The Outer Banks are known for their iconic lighthouses, and Ocracoke couldn’t miss out on the fun. Visit the whitewash beacon ...

Take the time to be a traveler, not a tourist on Ocracoke Island. Make the journey more than just checking off those souvenir photos. It’s about letting the destination you’re in seep into ...

Here's a little trivia for our residents and readers. When was the Ocracoke Island lighthouse first lit? Read on for the ...

Alton Ballance’s house was not raised but instead he raised the inside electrical outlets. Photo: C. Leinbach By Connie Leinbach Since Alton Ballance decided not to raise his home or his business, ...

Roanoke Island and Hatteras Island. You'll also find Ocracoke Island farther south, but it's not as accessible and less visited. Every area has sparkling stretches of beaches and affords plenty of ...