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Peter Cottontail Returns to the Outer Banks

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Another holiday brings with it the promise of events and activities that let everyone celebrate in every possible form: food, sports, history, the list goes on. And you can count on Easter being no exception. Over these next few days, particularly this weekend, you’ll find events offering Easter a warm welcome to the... Read More

Getting Out and About on the Outer Banks

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Tuesday, April 4, 2017
I love April: It’s the first full month of spring. The weather is warmer, and as the Outer Banks springs back to life, the reasons to get out of the house increase. Outdoor events pop up like blooming flowers, shops beckon and activities abound throughout the towns. This week on the Outer Banks, you’ll find events... Read More

Spring into Fun

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Tuesday, March 28, 2017
Blossoms adorn dogwood trees. Daylight lasts longer. The sun shines a little warmer — spring has officially graced the Outer Banks. As bumblebees begin buzzing so do local businesses and people as we begin preparation for the summer season. A feeling of liveliness takes hold of the area, and it’s apparent in this week... Read More

A Taste of the Beach

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Wednesday, March 22, 2017
I’m home from college on spring break, and one of my priorities is my personal taste of the beach — getting my fill at the local eateries I miss most when I’m at school. But now you, too, can try the real deal – the annual Taste of the Beach begins this week and, man, just writing about it has my mouth watering. It’s... Read More

There's More to Outer Banks Restaurants Than Food

By Hannah Lee Leidy | Tuesday, March 14, 2017
Guess what’s right around the corner? Summer? Good guess, but I’m thinking of something even closer, something that the Outer Banks has been gearing up for since January. That’s right, it's the annual Taste of the Beach. Next week’s blog will focus more on the actual event and specific activities that accompany it;... Read More