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Got a minute? Here's a quick guide on Cat 4 Hurricane Erin and evacuations in North Carolina

Though Hurricane Erin is not forecast to make landfall on the U.S., the storm’s rapid intensification has prompted increased ...

Outer Banks communities face evacuations as Hurricane Erin looms

With the threat of Hurricane Erin growing, a state of emergency was issued Sunday in portions of the Outer Banks — prompting ...

Dare County readies for high waves, potential Hwy 12 washout amid hurricane threat

As Eastern North Carolina prepares for the impacts of Hurricane Erin, officials in Dare and Hyde Counties have issued a mandatory evacuation for Hatteras and Oc ...
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The Lost Colony additional Dare Night-Back to School

The Roanoke Island Historical Association is proud to offer an additional local’s Dare Night on the final night of the 88th season of The Lost Colony. Support Dare County schools and enjoy free ...

Water quality swimming advisory issued in Dare County

DARE COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) - An advisory against swimming was posted at a sound-side site in Dare County today. The advisory is ...

Mother of teenager killed at Avalon Pier frustrated with law enforcement, Dare County District Attorney responds

Just outside the Dare County Justice Center in Manteo is where Nicole Hassell, the mother of 19-year-old Zane Hughes who was ...
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Dare County’s Labor Day 2025 Closures & Trash Collection Schedule

All Dare County offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. No changes to Dare County Public Works’ trash collection schedule on ...