Read More

Corolla Bob

By Katy Shultz
Tucked away in a small corner office, somewhere in the quiet beach town called Corolla, is the wild horse enigma of the Outer Banks and his loyal and trusty sidekick, Hershey the dog. Some folks know him as Corolla Bob. This larger than life purveyor of wild horse tours is none other than Bob White, owner and operator... Read More