Downsizing with Charm

Whether by downsizing current homes, transforming small spaces into quaint, single-room rentals, or building modest homes with a rustic feel, many homeowners are cutting back on space while [...]

Greetings from the Cavalier

It was 1950, post-war and pre-tourism on the Outer Banks. That was the year Dale Wescott was born. It was also the year her father built the Cavalier by the Sea Motel. And 65 years later, both [...]

Campers Catch a Wave

This summer marked the third year that two local businessmen have been able to bring the gift of surfing to a group of kids who may otherwise never have experienced the joy of catching a wave. [...]

Live! From Manteo!

Years ago, the odds of finding live, community theatre on the Outer Banks were about the same as finding a chest of gold doubloons washed up on the beach. So, a determined group of locals, [...]

Traveling with the Team

A glimpse at just a few of the best tailgate parties hosted by Outer Banks residents! Walking around a tailgate party is that chance to go back. The sheer fun of being on a campus without the [...]

Wags & Whiskers 2018

Peace. Love. and Rescue. It’s a fitting theme for this year’s Wags & Whiskers Gala, an annual event that celebrates the gift of animals in our lives and raises money for organizations that care [...]

Running Your Rental Like a Business

How many times have you stopped to consider an enticing commercial promising positive cash flow on a rental property? It sounds like easy money up for grabs. But before you jump into the role of [...]